Following a publication of the opinion of the European Food Safety Authority, the European Commission has drafted a new initiative that aims to ban bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols and their derivatives in food contact materials (FCM). ), including plastic and...
On June 24, 2024, the European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a new regulation modifying the use of carcinogenic, mutagenic or reproductively toxic substances (CMR) in cosmetic products. This new regulation, known as Omnibus Law VII, aims to...
On May 31, 2024, the Council of State validated the ban on the use of the “biodegradable” claim after a cancellation of the application by the Federation of Responsible Hygiene and Maintenance (FHR) and the Federation of Beauty Companies (Febea). These federations...
On June 20, 2024, the 8th plenary meeting of the SCCS took place. Of the points raised on the meeting agenda, the following were discussed: On the one hand, the final opinions and/or comments on opinions of cosmetic ingredients were discussed: Acetylated vetiver oil...