May 2026
North America News
In the US, when hazards are identified in consumer products, they will be recalled and published in the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Recent Recalls on the CPSC website, which is updated daily. The US recalls from 01 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 are summarized below:
| Hazards | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Injury Hazard | 50 |
| Risk of Death | 47 |
| Burn Hazard | 24 |
| Entrapment Hazard | 14 |
| Ingestion Hazard | 13 |
| Laceration Hazard | 12 |
| Fire Hazard | 10 |
| Chemical Hazard | 10 |
| Fall Hazard | 9 |
| Electric Shock Hazard | 9 |
| Other Hazards* | 26 |
*Other Hazards include Suffocation Hazard, Choking Hazard, Poisoning Hazard, Drowning Hazard, Impact Hazard and Strangulation Hazard with a frequency of less than 8.
| Product Categories | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Toys and Childcare Products | 17 |
| Machinery | 8 |
| Furniture | 8 |
| Sporting Goods / Equipment | 7 |
| Electrical Appliances | 7 |
| Tools and Hardware | 5 |
| Food Contact Material | 4 |
| Computer / Audio / Video / Other Electronics & Accessories | 3 |
| Fabric / Textile / Garment / Home Textile | 3 |
| Chemicals | 3 |
| Home Electrical Appliances | 3 |
| Other Categories* | 5 |
*Other Categories include Bodycare / Cosmetics, Accessories and Household Items with a frequency of less than 3.
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In Canada, when hazards are identified in consumer products, they will be recalled and published in the Recalls and Safety Alerts Database on the Health Canada website, which is updated daily. The Canada recalls from 01 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 are summarized below:
| Hazards | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Fire Hazard | 10 |
| Burn Hazard | 8 |
| Injury Hazard | 6 |
| Choking Hazard | 3 |
| Ingestion Hazard | 2 |
| Chemical Hazard | 2 |
| Fall Hazard | 2 |
| Other Hazards* | 5 |
*Other Hazards include Microbiological Hazard, Drowning Hazard, Poisoning Hazard, Strangulation Hazard and Electric Shock Hazard with a frequency of less than 2.
| Product Categories | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Toys and Childcare Products | 6 |
| Electrical Appliances | 5 |
| Home Electrical Appliances | 5 |
| Fabric / Textile / Garment / Home Textile | 4 |
| Sporting Goods / Equipment | 3 |
| Chemicals | 2 |
| Other Categories* | 6 |
*Other Categories include Computer / Audio / Video / Other Electronics & Accessories, Machinery, Household Items, Bodycare / Cosmetics, Furniture and Accessories with a frequency of less than 2.
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Europe News
On 20 April 2026, the European Commission amended Annex XVII to REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006) to include Entry 83. This entry introduces restrictions on the placing on the market and use of 2,4-dinitrotoluene (CAS No 121-14-2) to ensure a higher level of protection for human health and the environment.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/859 was published on 20 April 2026 to amend Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulation (EC No 1907/2006) Annex XVII by adding one new entry – entry 83, to strengthen the control of 2,4-dinitrotoluene in articles.
2,4-dinitrotoluene is primarily used as an intermediate in the production of toluene diisocyanate and in the manufacture of explosives and propellants. Classified as a Category 1B carcinogen, its inclusion in Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation targets the control of its concentration in substances and mixtures placed on the market.
Details of the entry 83 are summarized as below.
| Restricted Substance | Scope | Requirement | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,4-dinitrotoluene CAS No: 121-14-2 EC No: 204-450-0 | Articles for professional users or the general public | < 0.1% (See Remark) | General 11 May 2027 For usage in motor vehicles as: - micro gas generators for seat belt pre-tensioners and bonnet actuators; - spare parts 11 May 2029 |
Remark:
This requirement could be exempted for:
1. Explosives (excluding pyrotechnic articles and ammunition)
2. Articles for military use
3. Ammunition for use, in accordance with national law, by the police or other security forces;
4. Toys
5. Medical devices
6. Food contact articles
7. Motor vehicles that meet the following conditions:
a) were placed on the market between 11 May 2027 and 11 May 2029;
b) contain 2,4-dinitrotoluene only in applications as
micro gas generators for seat belt pre-tensioners and bonnet actuators
spare parts
8. Articles placed on the market in the Union before 11 May 2027
Manufacturers, importers and downstream users should take note for these chemicals and the potential or current use in the processes to plan accordingly to ensure a higher level of protection for human health and the environment.
