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France Raises Red Flag on Hair Straighteners Containing Glyoxylic Acid

On 23 January 2025, the French National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES), in collaboration with the General Directorate for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF) and the General Directorate for Health (DGS), issued a critical warning regarding the use of hair straightening products containing glyoxylic acid. This action follows […]

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March regulatory roundup

UK  UK REACH Fee Changes Effective April 2025 The UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has officially updated the UK REACH registration fees, effective April 1, 2025. Under UK REACH, all chemical substances imported or manufactured at quantities above 1 tonne per year must be registered. The revised fees are: The fees began at around £1,655 previously, meaning businesses

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February regulatory roundup

EU France Officially Bans PFAS in Cosmetics On February 20, 2025, the French National Assembly officially adopted a law banning perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetics. The legislation prohibits manufacturing, importing, exporting, and selling cosmetics, textiles, and waxes containing PFAS from January 1, 2026. This action establishes France as a leader in PFAS regulation, setting a precedent for wider EU initiatives.

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Navigating 2025 EU Cosmetic Regulations: Key Deadlines and Compliance Strategies

The year 2025 will significantly change the European cosmetics industry due to new compliance deadlines established by Regulation 2024/996 and the OMNIBUS nano and VII regulations. These updates will introduce new bans, ingredient restrictions, and labeling requirements that will impact formulators, brands, and regulatory professionals. At CE.way, we are committed to assisting you in navigating

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Talc Classified as Carcinogen 1B: Implications for the Cosmetic Industry

Talc has long been a staple in the cosmetic industry, valued for its soft texture, absorbent properties, and ability to enhance product feel. However, recent regulatory developments in the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) are raising concerns over its safety, with potential bans and new compliance measures on the horizon. EU Regulatory

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January regulatory roundup

EU EU Proposes New Classifications for Key Ingredients The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has proposed harmonized classifications and labeling for three ingredients used in cosmetics: If adopted, these changes could restrict or ban the use of some ingredients. Stay prepared to adjust your formulations! Homosalate: New UV Filter Concentration Limits in the EU Starting 1 January 2025, stricter

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December regulatory roundup

EU NEWS New EU Restrictions on Triclocarban and Triclosan in Cosmetics Effective 31 December 2024, Regulation (EU) 2024/996 introduces new restrictions on the preservatives Triclocarban and Triclosan for new products placed on the market. Products already on the market must comply by 31 October 2025. Key Updates:  ECHA Identifies Climbazole as an Environmental Endocrine Disruptor On 4 December 2024, the ECHA

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FDA Proposes New Rule on Testing of Asbestos in Cosmetic Products Containing Talc

On December 26, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took a major step toward better consumer protection with a proposed new rule under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). Today’s proposed rule, “Testing Methods for Detecting and Identifying Asbestos in Talc-Containing Cosmetic Products,” proposes standardizing the methods by which asbestos contamination is detected

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