Regulatory Compliance

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Addressing Environmental Challenges with Expertise and Innovation

In a world grappling with serious environmental challenges, Sun Chemical stands at the forefront of promoting sustainability. Recognized for our leadership in regulatory compliance, we’re dedicated to helping brands navigate the complexities of global regulations, ensuring both consumer safety and environmental protection.

Our Commitment: Beyond Compliance to Sustainability

At Sun Chemical, we believe in proactive measure; not just meeting standards but setting them. Our significant investment in research and development underlines this commitment. By adopting a balanced scorecard approach for supplier evaluation, we focus on reducing environmental footprints, promoting responsible sourcing, and upholding strict safety standards.

 

Engaging with Industry Leaders for a Sustainable Future

Collaboration is key to our success. We actively partner with organizations like EcoVadis, the Responsible Mica Initiative, and the Sustainable Palm Oil Organization. These alliances ensure that our supply chain reflects our dedication to corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices.

 

Current-Past-Regulatory-Newsletter-CoversStay Informed with Our Regulatory Newsletters

Navigating regulatory updates can be daunting. That’s why we offer our customers Sun Chemical’s regulatory newsletters – a free, valuable resource to keep you abreast of the latest global regulatory changes. These newsletters cover a wide range of standards, including:

  • International safety standards like ASTM F963 and ISO 8124-5:2015
  • Regional and national regulations from the EU, U.S., China, Japan, and more
  • Specific industry guidelines for food packaging, cosmetics, and toys

 

Subscribe Now for Cutting-Edge Compliance Insights

Stay informed with the latest developments in regulations from around the world featured in our Autumn 2026 Newsletter. Our coverage includes a range of critical updates on substances that could impact health and the environment. These updates and more are part of our commitment to keeping you at the forefront of global chemical regulation changes. Explore our newsletter for detailed insights into how these developments could affect your operations and compliance strategies.

Latest Autumn 2026 Newsletter Highlights:

  • The regulatory landscape for chemicals, food contact materials (FCMs) and related products continues
    to evolve, with focus on hazard management, supply chain transparency and regulatory simplification. The European Commission is proposing stricter requirements for recycled plastics, while Germany launched preparations for the 2031 evaluation of its Printing Ink Ordinance. Argentina updated its food contact plastics positive list. and new legislation was introduced in the United States seeking prohibition of PFAS, phthalates, bisphenols and other substances in food packaging.

  • In the EU several significant developments may affect the chemical and printing ink sectors. These
    include ongoing discussions on PFAS restrictions, renewed classification activities for substances such
    as TMP (Propylidynetrimethanol) and synthetic amorphous silica, implementation of the One Substance
    One Assessment framework, and preparation for future Digital Product Passport requirements.

  • Globally, a number of recent developments have underlined the continued expansion of regulatory
    obligations and the importance of compliance strategies for companies operating internationally.

Sun Chemical: Your Ally in Meeting Global Packaging Standards

Providing You with a Guide to Food Safety Compliance

In the intricate world of product packaging, where time-to-market pressures, consumer appeal, and customization reign supreme, there’s one aspect that overshadows them all: Food Safety Compliance. At Sun Chemical, we understand that as a brand owner, the safety and compliance of your packaging are paramount. With regulations tightening globally and the demand for low migration solutions escalating, navigating these waters can be overwhelming.

Our comprehensive guide on Energy Curable Ink Solutions provides a roadmap in a sea of complexity. This guide illuminates the path to compliance, safety, and excellence in packaging design.

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Sensitive Packaging Compliance

We’re not just ink suppliers; we’re pioneers in regulatory compliance, ensuring your packaging adheres to the strictest global standards.

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Migration Compliant Printing Inks

Whether it’s UV, EB, flexo, or LED inks, our diverse portfolio is designed to address every printing process, keeping brand owners and consumers safe.

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Direct Food Contact Inks and Coatings

Understand how different foodstuffs dictate packaging requirements and how our inks rise to meet these specific needs.

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Elevated Temperature Packaging

Backed by extensive R&D, our energy curable inks are crafted to meet your unique needs, like elevated temperature packaging, providing unmatched pressroom performance.

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SunSustain Series: Understanding Terms

Read our latest newsletter which discusses how Sun Chemical defines “sustainable development” and explains our sustainable development strategy and approach.

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Additional Resources

Understanding Nitrocellulose
Regulatory Information Note on Perfluoroalkyl Chemicals (PFAs) - September 2023
Regulatory Compliance for Digital Textiles
WhitePaper: The Search for a Red 3 Replacement
Green Initiative Recognition for Sun Chemical in Ecuador
Packaging Strategies Podcast: Nitrocellulose - Balancing Performance and Sustainability in Packaging Inks and Coatings