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We keep you informed about the latest regulatory developments, industry trends, and practical solutions. Benefit from in-depth expertise and valuable insights to future-proof your compliance strategy. \* Please click on the headline or image to read the complete news. ## Arjun Cheran ### Recent Posts ### 05 May 2026 ### [RMI Template Updates (April 2026): Key Changes in EMRT 2.11, CMRT 6.6, and AMRT 1.31](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/rmi-template-updates-april-2026-key-changes-in-emrt-2.11-cmrt-6.6-and-amrt-1.31) On 05 , May 2026 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![RMI Template Updates (April 2026): Key Changes in EMRT 2.11, CMRT 6.6, and AMRT 1.31](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RMI%20Templates%20Updates.png?width=550&name=RMI%20Templates%20Updates.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/rmi-template-updates-april-2026-key-changes-in-emrt-2.11-cmrt-6.6-and-amrt-1.31) On April 17, 2026, the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) released updated versions of its three core reporting templates: The Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT 2.11), the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT 6.6), and the Additional Minerals Reporting Template (AMRT 1.31). While these updates do not introduce sweeping structural ... ### 25 Mar 2026 ### [UK REACH: UK Confirms Closer SVHC Alignment with EU REACH](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/uk-reach-uk-confirms-closer-svhc-alignment-with-eu-reach) On 25 , Mar 2026 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![UK REACH: UK Confirms Closer SVHC Alignment with EU REACH](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/UK%20Aligns%20with%20EU%20REACH.png?width=550&name=UK%20Aligns%20with%20EU%20REACH.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/uk-reach-uk-confirms-closer-svhc-alignment-with-eu-reach) On February 24, 2026, the UK’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) confirmed a new strategic approach under UK REACH: the UK will more closely align its Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List with the EU REACH Candidate List. This includes systematically reviewing substances added to the EU list since ... ### 04 Feb 2026 ### [REACH Candidate List Updated: Now 253 SVHCs](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/reach-candidate-list-updated-now-253-svhcs) On 04 , Feb 2026 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![REACH Candidate List Updated: Now 253 SVHCs](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NEW%20SVHCs.png?width=550&name=NEW%20SVHCs.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/reach-candidate-list-updated-now-253-svhcs) ECHA has updated the REACH Candidate List, increasing the total number of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) to 253. While the addition of two substances may appear routine, for EU importers and manufacturers this is typically where regulatory pressure begins to build. Inclusion on the Candidate List immediately triggers obligations under ... ### 10 Nov 2025 ### [ECHA adds one new substance to the Candidate List of SVHCs](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-adds-one-new-substance-to-the-candidate-list-of-svhcs) On 10 , Nov 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![ECHA adds one new substance to the Candidate List of SVHCs](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/New%20Substance%20SVHC.png?width=550&name=New%20Substance%20SVHC.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-adds-one-new-substance-to-the-candidate-list-of-svhcs) On 5 November 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added 1,1'-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis\[pentabromobenzene\] (DBDPE) to the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs), which now includes 251 entries. Substance name EC number CAS number Reason for inclusion Examples of uses 1,1\`-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis\[pentabromobenzene\] (DBDPE) ... ### 17 Jul 2025 ### [Stricter EU Controls on PFOS: Are You Ready for the New POPs Regulation?](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/stricter-eu-controls-on-pfos-are-you-ready-for-the-new-pops-regulation) On 17 , Jul 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![Stricter EU Controls on PFOS: Are You Ready for the New POPs Regulation?](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PFOS%20EN.png?width=550&name=PFOS%20EN.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/stricter-eu-controls-on-pfos-are-you-ready-for-the-new-pops-regulation) On 27 June 2025, the European Commission took another decisive step in the fight against harmful chemicals by adopting Regulation (EU) 2025/718, which significantly tightens restrictions on perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) under the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation. This latest amendment reflects not just a policy update—it’s a ... ### 02 Jul 2025 ### [ECHA Expands SVHC List: What Every Business Needs to Know Now](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-expands-svhc-list-what-every-business-needs-to-know-now) On 02 , Jul 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![ECHA Expands SVHC List: What Every Business Needs to Know Now](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ECHA%20EN-1.png?width=550&name=ECHA%20EN-1.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-expands-svhc-list-what-every-business-needs-to-know-now) Regulatory Update: Act Now to Stay Compliant On 25 June 2025, ECHA added three new substances to the REACH Candidate List, raising the total number of entries to 250 SVHCs. This update directly impacts manufacturers, importers, and suppliers—especially those in cosmetics, automotive, and textiles. Staying ahead of these changes is critical for ... ### 26 Feb 2025 ### [EU RoHS Exemptions Update – Key Changes & Industry Impact](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/eu-rohs-exemptions-update-key-changes-industry-impact) On 26 , Feb 2025 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![EU RoHS Exemptions Update – Key Changes & Industry Impact](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RoHS.png?width=550&name=RoHS.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/eu-rohs-exemptions-update-key-changes-industry-impact) The European Commission has published draft renewal decisions for several Annex III exemptions under the EU RoHS Directive, impacting critical exemptions such as 7(a), 7(c)-I, 7(c)-II, 6(a), 6(b), and 6(c). 🔍 Key Updates: Exemption 7(a) (Lead in high-melting temperature solder) – Extended in its current form until Dec 31, 2026, with specific ... ### 19 Nov 2024 ### [ECHA Adds Triphenyl Phosphate to Candidate List: Key Compliance Details](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-adds-triphenyl-phosphate-to-candidate-list-key-compliance-details) On 19 , Nov 2024 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![ECHA Adds Triphenyl Phosphate to Candidate List: Key Compliance Details](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ECHA%20EN.jpg?width=550&name=ECHA%20EN.jpg)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-adds-triphenyl-phosphate-to-candidate-list-key-compliance-details) The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has expanded its Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) to 242 entries, including triphenyl phosphate (EC 204-112-2, CAS 115-86-6) as of 7 November 2024. This addition underscores ECHA’s commitment to environmental and public health protection. Key Details Triphenyl phosphate has been added ... ### 27 Sep 2024 ### [ECHA public consultation on new proposals for SVHC under REACH](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-public-consultation-on-new-proposals-for-svhc-under-reach) On 27 , Sep 2024 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![ECHA public consultation on new proposals for SVHC under REACH](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ECHA%201.png?width=550&name=ECHA%201.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/echa-public-consultation-on-new-proposals-for-svhc-under-reach) The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a public consultation on updating the candidate list for substances of very high concern (SVHC) under the REACH Regulation. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback by October 14, 2024. When identifying substances of very high concern, the evaluation primarily focuses on the hazardous ... ### 26 Sep 2024 ### [Conflict Minerals: Changes to report templates AMRT 1.2 and EMRT 1.4](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/conflict-minerals-changes-to-report-templates-amrt-1.2-and-emrt-1.4) On 26 , Sep 2024 | In | By Arjun Cheran [![Conflict Minerals: Changes to report templates AMRT 1.2 and EMRT 1.4](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reporting%20templates%20EN.png?width=550&name=Reporting%20templates%20EN.png)](https://blog.1cc-consulting.com/en/conflict-minerals-changes-to-report-templates-amrt-1.2-and-emrt-1.4) The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) has announced that two important reporting templates are to be amended: Almost two years after its publication, the Pilot Reporting Template (PRT reporting template) has moved beyond the pilot phase. It has now been renamed the Additional Minerals Reporting Template (AMRT). The renaming aims to increase ... 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