The EU Official Journal L series for February 20, 2026, contains several non-legislative acts and amendments to existing regulations. Notably, Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/366 makes imports of sodium benzoate originating in the People's Republic of China subject to registration. Other amendments include those to regulations on statistical information collection by the European Central Bank (Council Regulation (EU) 2026/415), emissions type-approval for heavy-duty vehicles (Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/361), and various implementing regulations concerning model certificates for product entry into the Union and Union authorisation of biocidal products.

Importers and manufacturers dealing with sodium benzoate from China will need to ensure compliance with the new registration requirements. Companies involved in heavy-duty vehicle manufacturing or import should review the updated emissions type-approval standards. Entities involved in the import of specific animal products or biocidal products should consult the relevant implementing regulations for updated certification and authorisation procedures. The effective dates for these regulations vary, with most being published on or around February 19-20, 2026.