The scientific opinion of the SCCS of the cosmetic ingredient Sodium Bromothymol Blue (C186) on its safety in colorants is requested. The cosmetic Sodium Bromothymol Blue (C186) (CAS No. 34722-90-2, EC No. 252-169-7) with the chemical name 'Sodium α-...
A draft of the implementation of the act on the Commission Regulation amending Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council regarding the use of certain UV filters in cosmetic products has been published. Previously, from February 04 to...
On March 4, the meeting of the SCCS Working Group on methodologies took place. The following topics were discussed at this meeting: SSCS Review of Notes of Guidance New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to address local inhalation effects in case of complex natural...
On February 24, the meeting of the SCCS Working Group on methodologies took place. The following topics were discussed at this meeting: SSCS Review of Notes of Guidance New science program The next group meeting will take place on March 4, 2022. You can view the full...
Spain has made a proposal for a harmonized classification of the ingredient Biphenyl-2-ol; 2-phenylphenol; 2-hydroxybiphenyl. The ingredient with CAS 90-43-7 is used in cosmetics for its function as a preservative. Currently, it is regulated within Annex V point 7 of...
Heads of state, environment ministers and other representatives from 175 nations have endorsed a landmark resolution at the United Nations Environment Assembly to end plastic pollution and forge a legally binding international agreement by 2024. The 5th United Nations...
The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has joined a group of 36 cosmetics and personal care companies to form the EcoBeautyScore Consortium with the aim of developing an environmental impact assessment and scoring system for the entire cosmetics industry. It...
On March 1, the meeting of the working group on cosmetic products took place. The items scheduled for this meeting are as follows: Vote Results on UV Filters and Labeling of Formaldehyde Releasers MNM Adoption CMR omnibus acts Endocrine disruptors Upcoming regulations...
On February 18, 2022, Brazil notified the WTO of Resolution number 600, dated February 9, 2022. This Resolution establishes the list of allowed ultraviolet filters for personal hygiene products, cosmetics and perfumes. In addition, it internalizes Resolution No....
On February 8 and 9, the meeting of the SCCS Working Group on cosmetic ingredients took place. During the meeting, various points related to new mandates or information from DG Grow, draft opinions and comments on opinions were discussed. First of all, the following...
A harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) intent has been submitted for Glycol (Ethane-1,2-diol). The Netherlands has submitted an intention for the classification of Ethane-1,2-diol (CAS: 107-21-1), registered under the REACH regulation: Suspected of damaging...
A harmonized classification and labeling (CLH) intent has been submitted for Heliotropin (Piperonal). Ireland has submitted an intent to classify Piperonal (CAS: 120-57-0), registered under the REACH regulation: Reproductive toxicity On January 6th, 2022, the...