Transitional period for the production and labeling of compound feed and feed materials for non-food-producing animals containing Red quebracho extract ends. The stocks may continue to be placed on the market and used until they are exhausted.
The transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and distribution to consumers of consumer goods with printing inks, for which no declaration of conformity has been issued, ends.
The transitional period for labelling according to previous regulations for the feed additive "L-Lysine base, liquid" (3c320), produced using Corynebacterium glutamicum NRRL B-67439 or Corynebacterium glutamicum NRRL B-67535, as well as premixes containing this additive, is coming to an end.
The transition period for labelling according to previous regulations for the feed additives " peppermint essential oil from Mentha × piperita L.", " clary sage essential oil from Salvia sclarea L.", "sage essential oil from Salvia officinalis L.", " tea tree essential oil from Melaleuca alternifolia (Maiden & Betche) Cheel", "essential oil from lavender-leaved sage from Salvia officinalis ssp. lavandulifolia (Vahl) Gams" and " lavender essential oil from Lavandula angustifolia Mill", as well as premixes containing any of these additives, comes to an end.
The transitional period for labelling under previous legislation for the feed additives "essential oil of headed thyme from Thymbra capitata (L.) Cav." and "biotin" and its preparations, as well as premixes containing any of these additives, comes to an end.
Transitional period for the placing on the market and use of compound feed and feed materials for non-food producing animals containing additives authorised under Regulation (EU) 2024/1989 ends.
Applications for the awarding of the EU Ecolabel for the product groups decorative paints, varnishes, performance coatings and water-based aerosol spray paints must be assessed according to the new criteria of Decision (EU) 2025/2607.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing preparations of 'Saccharomyces cerevisiae' CNCM I-4407 ends.
The transition period for the market withdrawal of preparations containing the smoke flavouring extract-2b0001 and premixes with this additive intended for dogs and cats is coming to an end.
Ban of placing on the market and sale of cosmetic products that do not comply with the implementation of the 22nd ATP. Substances that have been approved with restrictions must comply with those restrictions.
New hazard classes for the classification/labelling of mixtures newly placed on the market (endocrine disruptors, PBT, vPvB, PMT, vPvM) are to be applied
Premixes containing the feed additives "celery seed essential oil from Apium graveolens L." or "caraway essential oil from Carum carvi L." may only be placed on the market and used for the animal species/categories specified in the annex of Regulation (EU) 2026/96 from 5 May 2027 onwards.
Furthermore, the transition period for the withdrawal from the market of premixes containing the following feed additives will end: Oct-2-enal, Dec-2-enal, 2-Hexenal, 3,5-Octadien-2-one, Dec-2-enoic acid, phenethyl propionate, methyl decanoate, ethyl dec-2-enoate, ethyl dec-4-enoate, butylamine, 3-methylbutane-1-thiol, 2-methylfuran, 2-acetyl-5-methylfuran, 2-acetyl-3-methylpyrazine and picoline beta (3-methylpyridine), provided that these are intended for dog and cat food.
Start of application of the amended specification for the food additive quillaia extract (E 999). Selling off previously marketed food additives and food products is permitted.
End of the transition period for agricultural products and spirits marketed under a geographical indication that does not have the name of the producer or economic operator in the same field of view as the geographical indication.
The transitional period for labelling according to previous legislation for the feed additives "Calcium-D-Pantothenate", "D-Panthenol" and "L-Valine" produced with Corynebacterium glutamicum KCCM 80058, as well as premixes containing any of these additives, is coming to an end.
Tobacco products other than cigarettes and fine-cut tobacco manufactured, imported or released for free circulation before 20 May 2024 and which comply with the provisions in force until that date may no longer be placed on the market
Manufacturers or authorised representatives of Class C in vitro diagnostic medical devices for which a declaration of conformity under previous law was issued before 26 May 2022 and whose conformity assessment procedure under the IVDR now requires the involvement of a Notified Body must have submitted a formal application for conformity assessment to a Notified Body.
Start of application of the requirements for the reuse of recycled rigid PVC from electrical and electronic windows and doors, including the obligation to label the maximum lead content and traceability of these products.
The provisions on emergency procedures for conformity assessment, presumption of conformity, adoption of common specifications and market surveillance of crisis-relevant goods in the event of internal market emergencies will apply.
The obligation to annually report information regarding the use, identity, quantity released and derogation of polymer microparticles, which are used as pellets, flakes and powders as feedstock for the production of plastics in industrial sites, comes into force for manufacturers and downstream industrial users.
Transitional period for the labelling of compound feed and feed materials for pets under previous legislation (amendment to the FMBV of 24 April 2024) ends.
The transitional period for the sale of heated tobacco products that do not comply with the new regulations (applicable from 24 July 2025) is coming to an end.
