CHCS NewslettersCHCS publishes Newsletters for its members. The Newsletters contain a variety of articles, often providing important insights into changes in regulation and legislation. Our Newsletters are available free-of-charge to CHCS members, who can access the full list of Newsletters by visiting: CHCS Newsletters. (Non-members can Join CHCS, then access the Newsletters). Latest CHCS Newsletter: April 2026[ direct download for CHCS members ] Our April 2026 edition contains articles as introduced below: Latest news on the Chemicals Omnibus VI Package The European Parliament’s Committees on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety (ENVI) and the Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) have voted in favour of the Chemicals Omnibus VI package, simplifying the CLP, Cosmetics and Fertilising Products Regulations.Publication of GB mandatory classification and labelling (GB MCL) Agency Opinions The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), as the Agency for the CLP Regulation for application in Great Britain (GB), has published the latest batch of Mandatory Classification and Labelling (MCL) Opinions. Public Consultation on the Control of Lead at Work Regulations The health and safety executive (HSE) has launched a public consultation to amend the Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002, otherwise known as CLAW. The consultation is relevant to employers and those directly involved in sectors that use lead. Public Consultation on the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a public consultation on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).Guidance and FAQ issued on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation The European Commission recently released Guidance and accompanying Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), providing compliance guidance for member states and economic operators. Update on Reporting Deadline for TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule The United States (U.S.) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking ‘final action’ to revise the start of the reporting period for the perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) ‘Reporting and Recordkeeping Rule’, under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Government Publishes Response to UK REACH Chemical Registration Reform Consultation The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has published its summary of responses and formal government response to the consultation on an Alternative Transitional Registration Model (ATRm) for UK REACH, in an update to the consultation page dated 30 March 2026. CHCS Webinars & Events Registration is now open for CHCS Webinar: ECHA Chem – Exploring the ECHA website to help with classification of substances and mixtures. Registration is now open for our training courses for Spring/Summer 2026. This article lists all currently available courses. News From Our PartnersNews from the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP) and the Society for Chemical Hazard Communication, based in the USA. Want to find out more? | CHCS NewsCHCS Webinar - Clean Products, New Rules: What the Detergent and Surfactant Regulation (EU) 2026/405 means for your business |
