This regulation requires that manufacturers have a duty of care to provide safe products to the consumer, undertaking the necessary risk assessments evaluating the safety of the product, providing sufficient usage instructions and applicable warnings, ensuring product traceability and providing contact details on the product should the consumer have any questions on the use and […]
The increasing scrutiny around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals,” has prompted a wave of regulatory actions and industry responses within the cosmetics sector. PFAS, used for their water-resistant and long-lasting properties, are now under regulatory review due to their potential health risks and environmental impact. Understanding and adapting to the evolving
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On September 24, 2024, New York took a pioneering step: It became the first state in the U.S. to adopt regulations reducing the presence of 1,4-dioxane, a synthetic chemical linked to health risks, in household and personal care products, including cosmetics. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that these regulations are designed to protect
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The European Commission has published a draft for the 23rd Adaptation to Technical Progress (ATP) of the CLP Regulation (Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008). This update, essential to the cosmetic industry, introduces new and revised entries for classifying and labeling 32 substances, including eight relevant cosmetics. Essential Cosmetic Substances Under Review These substances are listed in
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EU News EU Issues Draft Regulation on Cosmetic Ingredients: New Classifications May Lead to Restrictions On 25 September 2024, the European Union issued a draft Regulation representing the 23rd Adaptation to Technical and Scientific Progress (ATP) under the Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) Regulation. This draft focuses on classifying eight chemical substances, several of which are widely used in cosmetics and other sectors.
