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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)in PPWR: Requirements & Guide
Declaration of Conformity Under PPWR: Why the Paperwork Is the Easy Part The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is edging closer to full enforcement, and one phrase is about to become part of everyday vocabulary for packaging manufacturers, importers, and brand owners alike: Declaration of Conformity (DoC). Getting this concept right is central to making sense of the broader compliance shift PPWR is bringing to the packaging industry. It's tempting to see a
New Zealand HSRN Portal Guide: HSNO Chemical Compliance
What New Zealand's HSRN Portal Means for Your Chemical Compliance Program If your business imports or manufactures hazardous substances in New Zealand, the way you report to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has changed. The Hazardous Substances Reporting and Notifications (HSRN) portal is now the single channel for submitting business information, substance data, and annual reports under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act (HSNO Act). For compliance man
Indonesia Halal Certification for Cosmetics | Complete Guide
Navigating Halal Certification for Cosmetics in Indonesia The rules of the game are changing for cosmetics brands in Indonesia. Halal compliance used to be a nice-to-have — a claim brands could make if they wanted a certain market edge. That's no longer the case. It's fast becoming a condition of doing business at all, and companies planning to enter or grow in this market need to understand exactly what's required. Where the Rules Come From Indonesia's halal system is anchor
What Is MoCRA? A Guide to US FDA Cosmetics Compliance
MoCRA Explained: A New Era for Cosmetics Regulation in the U.S. For over 80 years, cosmetics in the United States operated under a regulatory framework that hadn't changed much since 1938. That changed on December 29, 2022, when Congress passed the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023. It's widely considered the most sweeping update to the FDA's authority over cosmetics in nearly a century, giving the agency
Australia PIC/S GMP Framework for Dietary Supplements |Freyr
Selling Supplements in Australia? Why PIC/S GMP Rules Could Change Your Whole Playbook If you're a dietary supplement or nutraceutical company looking at Australia as your next market, there's a regulatory reality worth understanding before you get too far into planning: Australia is one of the strictest health-product markets in the world, and a lot of that comes down to one framework — PIC/S GMP. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) applies Pharmaceutical Inspection C
EU & Canada Fragrance Allergen Regulations Guide| Freyr
New Fragrance Allergen Rules in the EU and Canada: What Cosmetic Brands Need to Know Contact dermatitis linked to cosmetics is frequently traced back to fragrance allergens, and regulators are responding with stricter disclosure rules. The latest changes in the European Union and Canada show two of the world's biggest cosmetic markets moving toward the same goal: clearer labels, better-informed consumers, and closer alignment between regional regulatory frameworks. EU Regulat
Regulatory Inspections: How Authorities Review SDS & Claims
The New Reality of Chemical Compliance Inspections: What Regulators Are Really Looking For Chemical companies are facing a different kind of scrutiny these days. It's not enough to have an SDS on file — regulators want proof that every hazard claim is scientifically sound, every document tells the same story, and every marketing line matches what's actually in the data. This shift is playing out across every major framework: OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), the EU'
EU CLP Regulation Update: Compliance Checklist for Companies
Updated EU CLP Rules: A Practical Breakdown for Chemical Businesses The EU has revised its Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation again, and this round carries enough weight that manufacturers, importers, and exporters of chemicals should plan a real response rather than a quick skim. What's in the Update 27 newly added harmonized classifications 16 classifications revised 7 classifications dropped as outdated A formal hazard pathway for Endocrine Disruptors
What Is GMP for Food Products? Global Regulations Explained
GMP Harmonization: Aligning Food Safety Standards in a Globalized Supply Chain Food and dietary supplement manufacturers operate under a system known as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) — a set of procedures and controls built to keep production safe, sanitary, and consistent. Rather than catching problems only at the finish line through final product testing, GMP works by embedding quality checks into every step of the manufacturing process itself. That includes sanitation
PPWR Substances of Concern: What Changes in August 2026?
What the EU's PPWR FAQ Means for Substances of Concern in Packaging As the 12 August 2026 application date for the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40) draws closer, the European Commission has issued an FAQ addressing how substances of concern (SoC) will be handled under the new framework. The regulation is designed to cut down on harmful substances in packaging while also pushing the EU toward safer recycling and a more circular use of material
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