The European Union adopted Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/909 on 27 April 2026. This regulation amends the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 to introduce new prohibitions and restrictions for 12 substances used in cosmetic products across Annexes II, III, V and VI. Key updates include: prohibition of Triphenyl Phosphate; updated concentration limits for several substances; authorization of four new hair dye substances; re-authorization of Silver Zinc Zeolite as an allowed preservative; and introduction of a contaminant limit for di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHexP) in the UV filter DHHB.
The European Commission officially adopted Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/909 on 27 April 2026. This regulation introduces significant revisions to Annexes II, III, V, and VI of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, reflecting safety assessments conducted by the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS). The intent of the regulation is to introduce prohibitions and restrictions for 12 substances used in cosmetic products as highlighted below:
1. Annex II (Prohibited Substances)
a. Consolidated and deleted
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1597 | Silver zinc zeolite — with the exception of silver zinc zeolite under the conditions set out in entry 61 in Annex V | 130328-20-0 |
b. Newly added
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1752 | Triphenyl Phosphate | 115-86-6 |
Transition (entry 1752): Not to be placed on the Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 July 2028.
2. Annex III (Restricted Substances)
a. Replaced
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number | Maximum Concentrations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Zinc Acetate / Zinc Chloride / Zinc Gluconate / Zinc Glutamate / Zinc Citrate / Zinc Sulphate and its hydrates (Exception: Zinc 4-hydroxybenzene sulphonate) | 557-34-6 / 5970-45-6/7646-85-7 / 4468-02-4 / 1949-15-1 / 546-46-3 / 7733-02-0 / 7446-19-7 / 7446-20-0 | Toothpaste (users >1 yr): 1% (as zinc); Toothpaste (children 6 mo–1 yr): 0.72% (as zinc); Mouthwash (users >6 yr): 0.1% (as zinc); Other products: 1% (as zinc) |
| 70 | Citral / Geranial / Neral | 5392-40-5 / 141-27-5 / 106-26-3 | Lip make-up/lipstick/lip salves: 0.11%; Deodorants/antiperspirants: 0.032%; Eye/face make-up/remover: 0.65%; Fragrance (spray and non-spray): 0.6%; Leave-on skin (excl. lip, deodorant, antiperspirant, fragrance, eye, face make-up/remover) and nail: 0.15%; Oral: 0.35%; Hair leave-on: 1.2%; Skin/hair rinse-off: 1.2%; Leave-on anogenital (baby/intimate wipes): 0.063%. Consumer info: indicate in ingredient list if >0.001% (leave-on) or >0.01% (rinse-off) |
| 75 | Benzyl Salicylate (2-hydroxybenzoic acid phenylmethyl ester) | 118-58-1 | Fragrance (spray and non-spray): 4%; Rinse-off skin/hair (excl. shower/bath): 0.5%; Shower/bath: 1.3%; Leave-on skin/hair (non-spray, excl. body lotion): 0.5%; Leave-on hair (spray/aerosol): 0.5%; Body lotion: 0.7%; Face make-up/remover: 0.2%; Oral: 0.004%; Deodorant (spray/aerosol): 0.91%. Consumer info: indicate in ingredient list if >0.001% (leave-on) or >0.01% (rinse-off) |
Transition (entries 24 and 75): Not to be placed on the Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 July 2028.
Transition (entry 70): Not to be placed on the Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 August 2028.
