Following France’s proposal to restrict the use of Octocrylene in cosmetic products, ECHA has initiated the corresponding regulatory process and launched a public consultation to assess whether to restrict its use.
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Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) nano and non-nano – Mandate
On September 18, 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) received a Mandate from the European Commission to assess the safety of Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) in cosmetic products.
Microplastics – Draft Amendments to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
The European Commission presents a draft Regulation to amend Annex XVII to REACH and strengthen the regulation of synthetic polymer microparticles (microplastics).
Packaging and Packaging Waste – Draft Regulation
ECHA has launched a Call for Evidence to gather information for preparing a study report under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
Trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate – Consultations on Harmonized Classification and Labeling (CLH)
Norway has submitted a classification and labeling consultation for the ingredient 1-isopropyl-2,2-dimethyltrimethylene diisobutyrate (Trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate).
Accessible Labeling – Draft Royal Decree
Spain notifies the WTO of a Draft Royal Decree on the accessible labelling of consumer products.
Regulatory restriction process of PFAS
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the timeline of the regulatory process regarding the restriction of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which are highly persistent in the environment and of concern for health.
Update of the Borderline Manual on Cosmetic Products – Version 5.5
The European Commission has published version 5.5 of the Borderline Manual on the application of the Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, with new inclusions and clarifications in product regulation.
Rosin – Proposal for Harmonised Classification and Labelling (CLH)
Norway has submitted a Classification and Labeling Proposal for the ingredients Rosin; colophony, Rosin, hydrogenated, Rosin, oligomers.
Washington limits the use of formaldehyde in cosmetic products
On August 28, 2025, the Washington State Department of Ecology adopted a new chapter, Chapter 173-339 WAC: Restrictions on Cosmetic Products, in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). This restricts the manufacture, sale, and distribution of cosmetic products that...