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January 4, 2026 Regulatory Update

Saudi Arabia

SASO Replaces the JEEM1 System with Certification Applications via the Saudi Business Center

SASO has discontinued JEEM1. All certification applications must now be submitted via the Saudi Business Center, with MANEH supporting compliance assessments.

December 31, 2025 Regulatory Update

Great Britain

UK: Mandatory Drone Class Marking Enforcement from 1 January 2026

From 1 Jan 2026, all new drones sold in the UK must carry a UK class mark (UK0–UK6), with the CAA enforcing compliance for market access.

India BIS/ISI Regulatory Update: Upcoming Quality Control Orders for 2026

December 31, 2025 Regulatory Update India

India

India BIS/ISI Regulatory Update: Upcoming Quality Control Orders for 2026

India BIS QCOs for 2026 mandate certification for textiles, furniture, electrical appliances, and chemicals; compliance required by listed dates.

December 30, 2025 Regulatory Update

European Union

Cybersecurity Becomes a CE-Marking Requirement

EU Cyber Resilience Act applies from 11 Dec 2027, per Regulation (EU) 2024/2847, making cybersecurity mandatory for CE marking.

December 29, 2025 Regulatory Update France

France

France Introduces New PFAS Restrictions – Effective January 2026

France bans PFAS in many products from Jan 2026; strict limits, exemptions, and 12‑month transition for pre‑2026 stock apply.

December 15, 2025 Regulatory Update

Saudi Arabia

SASO Announces Key HS Code Updates on SABER Platform for Metals and Alloys

SASO updates HS codes for metals, alloys, and shelves on SABER; effective Dec 15, 2025, with compliance required within 30 days.

December 13, 2025 Regulatory Update

European Union

EU Unveils New Toy Safety Regulation: What You Need to Know (2026 Update)

EU Toy Safety Regulation 2025/2509 strengthens chemical, physical, and digital toy safety, adds a Digital Product Passport, effective 2026.

December 1, 2025 Regulatory Update Kuwait

Kuwait

Kuwait Introduces Mandatory Energy Efficiency Regulation for Water Heaters

Kuwait mandates energy efficiency rules for water heaters under KWS 1903:2025, requiring MEPS, EE labels and TABEK registration from 30 Nov 2026.

November 28, 2025 Regulatory Update

European Union

EU Delays Revised CLP Regulation to 1 January 2028

EU delays revised CLP Regulation to 1 Jan 2028, giving businesses extra time to comply with labelling, packaging, and online sales rules.

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Regulatory Updates

SASO Replaces the JEEM1 System with Certification Applications via the Saudi Business Center

UK: Mandatory Drone Class Marking Enforcement from 1 January 2026

India BIS/ISI Regulatory Update: Upcoming Quality Control Orders for 2026

Cybersecurity Becomes a CE-Marking Requirement

France Introduces New PFAS Restrictions – Effective January 2026

SASO Announces Key HS Code Updates on SABER Platform for Metals and Alloys

EU Unveils New Toy Safety Regulation: What You Need to Know (2026 Update)

Kuwait Introduces Mandatory Energy Efficiency Regulation for Water Heaters

EU Delays Revised CLP Regulation to 1 January 2028

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