Chemical Industry: Facing a Mix of Regulatory Challenges

Three major regulatory issues -- REACH, FCPA and homeland security -- raise new challenges for the chemical industry. Carolyn J. Buller, chair of the Global Chemicals Practice at Squire, Sanders & Dempsey, believes companies should consider proactive steps now to mitigate negative impacts on global competitiveness. James C. Diggs, senior vice president and general counsel of PPG Industries, a leading chemical products company with operations in more than 20 countries, agrees and also suggests that properly prepared companies may realize new advantages from these challenges.

By Counsel to Counsel Editor John M. Toth