Canada cosmetics allergens

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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Canada – proposed requirement for fragrance allergen ingredient labelling

At the end of February, Canada notified to the World Trade Organisation (WHO) the proposal to amend the Cosmetics Regulations, which includes: This proposal is open for comments until the end of April. The requirement to include fragrance allergens on cosmetic labels would come into force two years after publication in the Canada Gazette, Part

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