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China RoHS expands restricted substances to 10 with GB 26572-2025
GB 26572-2025 'Requirements for Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products' was published as a mandatory national standard on August 1, 2025, taking effect August 1, 2027. The standard expands the restricted substance list from 6 to 10 substances by adding four phthalates: DEHP, DBP, BBP, and DIBP, each with a 0.1% limit threshold. This aligns China RoHS with EU RoHS substance restrictions. The standard consolidates and replaces the previous recommended standard GB/T 26572-2011 and its Amendment 1, as well as labeling requirements previously in SJ/T 11364. Products must meet substance limits, display proper labeling, and maintain technical documentation.
HF 81 enacted exempting off-highway vehicles from PFAS juvenile product prohibitions
HF 81, enacted as part of 2025 1st Special Session SF3 (Chapter 1), exempts off-highway vehicles, snowmobiles, and electric-assisted bicycles from the definition of juvenile products under Amara's Law (Minn. Stat. 116.943). This removes these products from the January 1, 2025 PFAS prohibition that applies to juvenile products containing intentionally added PFAS. The exemption addresses safety-related items and clothing used by juveniles operating all-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes.
China RoHS adds four phthalates to restricted substances under GB 26572-2025
China's mandatory national standard GB 26572-2025 expands restricted substances in electrical and electronic equipment from 6 to 10, adding DEHP (bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate), BBP (butyl benzyl phthalate), DBP (dibutyl phthalate), and DIBP (diisobutyl phthalate). Each substance is restricted to 0.1% by mass in homogeneous materials. This aligns China RoHS substance restrictions with EU RoHS Directive requirements.
GB 26572-2025 mandatory RoHS standard takes effect August 1, 2027
China has published GB 26572-2025, a new mandatory national standard for RoHS compliance that takes effect on August 1, 2027. This standard consolidates and elevates previously recommended standards (GB/T 26572-2011 and SJ/T 11364-2024) into mandatory requirements. The standard aligns more closely with EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and tightens limits on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products, including enhanced restrictions and labeling requirements.
Commission adopts VSME Recommendation establishing voluntary sustainability reporting standard for SMEs
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation establishing a voluntary sustainability reporting standard for small and medium-sized enterprises (VSME). The standard is based on EFRAG's VSME standard delivered in December 2024. It includes a 'value chain cap' provision that protects companies with up to 1,000 employees from excessive sustainability information requests from companies subject to mandatory CSRD reporting. The standard will serve as the basis for a future delegated act under the CSRD for voluntary reporting by SMEs.
EU adopts Regulation 2025/1561 postponing battery due diligence to August 2027
Regulation (EU) 2025/1561 amends the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 to postpone battery supply chain due diligence obligations from August 18, 2025 to August 18, 2027. The regulation also extends the deadline for Commission guidelines from February 18, 2025 to July 26, 2026. This provides companies additional time to establish due diligence policies for cobalt, lithium, natural graphite, and nickel supply chains, and allows for the development of third-party verification infrastructure (notified bodies).
NJDEP Publishes 'Forever No More' PFAS Strategy Document
NJDEP released 'Forever No More: New Jersey's Commitment to PFAS Action' outlining the state's comprehensive strategy to address PFAS contamination. The document addresses PFAS impacts on water supplies, landfills, and natural resources including surface waters, soil, wetlands, groundwater, and air. The strategy reflects New Jersey's position as a major birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution with significant legacy contamination challenges from these persistent 'forever chemicals.'
EPA Opens Public Comment on PCE TSCA Risk Management Rule
EPA opened a 30-day public comment period on its 2024 final risk management rule for perchloroethylene (PCE) under TSCA. This is the first step in EPA's efforts to reconsider and, if appropriate, revise the final risk management rule. The review is being done in accordance with applicable law, Executive Orders, and Administration policies, including Executive Order 14219 on ensuring lawful governance.
EFRAG Launches 60-Day Public Consultation on Revised ESRS Exposure Drafts
EFRAG published revised and simplified Exposure Drafts of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) for a 60-day public consultation from 29 July 2025 until 29 September 2025. The consultation sought stakeholder feedback on proposed simplifications including shortened and clarified standard text, additional flexibility measures to alleviate reporting burden, and alignment with the Omnibus I Directive changes. This consultation informed the Commission's final adoption of revised ESRS in July 2026.
COP-6 working document UNEP/MC/COP.6/6 on proposed amendments to Annex A published (decision support document)
The Minamata Convention Secretariat published the COP-6 working document UNEP/MC/COP.6/6 (dated 28 July 2025) containing proposed amendments to Annex A (mercury-added products), including context and draft text used to support COP consideration and decision-making. This is not itself a binding change, but is an authoritative pre-decision document relevant for tracking potential future treaty obligations (e.g., amendments affecting products such as dental amalgam measures).
