EU New Safety Measures for Titanium Dioxide in Cosmetics According to the European Cosmetics Regulation, Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) is approved as a colorant and UV filter. However, the SCCS re-assessed its safety after classifying it as a Carcinogen Category 2 by inhalation. Key Updates: EU Implements New Restrictions on D4, D5, and D6 in Cosmetics […]
The European Union has recently enacted Regulation (EU) 2024/1328, amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH). This new regulation, effective from June 6, 2024, imposes critical restrictions on the use of three chemical substances: octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4), decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5), and dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6). Authorities have identified these substances as persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBT) or
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The cosmetics industry is undergoing significant regulatory updates worldwide, and Canada is at the forefront of these changes. The most recent revision, published on April 24, 2024, in the Canada Gazette, introduces substantial alterations to the disclosure of cosmetic ingredients. These revisions underscore Canada’s dedication to transparency, consumer safety, and alignment with international standards, making
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The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has taken a significant step towards environmental conservation by notifying the World Trade Organisation of a draft regulation to ban the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic in England. The proposed regulation, titled “Environmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (England) Regulations 2024,” is
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Managing the ever-changing global regulations can be daunting, but you can rely on us to simplify it. Our team closely monitors updates from all over the world to keep you well-informed and compliant. This month’s update will cover significant changes, including the latest amendments and bans impacting crucial cosmetic ingredients. EU NEWS EU Regulation 2024/996
