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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: Transition Period for Labelling Safety Data Sheets and Packaging Notices Ends 30 April 2025
New Zealand: Transition Period for Labelling Safety Data Sheets and Packaging Notices Ends 30 April 2025

New Zealand’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has set 30 April 2025 as the final deadline for importers, manufacturers, and suppliers to comply with updated labelling, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and packaging...

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New Zealand - Key Regulatory Insights 2024
New Zealand - Key Regulatory Insights 2024

The regulation of chemicals in New Zealand is governed by the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act (HSNO), which was enacted in 1996. Since its implementation, 22 regulations have been published...

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ACF GHS Report