Synthetic polymer microparticles, either as such or in preparations with contents of 0.01% or more, may no longer be placed on the market. Extended transition periods apply to certain preparations.
Prohibition of the placing on the market of D4, D5 and D6 for substances and preparations. Different transitional periods apply to cosmetic products and medical devices.
Entry into force of the amended Fruit Juices Directive. Products marketed or labelled before 14 June 2026 may continue to be marketed until stocks are exhausted.
Date of application of the amended directives on honey and condensed milk. Products marketed or labelled before 14 June 2026 may continue to be marketed until stocks are exhausted.
Effective date of the amended Jam Regulation. Products manufactured and labelled under the old regulations before the specified date may be marketed until stocks are exhausted.
Entry into force of the amended Directive on jams, marmalades and jellies. Products marketed or labelled before 14 June 2026 may continue to be marketed until stocks are exhausted.
Food may continue to be imported, produced, and labeled under current law until June 30, 2026. A reduction in stocks is also possible beyond this time.
The sales period for electrical and electronic household and office appliances, and in particular tumble dryers, smartphones, mobile phones, cordless phones and slate tablets that do not meet the new ecodesign and energy label requirements, is coming to an end.
Foods that do not comply with the new requirements may continue to be imported and produced under existing law until June 30, 2026. A reduction in consumer stocks is also possible.
The transition period for placing on the market and using the feed additive DL-Methionyl-DL-Methionine (3c306) and the flavouring substances (276, 329, 305, 313, 331, and 355), as well as premixes containing any of these additives, is coming to an end.
Amendment of the Ordinance on Maximum Levels for Pesticide Residues (VPRH)
created on:09.12.2025
The transitional period for food products manufactured and imported under the previous regulations is ending. Sales are permitted until stocks are depleted.
Regulation on microbiological criteria for foodstuffs
created on:29.11.2024
Amendment of the conditions of application for the food safety criteria Listeria monocytogenes “Not detected in 25 g” for ready-to-eat foods able to support the growth of L. monocytogenes.
Amendment of the Regulation on maximum residue limits for pharmacologically active substances and feed additives
created on:09.12.2025
With the end of the transitional period for residues of active substances that do not comply with the present amendments, these may no longer be present in foodstuffs of animal origin.
Evaluation criteria for plastics and other organic materials
created on:13.07.2023
The requirements of Appendices D (elastomers) and E (thermoplastic elastomers, TPE) are legally binding. The elastomer guideline and TPE transition recommendation are withdrawn. Test certificates that were created on the basis of the elastomer guideline or TPE transition recommendation lose their validity.
Retailers obliged to accept returns of electronic cigarettes or electronic tobacco heaters must have set up return points. Additionally, retailers who are required to take back waste electrical and electronic equipment must have implemented the new labelling requirements.
Some requirements, such as labelling requirements and requirements for refill stations, in accordance with the CLP revision must be applied. There is a transitional period for substances and mixtures already on the market.
Regulation on primary products for the production of smoke flavors
created on:27.09.2024
Start of application of the ban on the placing on the market of foods and preparations containing primary products for the production of smoke flavors in relation to all food categories (with the exception of the following food categories 1.7 (cheese and cheese products), 8 (meat), 9.2 (fish and fishery products, including crab and Molluscs, processed), 9.3 (fish roe)).
Transitional periods for the placing on the market and use of compound feed and feed materials with feed additives according to Regulation (EU) 2024/1727 are ending.
Transitional period for the production and labelling of compound feed and feed materials containing the feed additives for non-food producing fish with the additives "acetic acid, calcium acetate and sodium diacetate" ends. The stocks may continue to be placed on the market and used until they are exhausted.
The destruction of certain unsold consumer products (clothing and footwear) is prohibited (does not apply to small, micro and medium-sized enterprises).
Transitional period for the first placing on the market of single-use and repeat-use food contact articles with BPA that comply with the old regulations ends.
End of the transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and placing on the market of finished single-use and reusable consumer goods that do not comply with the new requirements on BPA and its salts.
Transitional period for placing cosmetic products on the market that do not comply with the extended regulations for labeling allergenic fragrances ends.
Transitional period for the provision of cosmetic products that do not comply with the new labelling requirements of end products containing formaldehyde separators ends.
Transition period for the withdrawal from the market of feed materials and compound feed for cats and dogs which have been produced with smoke flavouring extract 2b0001 ends.
Transition period for the production and labelling under previous legislation (before 5 February 2026) for the feed additives "celery seed essential oil from Apium graveolens L." and "caraway essential oil from Carum carvi L." as well as premixes containing one of these additives, ends. This transition period applies only to the following pet species: ornamental birds, equids, leporidae, and dogs.
