Regulatory Briefing
Taiwan’s chemical regulatory framework is primarily governed by the Toxic and Concerned Chemical Substances Control Act (TCCSCA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
News
Taiwan Proposes Updates to Inspection Requirements for Paint and Coating Products
Jun-23-2026
On 12 June 2026, Taiwan’s Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs published a draft amendment to the legal inspection requirements for regulated paint and coating products. This was subsequently notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) on...
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Boric Acid and Borax Food Contamination Concerns Re-Emerge in Taiwan Amid Ongoing Food Safety Warnings
On 10 June 2026, renewed concerns over food safety have emerged in Taiwan as reports of the illegal presence of boric acid and borax in traditional foods such as alkaline rice dumplings have resurfaced ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival. Health experts warn that...
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