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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 EPA Seeks Feedback on Synthetic Pyrethroid Hazard Classification and Aquatic Risk Assessment 
New Zealand EPA Seeks Feedback on Synthetic Pyrethroid Hazard Classification and Aquatic Risk Assessment 

  The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) of New Zealand has announced it is seeking feedback on aquatic risk assessments and proposed hazard classifications for eight synthetic pyrethroids (SPs) as part of its...

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New Zealand proposes to reduce lead levels in paint
New Zealand proposes to reduce lead levels in paint

On October 27, 2023, the New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) released a set of proposals with the aim to protect people’s health and safety by reducing the maximum allowable levels...

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