A manufacturer must appoint an authorised representative for each Member State in which they make packaging or packaged products available for the first time, with the exception of the Member State in which they are established
The producers of packaging are obliged to confirm in the form of an EU declaration of conformity that the packaging fulfils the various requirements of the regulation.
Regulation on maximum levels of pesticide residues
created on:29.01.2026
Commencement of the new MRLs for the active substances benfluralin, benthiavalicarb, and penflufen. The previous MRLs will remain applicable to products manufactured in or imported into the EU before this date.
Earliest date of application for the new labelling requirements of the EU Battery Regulation. The actual date of application depends on the adoption of further implementing acts.
Effective date of the amended specifications and additional requirements applicable to the following food additives: locust bean gum (E 410), guar gum (E 412), gum arabic (E 414), xanthan gum (E 415), pectins (E 440), and starch sodium octenyl succinate (E 1450).
Regulation on maximum levels of pesticide residues
created on:03.02.2026
Commencement of the new MRLs (Maximum Residue Levels) for the active substances dimoxystrobin, ethephon, and propamocarb. The previous MRLs will continue to apply to products manufactured in or imported into the EU before this date, except for ethephon on or in apples and blueberries, and propamocarb on or in lettuce.
Transitional period for submission of applications for biocidal products of product type 18 with the active substance Prallethrin and product types 2, 7 and 9 with the active substance silver-zinc-zeolite ends.
Transitional period for the first placing on the market of plastic materials and articles that comply with the previous legislation ends. The stocks can be placed on the market until they are exhausted.
The Notified Body and the manufacturer must have signed a written agreement on conformity assessment for Class C in vitro diagnostic medical devices for which a declaration of conformity under previous law was issued before 26 May 2022 and whose conformity assessment procedure now requires the involvement of a Notified Body under the IVDR.
The amendments to the Unfair commercial practices directive on environmental claims are to be applied by the Member States (Empowering Consumers Directive - EmpCo Directive).
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing either 4-methyl-5-vinylthiazole or a preparation of Enterococcus lactis NCIMB 10415 (4b1705ii) ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing the feed additive 'pine white essential oil from Pinus pinaster Aiton ' ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing “juniper essential oil” or “juniper tincture” from Juniperus communis L. ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing the feed additive 'Coriander essential oil' from Coriandrum sativum L. ends.
Suppliers of in vitro diagnostic devices containing synthetic polymer microparticles must provide instructions for use and disposal to prevent release to the environment.
Prohibition on the production and placing on the market of PFHxA in cosmetic products and consumer articles made of paper or cardboard applies. Prohibition on the placing on the market of PFHxA in textiles, leather, fur, skin, and footwear for the general public. Prohibition on the supply of PFHxA preparations and mixtures to the general public.
Transitional period for the classification/labelling of substances already placed on the market by new hazard classes (endocrine disruptors, PBT, vPvB, PMT, vPvM) ends
Obligations to provide information regarding synthetic polymer micro-particles in food additives, in vitro diagnostics, or microplastics in exempted uses come into effect.
Regulation on protection of geographical indications for craft and industrial products
created on:02.11.2023
End of the transition period for national protection systems for geographical indications of craft and industrial products. Unless the member states inform the Commission by this date which of their legally protected names they want to register or have protected. On this basis, national protection can be extended until the registration process has been completed.
The exemption for lead as an alloying element in steel for machining purposes and in galvanised steel containing up to 0,35 % lead by weight, as well as the exemption for lead as an alloying element in aluminium containing up to 0,4 % lead by weight, provided it stems from lead-bearing aluminium scrap recycling, is expiring.
Validity of the provisions of the Regulation to reduce deforestation enters into Force. Micro, small and medium-sized Enterprises acting as market participant are excluded.
End of the transition period for the use of Swiss origin indications for foodstuffs under previous legislation. Foodstuffs labelled accordingly can be distributed to consumers until stocks are depleted.
Transitional period for placing on the market with previous labelling of compound feed and feed materials for pets (amendment of 6 November 2024 of the FMBV) ends.
Directive on the quality of water intended for human consumption
created on:10.05.2024
Date of application of certain implementing acts laying down new requirements for materials and products in contact with water intended for human consumption
Transition periods for new substances subject to authorization are expiring. Transition periods for endocrine-disrupting plasticizers are expiring in certain product groups.
In order to continue to place a device assimilated to a medical device on the market in accordance with the previous legislation, a written agreement must be signed between the manufacturer and the notified body on the performance of the conformity assessment (unless a new clinical trial is being conducted).
Ban on the placing on the market of certain fixed chillers, air-water split air conditioners, plug-in room air conditioners, monobloc air conditioners and other self-contained air conditioners containing fluorinated greenhouse gases above a certain global warming potential comes into force.