b. Newly added
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number | Maximum Concentrations | Other Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 379 | Aluminium-containing ingredients (Exceptions: Annex III entries 34, 50, 189, 190, 192; Annex IV entries 117, 118, 119, 121, 131, 150; Annex V entry 61; Annex VI entry 27a) | Non-aerosol antiperspirant/deodorant: 7.73%; Aerosol antiperspirant/deodorant: 3.24%; Toothpaste: 3.18%; Lip: 14.62%; Body/face rinse-off: 0.89%; Bar soap: 4%; Hair rinse-off: 7.14%; Hair leave-on (inhalation risk): 0.15%; All other hair leave-on: 6.7%; Make-up (excl. lip, eye liner, eye shadow, nail varnish, mascara): 23%; Eye liner: 15.76%; Eye shadow: 43.31%; Nail varnish: 3.61%; Mascara: 3.13%; Face leave-on (excl. make-up/eye liner/eye shadow/mascara): 10.59%; Hand leave-on: 0.86%; Other leave-on skin (excl. antiperspirant, deodorant, face/hand, talcum): 3.81%; Talcum powder: 2.0% (all as Al) | Not to be used in sunscreen products with inhalation risk; powder products kept away from children's nose and mouth | |
| 380 | Acetylated Vetiveria Zizanioides Root Extract / Acetylated Vetiveria Zizanioides Root Oil | 84082-84-8 / 68917-34-0 | Fragrance (spray and non-spray): 0.9%; Deodorant: 0.05%; Make-up: 0.05%; Leave-on (excl. fragrance, deodorant, make-up): 0.1%; Rinse-off: 0.2% | Must be stabilized with 1% alpha-tocopherol (applies to raw materials) |
| 381 | HC Blue No 18 | 1166834-57-6 / 852356-91-3 | Oxidative hair dye: max. 0.35% (after mixing); Non-oxidative hair dye: 0.35% | See label warning (a) |
| 382 | Hydroxypropyl-p-phenylenediamine / Hydroxypropyl-p-phenylenediamine 2HCl | 73793-79-0 / 1928659-47-5 | Oxidative hair dye: max. 2% (after mixing) | See label warning (a) |
| 383 | HC Yellow No 16 | 1184721-10-5 | Oxidative hair dye: max. 1% (after mixing); Non-oxidative hair dye: 1.5% | See label warning (a) |
| 384 | HC Red No 18 | 1444596-49-9 | Oxidative hair dye: max. 1.5% (after mixing); Non-oxidative hair dye: 0.5% | See label warning (a) |
(a) Required label warning (entries 381–384): "Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions. Read and follow instructions. This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of 16. Temporary 'black henna' tattoos may increase your risk of allergy. Do not colour your hair if: — you have a rash on your face or sensitive, irritated and damaged scalp, — you have ever experienced any reaction after colouring your hair, — you have experienced a reaction to a temporary 'black henna' tattoo in the past."
Transition (entries 379 and 380): Not to be placed on the Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 July 2028.
Application (entries 381–384): Without delay upon entry into force.
3. Annex V (Allowed preservatives)
Replaced
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number | Maximum Concentrations | Other Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminium Silicate | 130328-20-0 | Deodorant spray: 1%; Powder foundation: 1% | Silver content must not exceed 2.5% |
Application: Without delay upon entry into force.
4. Annex VI (UV Filters)
Replaced
| Entry | Chemical Name | CAS Number | Maximum Concentrations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) | 302776-68-7 | Maximum in ready-for-use preparation: 10%; Di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHexP) as unavoidable trace impurity: max. 10 ppm |
Transition: Not to be placed on the Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 July 2028.
5. Scientific Basis:
| SCCS Opinion | Subject | Final Date |
|---|---|---|
| SCCS/1656/23 | Benzyl Salicylate | 26 October 2023 |
| SCCS/1664/24 | Triphenyl Phosphate | 25 July 2024 |
| SCCC/1650/23 | Silver Zinc Zeolite | 21 December 2023 |
| SCCS/1662/23 | Aluminium in cosmetic products – submission IV | 27 March 2024 |
| SCCS/1657/23 | Water-Soluble Zinc Salts – submission II | 26 October 2023 |
| SCCS/1599/18 | Acetylated Vetiver Oil – submission III | 26 February 2019 (Corrigendum: 20–21 June 2019) |
| SCCS/1663/24 | Acetylated Vetiver Oil – Inhalation toxicity – submission IV | 25 October 2024 |
| SCCS/1659/23 | Hydroxypropyl-p-phenylenediamine and its dihydrochloride salt | 28 February 2024 |
| SCCS/1970/24 | HC Yellow No 16 – Submission II | 25 October 2024 |
| SCCS/1673/24 | HC Red No 18 – Submission II | 22 January 2025 |
| SCCS/1678/25 | DHHB | 26 June 2025 |
6. Entry into Force and Application:
- Enters into force: 2 February 2026 (20 days after publication)
- Application date: 1 May 2026
| Annex/Entry | Transition/Application |
|---|---|
| Annex III entries 381–384; Annex V entry 61 | Apply without delay upon entry into force (18 May 2026) |
| Annex II entry 1752; Annex III entries 24, 75, 379, 380; Annex VI entry 28 | Not to be placed on Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 July 2028 |
| Annex III entry 70 | Not to be placed on Union market from 1 January 2027; not to be made available from 1 August 2028 |
In Europe, when hazards are identified in non-food consumer products, the products will be recalled and published in the Safety Gate system, which is updated weekly. The European recalls from 01 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 are summarized below:
| Hazards | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Chemical Hazard | 119 |
| Choking Hazard | 49 |
| Injury Hazard | 47 |
| Electric Shock Hazard | 45 |
| Fire Hazard | 39 |
| Environmental Hazard | 31 |
| Burn Hazard | 30 |
| Safety Risk Hazard | 7 |
| Health Risk Hazard | 7 |
| Other Hazards* | 11 |
*Other Hazards include Laceration Hazard, Suffocation Hazard, Microbiological Hazard, Entrapment Hazard and Strangulation Hazard with a frequency of less than 7.
