The agency says the goal is to reinforce the scientific foundation behind EU chemicals regulation while supporting safer innovation, circular economy goals, and environmental protection
Volumes are capped at 2024 MFN import levels plus an additional 20% of Russian and Belarusian import volumes from that year
The initiative strengthens the EU’s existing REACH chemicals framework and delivers on commitments under the Chemicals Action Plan presented in July 2025
Economic losses from dumped imports across 33 products currently stand at nearly Rs. 1.54 lakh crore and could surge to Rs. 2.70 lakh crore by 2030
The industry body argues that restricting pesticides does not address the underlying causes of distress in rural India
PMFAI also disputes the justification offered by multinational firms that regulatory data protection is necessary to encourage innovation
The decision removes import duties on essential inputs such as urea and ammonia
More than 10,000 substances are now estimated to fall under the PFAS category
As new contaminants added to monitoring lists
The April 18 advisory further directs urea manufacturers to prioritize ammonia supply for fertilizer use, particularly for P&K producers, amid reported shortages and pricing issues
Each price will only apply to emissions in CBAM goods imported into the Union during the quarter it relates to
The original order was issued in the public interest under the powers of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016
The Commission proposed an amendment to the Market Stability Reserve Decision that will halt the invalidation of allowances above 400 million
This is expected to ease compliance concerns for the crop protection industry while ensuring safety standards are maintained
Exemption will benefit sectors dependent on petrochemical feedstock and intermediates such as plastics, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive components, other manufacturing segments and provide relief to consumers of final products
PFAS are highly persistent, travel long distances, contaminate groundwater and soil, and some are linked to cancer and reproductive harm
The committee cited gaps in data and limitations in existing studies
Monoisopropylamine is an important chemical intermediate used in various industrial applications, including the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals
Battelle and two other companies will compete for call orders with a combined ceiling of $44 million to identify potential endocrine disruptors and evaluate hazards, exposures, and health risks
This decision has immediate and significant implications for the Indian chemical industry, which had been heavily impacted by these duties
Negotiators also agreed revisions to the recently updated CLP Regulation
The ultimate success of bio-pesticides also depends upon the development of robust formulation technologies that can enhance product stability, field efficacy, ease of application, and overall farmer acceptance
The move is designed to help firms modernise, cut emissions, transition away from gas, and remain competitive amid rising global pressure and energy costs
Policymakers, stakeholders call for faster capacity creation & innovation to reduce import reliance
Move to boost energy security & industry self-reliance
Move contradicts “Atmanirbhar Bharat” & “Make in India” goals
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