Some requirements, such as labelling provisions and reporting obligations for traders, according to the CLP revision are to be applied. A transition period applies to substances and mixtures already on the market.
We point out a discrepancy regarding the deadlines: The deadline for certain provisions has been postponed to 1 January 2028. However, the deadline for relabelling substances/mixtures already on the market has not been adjusted.
The transitional period for the manufacturing, import, and labelling of consumer goods under previous law ends. From now on, in accordance with Swiss law, the declaration of conformity for consumer goods made of plastic must also include information about the presence of non-intentionally added substances (NIAS).
In order to continue to place a device assimilated to a medical device on the market in accordance with the previous legislation, a written agreement must be signed between the manufacturer and the notified body on the performance of the conformity assessment (unless a new clinical trial is being conducted).
Suppliers must provide information on repairability on the energy label, in the product information sheet and in the technical documentation of household tumble dryers.
The feed additives "celery seed essential oil from Apium graveolens L." and "caraway essential oil from Carum carvi L." may only be marketed and used for the animal species/categories listed in the Annex of Regulation (EU) 2026/96 starting from 5 February 2027.
Furthermore, the transition period for the withdrawal of stock of the feed additives Oct-2-enal, Dec-2-enal, 2-Hexenal, 3,5-Octadien-2-one, Dec-2-enoic acid, Phenethylpropionate, Methyldecanoate, Ethyldec-2-enoate, Ethyldec-4-enoate, Butylamine, 3-Methylbutan-1-thiol, 2-Methylfuran, 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran, 2-Acetyl-3-methylpyrazine and picoline beta (3-methylpyridine) for dogs and cats will end.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous legislation for compound feed and feed materials containing the feed additives 'Omicha tincture' (derived from Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill.) or "ginseng tincture" (obtained from Panax ginseng C.A.Mey.).
Furthermore, the transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound and feed materials for non-food-producing animals containing the feed additives "microcrystalline cellulose", "methyl cellulose", "ethyl cellulose", "hydroxypropyl cellulose", "hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose" or "sodium carboxymethyl cellulose" ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing the feed additives acetic acid (1a260), sodium diacetate (1a262) or calcium acetate (1a263) ends.
Where no application for authorisation has been submitted for biocidal products of product-18 with the active substance Prallethrin and product types 2, 7 and 9 with the active substance silver-zinc-zeolite till 27.08.2026, those biocidal products shall no longer be made available on the market.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing one of the feed additives L-cystine (3c391), Clove tincture (2b188-t), Texas cedar essential oil (2b91722-eo), Cajeput essential oil (2b276-eo) or Propyl gallate (1b310) ends.
Where no application for authorisation has been submitted for biocidal products of product-type 6 with the active substance "formic acid" till 01.10.2026 those biocidal products shall no longer be made available on the market.
Where no application for authorisation has been submitted for biocidal products of product-type 6 and 13 with the active substance "BIT" till 01.10.2026 those biocidal products shall no longer be made available on the market
End of the transition period for the placing on the market and use of premixes containing feed additives listed in Annex 1 of Regulation (EU) 2025/2575.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials containing "rose geranium essential oil", "eucalyptus essential oil" or "lemongrass essential oil" ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials for cats containing the feed additive 'lanthanum carbonate octahydrate' ends.
Effective date of the revoked authorisation for guar gum in the food category 13.1.5.2 ("foodstuffs for special medical purposes within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 for infants from four months and for young children"). Food products legally placed on the market before 27 April 2027 may continue to be marketed until the end of their shelf life.
The revocation of the approval of the additive sodium carboxy methyl cellulose, cellulose gum (E 466) for certain dietary foods for infants and young children (food categories 13.1.5.1 and 13.1.5.2) takes effect. Furthermore, the additive may no longer be used in nutrient preparations for use in dietary foods for special medical purposes for infants and young children. A sale of previously marketed foods is possible.
Where no application for authorisation has been submitted for biocidal products of product-type 6 with the active substance "DBNPA" till 01.11.2026 those biocidal products shall no longer be made available on the market
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials for cats, dogs and ornamental fish containing the feed additive 'indigotine' (now indigo carmine) ends.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for compound feed and feed materials for certain pets containing 'sodium ferrocyanide' or 'potassium ferrocyanide' as a feed additive ends.
The maximum power consumption in the off state of household and office appliances, tumble dryers and individual room heaters is reduced to 0.3 W and the maximum power consumption in networked standby mode of HiNA appliances and appliances with HiNA functions is reduced to 7.00 W.
Transitional period for labelling under the previous law for the feed additives "L-tyrosine" and "Sepiolite" as well as premixtures containing one of these additives ends.
Lowering of the limit values for polybrominated diphenyl ethers to 10 mg/kg in toys as well as in childcare and care products that are made from or contain materials recovered with PBDEs.