European Commission launches impact-assessment participation on Digital Product Passport (DPP) (stakeholder input on future requirements)
The European Commission opened participation/feedback as part of its impact assessment for the Digital Product Passport (DPP). The initiative seeks stakeholder input (e.g., via surveys) to assess costs and impacts of potential future requirements, including elements linked to DPP service providers and possible certification. This is directly relevant to the EU DPP framework because it signals development of horizontal DPP-system requirements that could influence compliance planning, vendor selection, contracting, and assurance processes.
Commission guidance clarifies battery data sharing under Renewable Energy Directive
The European Commission published guidance (C/2025/4907) on battery-related data sharing under Article 20a, paragraph 3 of the revised Renewable Energy Directive. The guidance helps EU Member States implement data sharing requirements for batteries used in renewable energy applications, which intersects with the EU Battery Regulation's data and traceability requirements. This supports implementation of both frameworks for batteries in energy storage and renewable energy systems.
Commission Opens Impact Assessment Consultation on Digital Product Passport Effectiveness
The European Commission has opened an impact assessment consultation on the Digital Product Passport, inviting stakeholders to provide feedback on DPP implementation effectiveness. This is a separate consultation from the April 2025 service provider rules consultation and focuses on evaluating the overall DPP framework. Stakeholders should participate to influence future DPP policy development and delegated act priorities.
Commission guidance on EV battery data sharing under Renewable Energy Directive
Commission notice C/2025/4907 provides guidance on implementing Article 20a paragraph 3 of the revised Renewable Energy Directive, covering real-time, cost-free sharing of electric vehicle battery data with users and authorized third parties. Includes elements such as state of charge, health of the battery, and other performance parameters. Supports transparency and energy transition objectives relevant to Battery Regulation data sharing requirements.
Commission launches 4 surveys for DPP impact assessment
The European Commission launched 4 targeted surveys for specific stakeholder groups to gather input on the costs and impacts of future Digital Product Passport requirements. The surveys aim to better understand compliance implications for different actor categories in the value chain, from raw materials to recycling. This impact assessment will inform the development of DPP delegated acts and supporting measures.
Commission Launches Impact Assessment Surveys on Digital Product Passport
The European Commission launched 4 surveys for specific stakeholder groups to better understand the costs and impacts of future requirements for Digital Product Passports. The surveys aim to gather input from different stakeholder categories — including companies, consumers, and national bodies — on DPP implementation costs, benefits, and practical impacts. Results will inform future delegated acts and DPP system development requirements. The initiative seeks to achieve easy-to-access digital information on products available along the entire value chain from raw materials to recycling.
EU amends POPs Regulation for PBDEs under Delegated Regulation 2025/1482
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1482 of 24 July 2025 amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 regarding persistent organic pollutants tetrabromodiphenyl ether, pentabromodiphenyl ether, hexabromodiphenyl ether, heptabromodiphenyl ether and decabromodiphenyl ether. This updates EU implementation of Stockholm Convention requirements for these brominated flame retardants, which have been largely phased out but remain relevant for waste management and legacy equipment handling.
EU Delegated Regulation 2025/1482 Amends PBDE Listings in POPs Regulation
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1482 amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 (EU POPs Regulation) regarding the listing of brominated flame retardants - tetrabromodiphenyl ether, pentabromodiphenyl ether, hexabromodiphenyl ether, heptabromodiphenyl ether and decabromodiphenyl ether (PBDEs). This amendment implements EU commitments under the Stockholm Convention for these persistent organic pollutants. Companies handling materials containing these substances should review updated concentration limits and compliance obligations.
EU Delegated Regulation 2025/1482 amends POPs Regulation PBDE provisions
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1482 amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 regarding tetrabromodiphenyl ether, pentabromodiphenyl ether, hexabromodiphenyl ether, heptabromodiphenyl ether and decabromodiphenyl ether under the EU POPs Regulation. The regulation implements Stockholm Convention commitments regarding brominated flame retardants.
EU adopts Regulation 2025/1561 amending Battery Regulation due diligence requirements
Regulation (EU) 2025/1561 amends Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 regarding obligations of economic operators concerning battery due diligence policies. The amendment modifies the due diligence requirements for companies placing batteries on the EU market, affecting supply chain traceability, documentation, and third-party verification obligations. Economic operators must align their compliance programs with the revised due diligence framework.