The legal framework for regulating chemicals in New Zealand is the Hazardous substances and New Organisms Act (HSNO). The law came into place in 1996. All hazardous substances imported into New Zealand require an approval.
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Dec-10-2025
The updated Cosmetic Products Group Standard 2020 will enter into force in New Zealand on 1 January 2026. The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has published a consolidated version of the Standard...
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Oct-10-2025
Importers and exporters in New Zealand are reminded that from 25 July 2025, permits are required not only for hazardous but also for non-hazardous e-waste shipments. This expansion of New Zealand’s...
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