Manufacturers or authorised representatives of Class B in vitro diagnostic medical devices and Class A sterile in vitro diagnostic medical devices for which a declaration of conformity was issued under previous law before 26 May 2022 and whose conformity assessment procedure under the IVDR now requires the involvement of a Notified Body must have submitted a formal application for conformity assessment to a Notified Body.
The obligation to annually report information regarding the use, identity, quantity released and derogations of polymer microparticles in industrial sites comes into force for manufacturers and downstream industrial users. For suppliers of pharmaceuticals, food additives, in vitro diagnostic devices and products, where the release of particles is prevented, the information for end uses must be reported in the same way.
Objects that contain formaldehyde above the established limit values may no longer be placed on the market. Objects already on the market in the EU or Switzerland may continue to be imported.
The exemption for lead as an alloying element in aluminium containing up to 0,4 % lead by weight is expiring. Likewise, the exemption for lead as an alloying element in aluminium for machining purposes with a lead content up to 0,4 % by weight for device categories 1 to 7 and 10 is also expiring.
EU Ecolabels awarded to decorative paints, varnishes, performance coatings and water-based aerosol spray paints based on an assessment in accordance with Decision 2014/312/EU may no longer be used.
Validity of the provisions of the Regulation to reduce deforestation for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises acting as market participants enters into force.
Some exemptions for the use of lead in high melting temperature solders, in glass or ceramic components, as well as an alloying element in steel, aluminium and copper are expiring.
Transitional period for the placing on the market of compound and feed materials for pets that were labelled according to previous requirements (before 1st July 2025) expires.
Transitional period for the import, production and labelling of wines, sparkling wines and semi-sparkling wines under the previous law ends. Depending on the alcohol content, the product name of wines, sparkling wines and semi-sparkling wines must be supplemented by «de-alcoholised» or «partially de-alcoholised».
End of the deadline for filling and sealing finished disposable consumer goods that do not comply with the new requirements on BPA and its salts.
This does not apply to single-use containers for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables or fishery products, as well as food contact articles on which a varnish or coating produced using BPA has been applied only to the outer metal surface.
Transitional period for the filling and sealing of disposable food contact articles ends. This does not apply to single-use containers for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables or fishery products, as well as food contact articles on which a varnish or coating produced using BPA has been applied only to the outer metal surface.
Additional information requirements apply to motorised fans. Moreover, the transition period for fans integrated into other products is coming to an end.
Sales period for fans that do not comply with new ecodesign requirements expires. The new ecodesign requirements now also apply to fans that are integrated into other products. Additional information requirements also apply.
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
created on:25.07.2024
Obligations of the European Supply Chain Directive (CSDDD) come into force for companies with more than 5000 employees and more than EUR 1.5 billion in sales.
Expiry date of pyriproxyfen as an active substance in biocidal products of product-type 18 insecticides, acaricides and products to control other arthropods
The classification rules for high-risk AI systems and the corresponding obligations apply. Providers of general-use AI models placed on the market before 2 August 2025 must comply with the obligations of the Regulation.
The transitional period for labelling under previous regulations for compound feed and feed materials for pets containing "L-Lysine Base, liquid" (3c320), produced using Corynebacterium glutamicum NRRL B-67439 or Corynebacterium glutamicum NRRL B-67535 as a feed additive, is coming to an end.
The transitional period for labelling in accordance with previous regulations for compound feed and single feed for pets containing "Spanish type origanum essential oil from Thymbra capitata (L.) Cav." or "biotin" or its preparations as a feed additive is coming to an end.
The Notified Body and the manufacturer must have signed a written agreement on conformity assessment for Class B in vitro diagnostic medical devices and sterile Class A in vitro diagnostic medical devices for which a declaration of conformity under previous law was issued before 26 May 2022 and whose conformity assessment procedure now requires the involvement of a Notified Body under the IVDR.
End of the transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and placing on the market of consumer goods that do not comply with the new requirements on other bisphenols and derivatives or dangerous bisphenols and dangerous bisphenol derivatives. End of the transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and placing on the market of consumer goods, substance no. 5103 «Wood flour and fibers, untreated» and/or substance no. 5111 «4,4'-dihydroxydiphenyl sulphone».
Expiry date of spinosad as an active substance in biocidal products of product-type 18 insecticides, acaricides and products to control other arthropods
Evaluation criteria for plastics and other organic materials
created on:20.11.2025
The sixth amendment to the evaluation criteria for plastics and other organic materials in contact with drinking water must be applied as legally binding.
The transitional period for labelling according to previous regulations for compound feed and feed materials for pets containing "Calcium-D-Pantothenate," "D-Panthenol," or "L-Valine" produced using Corynebacterium glutamicum KCCM 80058 as a feed additive is coming to an end.