| Product Categories | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Toys and Childcare Products | 68 |
| Home Electrical Appliances | 40 |
| Chemicals | 39 |
| Bodycare / Cosmetics | 36 |
| Electrical Appliances | 30 |
| Outdoor Living Items | 17 |
| Computer / Audio / Video / Other Electronics & Accessories | 14 |
| Machinery | 14 |
| Fabric / Textile / Garment / Home Textile | 10 |
| Sporting Goods / Equipment | 9 |
| Other Categories* | 38 |
*Other Categories include Accessories, Protective Equipment, Stationery, Household Items, Tools and Hardware, Jewelry, Food Contact Material, Footwear and Car Accessories with a frequency of less than 9.
| Notifying Country | Frequency |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | 63 |
| France | 51 |
| Czechia | 50 |
| Germany | 28 |
| Hungary | 17 |
| Poland | 16 |
| Sweden | 14 |
| The Netherlands | 12 |
| Finland | 7 |
| Slovakia | 7 |
| Italy | 7 |
| Other Countries | 43 |
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Asia News
In China, when hazards are identified in consumer products, they will be recalled and published in the SAMR Defective Product Administrative Centre, which is updated daily. The China recalls from 01 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 are summarized below:
| Hazards | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Injury Hazard | 18 |
| Safety Risk Hazard | 11 |
| Electric Shock Hazard | 11 |
| Health Risk Hazard | 8 |
| Choking Hazard | 7 |
| Fire Hazard | 7 |
| Chemical Hazard | 4 |
| Burn Hazard | 3 |
| Other Hazards* | 9 |
*Other Hazards include Risk of Allergy, Fall Hazard, Laceration Hazard, Damage to Sight, Explosion Hazard and Puncture Hazard with a frequency of less than 3.
| Product Categories | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Toys and Childcare Products | 16 |
| Home Electrical Appliances | 11 |
| Sporting Goods / Equipment | 6 |
| Footwear | 6 |
| Food Contact Material | 5 |
| Stationery | 4 |
| Protective Equipment | 3 |
| Fabric / Textile / Garment / Home Textile | 2 |
| Chemicals | 2 |
| Household Items | 2 |
| Bodycare / Cosmetics | 2 |
| Furniture | 1 |
| Provinces | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Guangdong | 22 |
| Shanghai | 9 |
| Jiangsu | 5 |
| Fujian | 5 |
| Tianjin | 4 |
| Hebei | 3 |
| Hunan | 3 |
| Inner Mongolia | 3 |
| Henan | 2 |
| Yunnan | 2 |
| Sichuan | 1 |
| Shaanxi | 1 |
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Australia/New Zealand News
In Australia, when hazards are identified in consumer products, they will be recalled and published in the Recalls and Safety Alerts Database on the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission website, which is updated daily. The Australia recalls from 01 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 are summarized below:
| Hazards | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Injury Hazard | 11 |
| Risk of Death | 8 |
| Ingestion Hazard | 6 |
| Choking Hazard | 5 |
| Fire Hazard | 5 |
| Burn Hazard | 3 |
| Health Risk Hazard | 1 |
| Laceration Hazard | 1 |
| Impact Hazard | 1 |
| Entrapment Hazard | 1 |
| Product Categories | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Home Electrical Appliances | 6 |
| Toys and Childcare Products | 4 |
| Electrical Appliances | 3 |
| Tools and Hardware | 2 |
| Sporting Goods / Equipment | 1 |
| Food Contact Material | 1 |
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