EU environmental claims: Directive (EU) 2024/825 applies from 27 September 2026 Environmental claims can describe meaningful choices made by a cosmetic brand. They also need to tell consumers precisely what those choices concern. A statement about recyclable packaging should not create an unsupported impression of the product’s environmental performance. Similarly, a broad description like “green” […]
The European Commission is proposing to broaden the permitted use of micron-sized silver powder in cosmetic products following new scientific advice from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS). On 30 July 2026, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 concerning the use of
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Some regulatory questions are easy to answer. Others are not, especially when a product sits between categories and does not fit neatly into one legal definition. At CE.way, we recently looked at a product that raised exactly this kind of question: should it be treated as a general consumer product under the General Product Safety
EU Regulation (EU) 2026/909: New Restrictions for 12 Cosmetic Ingredients The European Commission has adopted Regulation (EU) 2026/909, updating the EU Cosmetics Regulation in line with new classifications under the CLP Regulation. This Omnibus update introduces simultaneous changes across Annex II, III, IV, V and VI, impacting key ingredient categories: UV filters, fragrances, preservatives and colourants. What to do now This
EU PFAS in Europe: Restriction Process Enters a Critical Phase The proposed EU-wide restriction on PFAS is moving forward, with ECHA’s RAC opinion now adopted and SEAC’s draft opinion open for consultation until 25 May 2026. ECHA has framed this as the final opportunity for stakeholders to comment before the proposal moves toward the European Commission. Why it matters Key takeaway
EU Omnibus Act VIII: new CMR bans and restrictions published The European Union has formally published Regulation (EU) 2026/78, the eighth annual “CMR Omnibus” regulation amending the EU Cosmetics Regulation. The text transposes the 22nd ATP of the CLP Regulation into cosmetic law and introduces extensive changes to Annexes II, III, IV and V. Key regulatory changes include: Timeline
The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) released final opinion on Methyl Salicylate (methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate). Based on the opinion of the European Risk Assessment Committee (RAC), which proposed new classification of Methyl Salicylate as Toxic for Reproduction Category 2 and as Skin sensitizer Category 1B, the SCCS considers Methyl Salicylate safe when used in cosmetic
The EU Commission published Commission Regulation (EU) 2021/850 amending Annexes II, III, IV and VI to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. This Regulation will apply from 1 October 2021. By Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/217 certain substances have been classified as CMR substances in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. Based on Article 15 of the
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On 18 February, the European Commission has published its final decision on titanium dioxide classification. The regulation classifies titanium dioxide as category 2 carcinogen by inhalation under EU Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. Background The European Commission issued a proposal for classification of titanium dioxide as a suspected carcinogen of category 2 by inhalation on 4
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EU cosmetics legislation Just as the cosmetic products and the technology behind them is always developing and evolving, so does the legislation which the manufacturers have to follow in order to be eligible to sell their products. Deciphering the demands of the legislation can often be challenging. In 2009, the EU has published a new Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009/EC,