Plant protection products classified as hazardous, which were labelled before 01/12/2025, may no longer be placed on the market without the inclusion of the UFI (Unique Formula Identifier).
Plant protection products that exclusively contain basic substances and were considered plant protection products under the PSMV 2010 regulation but will no longer be classified as such after 01/12/2025 may no longer be placed on the market as plant protection products.
Lowering of the limit values for polybrominated diphenyl ethers to 200 mg/kg in products and mixtures made from or containing materials recovered with PBDEs. Different limit values apply for toys or products related to child care and welfare.
The transition period for labelling of compound and feed materials for pets under previous regulations (amendment of 29 October 2025 of the FMBV) ends.
The transitional period for the initial provision of in vitro diagnostic medical devices with a valid certificate in accordance with Directive 98/79/EC and in vitro diagnostic medical devices of class D with a declaration of conformity issued before 26 May 2022 in accordance with Directive 98/79/EC, the conformity assessment of which now requires the involvement of a notified body, ends.
The exemption for the use of cadmium in semiconductor nanocrystal quantum dots applied directly to LED semiconductor chips for wavelength conversion for display and projection applications as set out in Annex III Entry 39b ends.
Devices of risk class III treated as medical devices, for which a certificate was issued by a notified body under the previous law (Directive 93/42/EEC) and expired after 26 May 2021 and before 20 March 2023, may no longer be placed on the market.
In order to continue placing on the market a device treated as a medical device for which a new clinical investigation is being carried out in accordance with the previous legislation, a written agreement must have been signed between the manufacturer and the notified body on the performance of the conformity assessment.
Some requirements of the CLP revision are coming into effect. These include the specifications for labelling formats, information in distance selling and advertising, as well as the six-month deadline for label adjustments.
We point out a discrepancy regarding the deadlines: the deadline for these requirements has been postponed to 1 January 2028. However, the deadline for relabelling substances/mixtures already on the market has not been adjusted.
Devices of risk class III treated as medical devices, for which a certificate was issued by a notified body under the previous law (Directive 93/42/EEC) and expired after 26 May 2021 and before 20 March 2023, may no longer be placed on the market.
In order to continue placing on the market a device treated as a medical device for which a new clinical investigation is being carried out in accordance with the previous legislation, a written agreement must have been signed between the manufacturer and the notified body on the performance of the conformity assessment.
End of the transition period for placing on the market and use of compound feed and feed materials that contain feed additives listed in Annex 1 of Regulation (EU) 2025/2575 or were produced using premixtures of these additives.
End of the transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and placing on the market of the following single-use consumer goods containing BPA or its salts:
Single-use containers for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables or fishery products
Consumer goods for single use with varnish or coating only on the outer metal surface
End of the transitional period for the import, manufacture, labelling and placing on the market of finished reusable consumer goods containing BPA or its salts and used in commercial food production.
The transitional period for the placing on the market of finished single-use food contact articles containing BPA, for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables or fishery products that comply with the old regulations ends. In addition, the transitional period for the placing on the market of finished single-use food contact articles on which a varnish or coating produced using BPA has been applied only to the outer metal surface ends. Furthermore, the transitional period for the first placing on the market of repeatable, commercial food contact articles that comply with the old regulations ends.
Transition period for the production and labelling under previous legislation (before 5 February 2026) for compound and complementary feed for certain pets (ornamental birds, equines, lagomorphs and dogs) containing "essential celery seed oil from Apium graveolens L." or "essential caraway oil from Carum carvi L." ends.
Compound feed and feed materials containing "essential celery seed oil from Apium graveolens L." or "essential caraway oil from Carum carvi L." as well as premixtures made from these ingredients may only be marketed and used from 5 February 2028 onwards for the animal species/categories listed in the Annex of Regulation (EU) 2026/96.Compound feed and feed materials for animal species no longer listed in the Regulation (cats, ornamental fish and certain other species) and containing these additives may no longer be marketed or used.
Moreover, the transition period for the marketing and use of Compound feed and feed materials for dogs and cats containing feed additives from the Annex of Regulation (EU) 2026/95 or produced with a premixture containing these additives also ends.
Commencement of the new maximum limits for sodium octenylsuccinate (E 1450) in food categories 13.1.5.1 ("Foods for special medical purposes as defined in Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 for infants") and 13.1.5.2 ("Foods for special medical purposes as defined in Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 for infants from four months old and for young children").
The EU member states must ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes are established. For small businesses, extended producer responsibility for textiles will only apply from 17 April 2029.
Preparations that do not comply with the requirements regarding classification and labelling according to the new hazard classes may no longer be dispensed.
