The European Union has issued several Council Implementing Regulations and Commission Implementing Regulations published on March 16, 2026. These include new restrictive measures related to cyber-attacks (Regulation 2026/589), actions against Ukraine (Regulation 2026/613), Russia's destabilising activities (Regulation 2026/647), and the situation in Iran (Regulation 2026/648). Concurrently, Commission Implementing Regulations address the denial of authorisation for a specific feed additive for cats and dogs (Regulation 2026/548), renewal of authorisation for another feed additive (Regulation 2026/549), amendments to official controls for animal products (Regulation 2026/551), and amendments to existing authorisations for feed additives for poultry (Regulation 2026/553).

Regulated entities, particularly those involved in international trade with or concerning the listed regions, and those in the animal feed and food production sectors, must review these regulations to ensure compliance with updated sanctions and feed additive requirements. Importers, exporters, and manufacturers should verify that their operations and products align with the new restrictive measures and the authorisation status of feed additives. Specific attention should be paid to the details within each regulation, as they may impose new obligations or restrictions on trade and product composition. Failure to comply with sanctions can result in significant penalties, and non-compliance with feed additive regulations can lead to product recalls and market access issues.