South Korea proposes stipulated quantities for 38 substances

On July 29, 2026, South Korea’s National Institute of Chemical Safety (NICS) issued an advance administrative notice of a proposed amendment to the Regulations on Stipulated Quantities of Hazardous Chemicals (NICS Announcement No. 2026-77). Under the Chemical Substances Control Act, stipulated quantities serve as thresholds for safety-management requirements, including the preparation of Chemical Accident Prevention and Management Plans, business permits, and reporting.