Transitional period for the classification/labelling of substances already placed on the market by new hazard classes (endocrine disruptors, PBT, vPvB, PMT, vPvM) ends
Manufacturers of fireworks must report their sold quantities from 2027 to the Federal Environment Agency for the first time as part of the extended manufacturer responsibility.
The exemption for increased lead and cadmium content in plastic profiles for electrical and electronic windows and doors with recycled rigid PVC is expiring.
Sodium citrates, potassium citrates, sorbitol, mannitol, calcium hydroxide, xylitol, ammonium lactate and ammonium acetate shall be considered as feed additives and may continue to be placed on the market and used as feed materials until 30 May 2028 at the latest
Sodium citrates, potassium citrates, sorbitol, mannitol, calcium hydroxide, xylitol, ammonium lactate and ammonium acetate shall be considered as feed additives and may continue to be placed on the market and used as feed materials until 30 May 2028 at the latest
Transitional period for substances and mixtures on the market before 1 July 2026 ends. Requirements, such as labelling requirements and requirements for refill stations, are to be applied from 1 July 2028.
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
created on:25.07.2024
Obligations of the European Supply Chain Directive (CSDDD) come into force for companies with more than 3000 employees and more than EUR 900 million in sales.
The new requirements for the biodegradability of polymers in fertilizer products as coating agents or water retention polymers apply. The labeling must include a reference to compliance with the distance to bodies of water.
The amended requirements on biodegradability and water solubility for polymers of CMC 1 (virgin material substances and mixtures) and 11 (by-products within the meaning of Directive 2008/98/EC) apply.
End of the sell-off period for consumer goods that do not comply with the new requirements for other bisphenols and derivatives or dangerous bisphenols or dangerous bisphenol derivatives.
End of the sell-off period of consumer goods containing substance no. 5103 «Wood flour and fibers, untreated» and/or substance no. 5111 «4,4'-dihydroxydiphenyl sulphone».
The new ecodesign requirements for external power supplies, wireless chargers, wireless charging pads, battery chargers for portable batteries of general use and USB Type-C cables are now in effect. The previously applicable ecodesign requirements for external power supplies have been repealed.
The transitional period for the initial provision of Class C in vitro diagnostic medical devices with a declaration of conformity issued before 26 May 2022 in accordance with Directive 98/79/EC, the conformity assessment of which now requires the involvement of a Notified Body, ends.
Transition period for substances and mixtures placed on the market before 1 January 2027 ends. Requirements such as labelling obligations and reporting duties for distributors are to be applied from 1 January 2029.
We point out a discrepancy regarding the deadlines: The deadline for certain provisions has been postponed to 1 January 2028. However, the deadline for relabelling substances/mixtures already on the market has not been adjusted.
Ban on the placing on the market of certain fixed air-to-air split air conditioners and split air conditioners containing fluorinated greenhouse gases above a certain global warming potential enters into force.
Regulation on products assimilated to medical devices
created on:26.06.2023
Products treated as medical devices, which require the involvement of a notified body and do not require a clinical investigation, may no longer be placed on the market if they do not comply with the common specifications.
Transitional period for member states to set up deposit systems for single-use plastic beverage bottles and single-use beverage cans (capacity up to 3 liters) ends.
Transitional period for the filling and sealing of single-use food contact articles for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables or fishery products and food contact articles on which a varnish or coating produced using BPA has been applied only to the outer metal surface ends. Food that has already been packaged may be placed on the market until stocks are exhausted.
Transitional period for filling and sealing single-use food contact items for the preservation of processed fruit, vegetables, or fishery products, as well as food contact items on which a coating or varnish manufactured using BPA has been applied only to the outer metal surface, ends. Food that has already been packaged may be placed on the market until stocks are exhausted. In addition, repeat-use final food contact articles used as professional food production equipment may no longer remain on the market.
End of the deadline for filling and sealing finished disposable consumer goods for the preservation of fruit, vegetables and fishery products that do not comply with the new requirements on BPA and its salts.
End of the sell-off period for finished reusable consumer goods that do not comply with the new requirements on BPA and its salts.
Finished reusable consumer goods with BPA or its salts, which are used in commercial food production, may no longer remain on the market.
Veterinary medicinal products that were authorised before 11 May 2024 or were the subject of an ongoing application for authorisation on 11 May 2024 may no longer be placed on the market if the marked pictograms and abbreviations do not comply with the requirements.
Regulation on primary products for the production of smoke flavors
created on:27.09.2024
Start of application of the ban on the placing on the market of foods and preparations containing primary products for the production of smoke flavors in relation to the following food categories 1.7 (cheese and cheese products), 8 (meat), 9.2 (fish and fishery products, including crustaceans and molluscs, processed), 9.3 (fish roe).
Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
created on:25.07.2024
Obligations of the European Supply Chain Directive (CSDDD) come into force for companies with more than 1000 employees and more than EUR 450 million in sales.
