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As the electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow, understanding the differences in EV charging adapters becomes increasingly vital. This e-book will help you navigate the complexities of EV charging adapters and highlight the importance of standards in enhancing adoption and usability for all EV drivers. ⬇️ Download now: https://s.ul.com/4qJQCRk

We are thrilled to have participated in this conversation with International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ) alongside our UL Solutions experts. This episode is a great resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of voluntary certification, third‑party conformity assessment and how these processes strengthen confidence across the built environment.

On December 17, 2025, the European Commission issued guidance on implementing Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/3190, which restricts the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and other hazardous bisphenols in food contact materials (FCMs). The guidance addresses and clarifies aspects related to the scope of the Regulation, compliance requirements such as declarations, testing, migration limits, and manufacturer obligations. It also explains transitional provisions, timelines, and conditions for derogations or authorizations for restricted substances. Finally, the guidance indicates a list of bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives currently considered as hazardous and falling within the scope. Read additional details here: https://s.ul.com/4rcZsqK If you have any questions please contact us: https://s.ul.com/4jREb37

On December 18, 2025, MERCOSUR published Technical Regulation on Silicones for the Manufacture of Materials, Packaging, Coatings and Equipment Intended to Come into Contact with Food (GMC Res. No. 34 / 2025). This Regulation introduces a new positive list-based technical regulation specific to silicone materials intended for food contact, covering oils, resins, elastomers, additives, fillers, and monomers. This also modifies and excludes silicone-related provisions from previous GMC resolutions: • Silicones removed from: o Part V of Annex to GMC Res. 02/12 (plastics) o GMC Res. 28/99 (elastomers), including:  Silicone elastomers  Additives used exclusively for silicone elastomers  Related notes • Amendment to GMC Res. 27/99 (Adhesives): o New wording for point 2.1:  Adhesives may use substances from positive lists for:  Plastics  Plastic additives  Cellulosic materials  Elastomeric materials  Silicones All Mercosur member states must incorporate this resolution into their national laws by June 16, 2026. Read additional details here: https://s.ul.com/4sPBljp If you have any questions please contact us: https://s.ul.com/3YUlWR4

What an incredible few days at #Intersec! Customers from around the globe stopped by to share our insights into the challenges and opportunities in the built environment. What a lot of great conversations about working for a safer world! Thank you to everyone who took the time to say hello and learn more about our innovative services, global expertise and unrelenting commitment to safety science. You made this a big success. 👏

Mercosur and the Andean Community have published bans on the use of TPO and DMPT in cosmetics, due to reproductive toxicity and carcinogenic risks, following EU’s ban on the use of these substances. Read more about this update: https://s.ul.com/4pTjDZw

Annexes II, III, IV and V of the EU Cosmetics Regulation amended regarding the use of certain CMR substances in cosmetic products. Read more about this update: https://s.ul.com/3NtUwz3

On December 30, 2025, France enacted the Order of 28 December 2025, amending the 2021 regulation on maximum permitted plastic content in single-use cups. The measure extends the deadline for eliminating plastic from these cups from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2030, following the 2025 progress report that assessed technical feasibility. A new review will be conducted in 2028 to monitor substitution progress. From the revised 2030 deadline, a period is provided for the disposal of stocks of manufactured or imported cups, ensuring a gradual transition toward eliminating plastic in single-use cups while addressing practical implementation challenges. Read additional details here: https://s.ul.com/4sYpJL5 If you have any questions please contact us: https://s.ul.com/4raAMix

On December 12, 2025, the European Commission (EC) published Regulation (EU) 2025/2509 on the safety of toys and repealing Directive 2009/48/EC. This Regulation lays down rules on the safety of toys in order to ensure a high level of protection of the health and safety of children and other persons, taking due account of the precautionary principle, and rules on the free movement of toys in the Union. This Regulation enters into force on January 1, 2026 and becomes applicable from August 1, 2030. Until then, products may be placed on the market under the existing Toy Safety Directive. However, Articles 28 to 44 and Articles 49 to 55 shall apply from January 1, 2026. Read additional details here: https://s.ul.com/49YPJ16 If you have any questions please contact us: https://s.ul.com/45c24wu

New guidance documents addressing requirements of the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) [Regulation (EU) 2023/988] are posted on the EC webpage along with previously published guidance: • Commission Notice - Guidelines on the application of the EU general product safety legislative framework by businesses (new). • Commission Notice - Guidelines for the practical implementation of the Safety Business Gateway under Article 27(2) of Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (new). • EU General Product Safety Regulation - Frequently asked questions (FAQ) (previously published). Topics include: manufacturer and distributor responsibilities, definitions of safe products, safety risks, scope, labeling requirements, distance sales, online marketplace obligations, and recall procedures. Read additional details here: https://s.ul.com/49CYe1Z If you have any questions please contact us: https://s.ul.com/4jVPGXe