At a glance
10 September 2026
2 hours
1 Trainer
A practical introduction to Japan's multi-law industrial chemical control framework, focusing on CSCA, ISHA, PRTR Act, and PDSCA.
About event
This two-hour training provides a practical overview of Japan’s key chemical control laws: CSCA, ISHA, PRTR and PDSCA. Participants will learn how chemicals are regulated, which ministries are responsible for enforcement, and the triggers for key obligations including pre-market notifications, labelling and SDS requirements. The session will also cover enforcement mechanisms, chemical inventory searches, and the latest regulatory developments for 2026, including the evolving PFAS landscape.
Key topics:
- How chemicals are regulated across Chemical Substances Control Act (CSCA), Industrial Safety and Health Act (ISHA), PRTR Act, and the Poisonous & Deleterious Substances Control Act (PDSCA), and which ministry is responsible for each law
- Triggers of key obligations, such as who is subject to pre-market notification under CSCA and ISHA, and what triggers labelling or SDS obligations under ISHA, PRTR Act and PDSCA
- How enforcement works — inspection authority, penalties, and the roles of METI, MHLW and MOE
- Where to search chemical inventories
- Key regulatory developments in 2026, including the evolving PFAS picture
Why attend?
- A practical, decision-focused walkthrough for key chemical control laws
- A clear breakdown of where obligations interact across CSCA, ISHA, PRTR Act and PDSCA
- Most up-to-date information on regulatory developments
Who should attend?
- Regulatory and chemical compliance professionals
- Product stewardship managers
- Supply chain and quality managers handling Japan market entry
Is this a key topic of interest for your business? We can run this training course exclusively for your organization, as a tailored learning experience. Email us at events@chemicalwatch.com for more information
