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. […]
In today’s highly competitive and increasingly regulated cosmetics industry, ensuring that your products meet regional and international standards is critical to success. One area of particular importance for sunscreen manufacturers is water resistance testing—a feature highly sought after by consumers and rigorously scrutinized by regulatory bodies. At CE.way, we specialize in helping cosmetic companies navigate
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EU NEWS Reminder: New Labelling Rules for Cosmetics Containing Certain Preservatives Come into Force Starting July 31, 2024, regulatory authorities will enforce new labeling regulations for cosmetics containing formaldehyde-releasing preservatives. Here’s what you need to know: What’s Changing? Key Dates: Important Note: Action Required: Ensure your product labels are updated to reflect this new threshold
On June 26, the Quebec government published the final version of the regulations about the Language of Commerce and Business under the Charter of the French Language. These regulations, which relate to signage, publicity, trademarks, and consumer product labels, are crucial for businesses operating in Quebec, including those in the cosmetic industry. Cosmetics Alliance Canada
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The European Commission, in a move to ensure transparency and global cooperation, notified the World Trade Organization about the draft amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, signaling significant changes for the cosmetic industry. This amendment involves the addition of newly classified CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction) substances under the Omnibus Act VII (Commission
EU New EU Template for Product Recall Notices The European Commission has introduced a new standardized template for product recall notices under Implementing Regulation 2024/1435. This regulation, published on 27 May 2024, mandates a consistent format and content for recall notices, effective from 13 December 2024. Key Points Important Aspects Action Required Businesses must update
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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