Expiry of the transitional period for the initial provision of Class B in vitro diagnostic medical devices and sterile Class A in vitro diagnostic medical devices with a declaration of conformity issued before 26 May 2022 in accordance with Directive 98/79/EC, the conformity assessment of which now requires the involvement of a Notified Body.
Regulation on products assimilated to medical devices
created on:27.06.2023
Products treated as medical devices, which require the involvement of a notified body and require a clinical investigation, may no longer be placed on the market if they do not comply with the common specifications.
Ban on the placing on the market of certain fixed refrigeration systems, technical aerosols and certain fixed, self-contained air conditioning systems containing fluorinated greenhouse gases above a certain global warming potential will enter into force.
The declaration of performance and conformity must contain at least the performance in relation to certain other material environmental characteristics.
Earliest date of application for the carbon footprint performance class requirements for LMT batteries. The actual date of application depends on the adoption of further implementing acts.
The destruction of certain unsold consumer products (clothing and shoes) is also prohibited for medium-sized companies. Medium-sized companies are subject to the disclosure obligation in connection with the destruction of unsold consumer products.
External power supplies with a USB PD port, whose nameplate output power exceeds 100 W, are subject to the new energy efficiency requirements of Regulation (EU) 2025/2052.
European assessment documents whose references were listed in the list under the old Construction Products Regulation on 8 January 2026 will lose their validity at the latest.
Veterinary medicinal products that were authorised before 11 May 2024 or were the subject of an ongoing application for authorisation on 11 May 2024 may no longer be placed on the market if their labelling does not comply with the requirements in relation to the primary packaging units.
D4, D5 and D6 in medical devices, in vitro diagnostic medical devices, human medicinal products and veterinary medicinal products may no longer be placed on the market.
Date of application of different new requirements of the EU Battery Regulation:
first step of the minimum recycled content of SLI batteries applies
earliest date of application for a maximum life cycle carbon footprint threshold for LMT-batteries. The actual date of application depends on the adoption of a further delegated act.
Expiry date of dinotefuran as an active substance in biocidal products of product-type 18 insecticides, acaricides and products to control other arthropods
Transition period for the labeling requirement for lip products, nail products and make-up, that were placed on the market before October 17, 2031 is expiring.
Ban on the placing on the market of certain stationary coolers, plug-in room air conditioners, monobloc air conditioners and other self-contained air conditioners containing fluorinated greenhouse gases comes into force.
The declaration of performance and conformity must contain at least the performance in relation to certain other material environmental characteristics.
The validity of the criteria for the award of the EU Ecolabel for decorative paints, varnishes, and related products, performance coatings and related products, and water-based aerosol spray paints in accordance with Decision (EU) 2025/2607, will come to an end.
Directive on the quality of water intended for human consumption
created on:10.05.2024
The transitional regulation on the use of starting materials, compositions and components approved in accordance with national provisions in the manufacture of materials or products in contact with drinking water will end, as will the validity of national certificates of conformity for products in contact with drinking water.
Ban on the placing on the market of foams containing fluorinated greenhouse gases as well as fixed split air conditioners with a nominal power of more than 12 kW containing fluorinated greenhouse gases above a certain global warming potential enters into force.
Prohibition of the placing on the market of products made from recovered rigid PVC with a maximum lead content of 1.5% and batteries with PVC-silicon separators.
LMT batteries that contain cobalt, lead, lithium or nickel in active materials, shall be accompanied by documentation containing information about the recycled content
Packaging is now only considered recyclable if it is recycled “on a large scale”. In order to be allowed to be placed on the market, the packaging must actually be recycled in practice
Ban on the placing on the market of fixed split air conditioners with a rated power of up to and including 12 kW containing fluorinated greenhouse gases enters into force.
Expiry date of approval for Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium extract from supercritical carbon dioxide as an active substance for use in biocidal products of product-type 18
Expiry date of approval for "Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium extract from hydrocarbon solvent" as an active substance for use in biocidal products of product-type 18
Authorisations for the active substances ADBAC/BKC (C12-C16) and trihydrogen pentapotassium di(peroxomonosulfate) di(sulfate) for biocidal products of product-types 2 or 2, 3, 4 and 5 expire.
Lip products, nail products and make-up that contain synthetic polymer microparticles in a concentration of 0.01% (w/w) or more, shall not be placed on the market.
Construction products may no longer be placed on the market on the basis of European technical assessments prepared in accordance with European assessment documents in accordance with the old Construction Products Regulation.
Expiry date of approval for biocidal products of product-18 with the active substance Prallethrin and product types 2, 7 and 9 with the active substance silver-zinc-zeolite.
Stricter requirements for the recyclability of packaging come into force. Packaging must have a recyclability of at least 80% in order to be placed on the market.
