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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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New Zealand launches Hazardous Substances Reporting and Notifications (HSRN) portal
New Zealand launches Hazardous Substances Reporting and Notifications (HSRN) portal

New Zealand’s hazardous substances reporting framework has entered a new operational phase with the launch of the Environmental Protection Authority’s (EPA) Hazardous Substances Reporting and Notifications (HSRN) online portal. The platform...

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Updated Cosmetic Products Group Standard to Apply in New Zealand from 1 January 2026
Updated Cosmetic Products Group Standard to Apply in New Zealand from 1 January 2026

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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