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flag New Zealand seeks public input on banning or limiting three toxic chemicals by Dec. 16, 2026, to meet global environmental standards and protect health.

flag New Zealand is seeking public feedback on proposed restrictions for three new Persistent Organic Pollutants—chlorpyrifos, MCCPs, and LC-PFCAs—added to the Stockholm Convention. flag These chemicals, known for their persistence, long-range travel, and buildup in organisms, pose serious health and environmental risks. flag The Environmental Protection Authority is consulting on bans or limits in agriculture, industry, and consumer products, with rules set to take effect December 16, 2026. flag Public input will help shape exemptions while ensuring compliance with international obligations and protecting people and ecosystems.

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