South Korea South Korea amends public notice on hazard and risk investigations for new chemical substances under OSH Act

South Korea amends public notice on hazard and risk investigations for new chemical substances under OSH Act

On April 24, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor (MOEL) enforced a partial amendment to the Public Notice on Investigations, etc. of Hazards and Risks of New Chemical Substances.

Author / Responsibility

AOKI Kenji

Senior Consultant, EnviX Ltd.
General Director, E&H Consulting Co., Ltd.

Business Performance

Expertise in EHS (environment, health and safety) consulting in ASEAN region.
- Environmental regulations updating
- Chemical regulations consulting

Background

MSc in Earth Science, The University of Tokyo

AOKI Kenji