On 15 May 2026, Argentine National Administration of Drugs, Foods and Medical Devices (ANMAT) announced the incorporation of MERCOSUR GMC Resolution No. 27/25 into Argentina’s national regulatory framework through Provision No. 2820/26.
- May 15, 2026
- May 14, 2026
Canadian authorities announced a recall of several Ghirardelli brand powdered beverage mixes due to possible Salmonella contamination.The recalled products were distributed online in Ontario and possibly in other provinces and territories across Canada.
- May 14, 2026
The Bureau of Standards Jamaica has issued Draft Jamaican Standard DJS 381:2026 for tequila, with a public comment period open from May 10 to July 9, 2026.
- May 14, 2026
On May 14, 2026, Health Canada published a proposal to authorize the use of jagua (genipin-glycine) blue as a food colour in a wide range of food products under Canada’s List of Permitted Food Colours.
- May 14, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) PFAS rule implementation page outlines how federal drinking water standards for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are being put into practice across states, territories, and public water systems.
- May 14, 2026
On 14 May 2026, Taiwan Ministry of Environment announced the publication of the “Guidelines for the Use of Alternative Methods for Skin Allergies” and revisions to the existing “Guidelines for the Use of Alternative Methods for Skin Irritation” and “Guidelines for the Use of Alternative Methods f
- May 14, 2026
New York passed the Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act (S.1239F/A.1556F), advancing the legislation to the governor for signature.
- May 14, 2026
On 1 May 2026, Health Canada updated guidance regarding requests to assess substances under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA).
- United States New Mexico Finalises PFAS Product Rules with Mandatory Consumer Labelling RequirementsMay 14, 2026
On 14 May 2026, Chemical Watch News published an article titled “Industry braces for New Mexico PFAS product labelling requirements.” The article reports that New Mexico’s final rule implementing its PFAS restriction law (HB 212) is now in effect.
- May 13, 2026
On May 13th, 2026, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) opened public consultations on two review report applications for the continued authorized use of 4-Nonylphenol, branched and linear, ethoxylated under the EU REACH Authorisation framework. The consultations are open until July 8, 2026.