The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added thirteen new Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) to the Candidate List. All substances included are classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction.

The Comprehensive Children's Jewelry Safety Act would amend the public health law in relation to regulating heavy metals, magnets and batteries in children's jewelry by requiring all children’s jewelry manufactured, sold or distributed in New York State to meet the requirements of ASTM F 2923-11.

Mexico has announced proposed changes to certain paragraphs of the Official Mexican Standard NOM-231-SSA1-2002, which outlines the test method for lead and cadmium limits in glazed pottery, glazed ceramics, and porcelain.

Federal law requires that the FDA respond to the petition within 90 days, with possibility of one 90-day extension if needed. The FDA will conduct scientific review of petition to judge if rule banning specific use of BPA is warranted.

Thailand's Consumer Protection Board has issued a notification regarding the proposal for the labeling of air soft guns. The proposal defines air soft guns and specifies the content and font sizes of labels.

At the request of the European Commission, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has submitted a report proposing a restriction on the placing on the market and use of 1,4-dichlorobenzene-based air fresheners and toilet blocks.

Resolution MS N. 327/2012 establishes restrictions for the manufacture and marketing of insect repellent products for external use in humans.