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Responsible Care and Supply Chain Ethics: What the 2026 Crisis Reveals About Supplier Responsibility
The 2026 Hormuz crisis became an unexpected test of Responsible Care principles across the chemical industry. This article explains why supplier behaviour during disruptions can provide procurement teams with valuable insight beyond traditional sustainability audits.
The Make America Healthy Again Movement and Chemical Regulation: What C&EN's Analysis Confirms
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EU REACH Omnibus: What Has Been Proposed and What the Timeline Looks Like
The proposed EU REACH Omnibus revision remains one of the most closely watched regulatory developments for the chemical industry. This guide explains the legislative process, the current stage of the proposal and what procurement teams should monitor as the revision progresses.
TSCA Week 1 Post-Expiry Assessment: Chemical Companies Face Longer EPA Review Timelines
With the TSCA fee authority ending on June 22, chemical firms must brace for extended EPA review periods under the OPPT framework. This post outlines what companies can expect in the next 12 months and highlights key compliance steps before the 2026 TSCA reauthorization debate.
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