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South Korean National Assembly Initiates K-REACH Revision to Address Two Key Challenges in Chemical Registration
On February 5, 2025, the South Korean National Assembly officially launched the legislative revision process for the Act on the Registration and Evaluation of Chemicals (K-REACH), aiming to resolve disputes in the joint submission system for chemical substances and fill legal gaps in the replacement procedures for foreign manufacturers’ designated Only Representatives (OR). The revision, undergoing parliamentary review from February 7 to 21, 2025, marks a critical step in enhancing South Korea’s chemical management framework.
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South Korean National Assembly Initiates K-REACH Revision to Address Two Key Challenges in Chemical Registration
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South Korea Releases Guidelines for Extended Inspection of Hazardous Chemical Transport Containers
On March 20, 2025, the Chemical Safety Agency under South Korea’s Ministry of Environment released a draft of the Detailed Guidelines for Extended Inspection of Hazardous Chemical Transport Containers, mandating that expired containers undergo rigorous testing before reuse. The policy will take effect immediately upon finalization and undergo triennial reviews (by June 30 every three years) starting July 1, 2025.
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South Korea Releases Guidelines for Extended Inspection of Hazardous Chemical Transport Containers
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From Restriction to Prohibition: South Korea Announces Major Revisions to Chrysotile GHS Classification
On March 19, 2025, South Korea’s National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS) issued Notice No. 2025-7, announcing significant amendments to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). In alignment with updated requirements under the Act on the Registration and Evaluation of Chemicals (K-REACH) and the Chemical Substances Control Act, chrysotile-previously classified as a restricted substance-has now been upgraded to a prohibited substance. This marks a comprehensive tightening of South Korea’s regulatory controls on chrysotile-related materials.
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Requirements for Form 25 & 26 under K-REACH
After completing K-REACH registration, registrants must fulfill post-registration obligations, including the transmission of chemical substance safety information in the supply chain.
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Requirements for Form 25 & 26 under K-REACH
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South Korea Released Chemical Safety Guidelines in 17 Languages
To safeguard the occupational safety of foreign workers, South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor (MoEL) announced the release of multilingual Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) training materials in 17 languages. Effective immediately, businesses are mandated to use these resources to conduct compulsory safety training for foreign employees handling chemicals.
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South Korea Released Chemical Safety Guidelines in 17 Languages
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KECO Officially Launches 2025 Full-Support Program for Joint Chemical Substance Registration
The Korea Environment Corporation (KECO) announced the initiation of its 2025 Existing Chemical Substances Full-support Program, designed to provide comprehensive assistance for joint registrations of Phase 3 (annual production 10-100 tons) chemical substances.
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KECO Officially Launches 2025 Full-Support Program for Joint Chemical Substance Registration
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South Korea Introduces K-REACH Grace Period Policy: Voluntary Reporting Grants Exemption from Penalties
On February 27, 2025, South Korea’s Ministry of Environment (MOE) and Ministry of Justice (MOJ) jointly announced at a press conference that a compliance grace period program under the Act on the Registration and Evaluation of Chemicals (K-REACH) will take effect starting February 28. The policy aims to provide companies that have failed to fulfill chemical management obligations with a rectification window, allowing them to avoid criminal and financial penalties through voluntary reporting.
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South Korea Introduces K-REACH Grace Period Policy: Voluntary Reporting Grants Exemption from Penalties
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South Korea Unveils K-CCA Revisions with Expanded Exemption Scenarios
The Ministry of Environment (MOE) in South Korea announced proposed revisions to the Enforcement Regulations of the Chemical Substances Control Act (K-CCA) and is now seeking public feedback. Stakeholders, including institutions, organizations, and individuals, may submit comments through the Integrated Legislation Notice Center (http://opinion.lawmaking.go.kr) by March 25, 2025.
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South Korea Unveils K-CCA Revisions with Expanded Exemption Scenarios
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South Korea's NICS Updates Hazard Assessment Results for 236 Chemical Substances
On February 18, 2025, South Korea’s National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS) announced the revision of hazard assessment results for 236 chemical substances under the Act on Registration and Evaluation, etc. of Chemical Substances (K-REACH) and its enforcement rules. The update, formalized through Notice No. 2025-5, aims to strengthen chemical safety management and enhance public health protections.
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South Korea's NICS Updates Hazard Assessment Results for 236 Chemical Substances
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K-REACH
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South Korea Approves 15 Biocidal Products
Recently, South Korea's Ministry of Environment announced the approval of 15 biocidal products closely related to daily life, under the Consumer Chemical Products and Biocides Safety Act (K-BPR). These products include disinfectants, algicides, rodenticides, insecticides, and repellents.
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South Korea Approves 15 Biocidal Products
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BPR
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