Regulatory Updates
PCD 783:2026, Textiles – Abaya and abaya scarf — Specification, First edition
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
This Draft Zanzibar National Standard specifies the requirements, sampling and test methods for woven and knitted abayas (‘Baibui’ in Swahili), abaya scarves and fabrics intended for their manufacture.It does not specify design and finishing.
Products Covered: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and similar articles (excl. knitted or crocheted) (HS code(s): 6214); Textile fabrics (ICS code(s): 59.080.30)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
PCD 784:2026, Textiles – Scarf — Specification, First edition
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
This Draft Zanzibar National Standard specifies the requirements, sampling and test methods for woven and knitted scarves and fabrics intended for their manufacture.It does not specify design and finishing.This standard is not applicable to abaya scarves.
Products Covered: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and similar articles (excl. knitted or crocheted) (HS code(s): 6214); Textile fabrics (ICS code(s): 59.080.30)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
UK REACH Restriction on Substances in Tattoo Inks and Permanent Make-up
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
This legislation will place restrictions in the UK on the use and placing on the market of mixtures containing certain hazardous substances for tattooing procedures and Permanent Make Up (PMU) treatments. The restriction will apply concentration limits to substances classified in the GB mandatory classification and labelling list as: Carcinogen category 1A, 1B and 2; Germ cell mutagen category 1A, 1B and 2; Reproductive toxicant category 1A, 1B and 2; Skin sensitising category 1, 1A and 1B; Skin corrosive category 1, 1A, 1B and 1C substances; and Serious eye damaging category 1 substances. Restriction conditions will also apply to substances listed in Annexes 2 and 4 of the Cosmetic Product Regulations, that are prohibited from use in cosmetics. The restriction will also apply labelling requirements to mixtures for tattooing purposes with substances in scope of the restriction. This includes specific labelling requirements to clearly communicate the use of pH regulators, as well as allergen warnings for mixtures containing nickel or chromium (VI).
Products Covered: Ink, whether or not concentrated or solid (excl. printing ink) (HS code(s): 321590) - Chemical/Substances used in the formulation of Tattoo inks or permanent makeup.
Regulation Type: Regular notification
UK Fertilisers: Regulatory Reform Modernising fertilisers legislation to develop a harmonised regulatory framework for placing fertilising products on the market across the UK
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
This notification intends to make Members aware of a consultation and call for evidence on proposals to repeal existing fertilisers legislation and develop a new regulatory framework for placing fertilising products on the market in the UK. The consultation seeks views on proposals for a single regulatory framework for placing fertilisers on the market in the UK (UK Fertilising Products Regulation) based on conformity assessment procedure. The call for evidence seeks views and evidence on newer and alternative fertilising products and materials to inform future development of UK fertilisers legislation.
Products Covered: HS 3102HS 3103,HS 3104HS 3105 HS 2836HS29299090 The proposals being consulted on for a new regulatory framework for fertilisers will be applicable to inorganic fertilisers, liming materials and inhibitors, made from virgin materials and substances
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Veterinary drug: Dinitolmide.
Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.07 and 02.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Animal fats and oils (HS code: 15.01)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Pentoxazone.
Products Covered: Aquatic animals and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates (HS codes: 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.06, 03.07 and 03.08)Cereals (HS codes: 10.04, 10.06, 10.07 and 10.08)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Mepiquat chloride.
Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.07, 02.08 and 02.09)Dairy produce, birds' eggs and natural honey (HS codes: 04.01, 04.07, 04.08 and 04.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Edible fruit (HS codes: 08.06 and 08.11)Cereals (HS codes: 10.01, 10.02, 10.03, 10.04, 10.07 and 10.08)Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit (HS codes: 12.05 and 12.07)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Glufosinate.
Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.07, 02.08 and 02.09)Dairy produce, birds' eggs and natural honey (HS codes: 04.01, 04.07, 04.08 and 04.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers (HS codes: 07.01, 07.02, 07.03, 07.04, 07.05, 07.06, 07.07, 07.08, 07.09, 07.10, 07.13 and 07.14)Edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit (HS codes: 08.01, 08.02, 08.03, 08.04, 08.05, 08.06, 08.07, 08.08, 08.09, 08.10, 08.11 and 08.14)Coffee, tea, mate and spices (HS codes: 09.01, 09.02, 09.03, 09.04, 09.05, 09.06, 09.07, 09.08, 09.09 and 09.10)Cereals (HS codes: 10.01, 10.03, 10.05, 10.06 and 10.08)Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit (HS codes: 12.01, 12.02, 12.05, 12.06, 12.07, 12.10 and 12.12)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Ferimzone.
Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.08 and 02.09)Aquatic animals and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates (HS codes: 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.06, 03.07 and 03.08)Dairy produce (HS code: 04.01)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Cereals (HS code: 10.06)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
Revision of the Specifications and Standards for Foods, Food Additives, Etc. under the Food Sanitation Act (Revision of agricultural chemical residue standards)
Distribution date: 31 March 2026 | Final date for Comment: 30 May 2026
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical:Pesticide: Chlorantraniliprole.
Products Covered: Meat and edible meat offal (HS codes: 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05, 02.06, 02.07, 02.08 and 02.09)Aquatic animals and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates (HS codes: 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.06, 03.07 and 03.08)Dairy produce, birds' eggs and natural honey (HS codes: 04.01, 04.07, 04.08 and 04.09)Animal originated products (HS code: 05.04)Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers (HS codes: 07.01, 07.02, 07.03, 07.04, 07.05, 07.06, 07.07, 07.08, 07.09, 07.10, 07.13 and 07.14)Edible fruit and nuts, peel of citrus fruit (HS codes: 08.01, 08.02, 08.04, 08.05, 08.06, 08.07, 08.08, 08.09, 08.10, 08.11 and 08.14)Coffee, tea, mate and spices (HS codes: 09.01, 09.02, 09.03, 09.04, 09.05, 09.06, 09.07, 09.08, 09.09 and 09.10)Cereals (HS codes: 10.01, 10.02, 10.03, 10.04, 10.05, 10.06, 10.07 and 10.08)Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit (HS codes: 12.01, 12.02, 12.04, 12.05, 12.06, 12.07, 12.10 and 12.12)Animal fats and oils (HS codes: 15.01, 15.02 and 15.06)Cacao and cacao preparations (HS code: 18.01)
Regulation Type: Regular notification
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