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: January 2026[ direct download for CHCS members ] Our January 2026 edition contains articles as introduced below: Introduction CHCS would like to wish all our members a very Happy New Year. This Newsletter is mainly focused on the results of the public consultation on UK REACH, with a few small updates from the European Union. However, we are currently reviewing the recently published European Parliament position on the regulation to simplify the CLP, Cosmetics and Fertilising products regulations. More to follow on this. UK Government extends UK REACH transitional registration deadlines Earlier this month, CHCS issued a website news item regarding publication of the outcome of the Consultation on extending the UK REACH transitional registration submission deadlines. The update was published by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) late December last year.ECHA launches new online tool to notify plans to update the EU Positive Lists of substances approved for use in materials that come into contact with drinking water The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Industry Portal has been launched for companies to notify substances that they intend to retain, add, or remove from the European Positive Lists. ECHA to work with the European Commission to implement the revised Toy Safety Regulation The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) will assess chemical safety in toys, process derogation requests to use prohibited chemicals, and provide scientific recommendations through expert committees. These responsibilities emerge from the new Toy Safety Regulation, which entered into force on 01 January 2026. PFAS draft opinion consultation: guidance for respondents and detailed mapping of uses The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has prepared guidance for respondents and detailed mapping of uses of PFAS in preparation for the upcoming consultation on draft Opinion of the Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) on the PFAS restriction proposal.CHCS Webinars & Events Registration is now open for CHCS Webinar - Emergency Response and Compliance in a Digital Era: Navigating Complex Regulations and Leveraging Technology. To register for the webinar, please click on the following link: Emergency Response and Compliance in a Digital Era Webinar. Training Courses & WorkshopsRegistration 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' January 2026 Newsletter is now available, containing several important updates on the many recent changes to the regulation framework. See CHCS January 2026 Newsletter [Posted on 19 January 2026] |
