The SCCS has published a preliminary scientific advice (SCCS/1687/25) on the safety of Silver in cosmetic products. Following a mandate from the European Commission, the safety of Silver (CAS: 7440-22-4 / EC: 231-131-3) (CI 77820), used as a colourant in cosmetic...
IFRA has launched a public consultation on the latest update to its Safe Use Programme, focused on the 52nd Amendment to the IFRA Standards, the fragrance industry’s risk management system. The 51st Amendment of the IFRA Standards is currently in force. The...
The General Directorate of Medicines, Foods and Health Products (DIGEMAPS) has presented the Technical Regulation governing the marketing of cosmetic, personal care and household products in the Dominican Republic. This new regulatory framework aims to ensure the...
On 18 November 2025, the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) held a meeting of the Nanomaterials Working Group. During the session, the following items were discussed: Synthetic Amorphous Silica – SAS (nano): The official mandate was presented to SCCS...
The European Commission has proposed a new Regulation to strengthen the control of drug precursors, with the aim of combating the illegal production of narcotic drugs while facilitating legitimate business activities. The initiative, which forms part of the European...
Sweden has submitted a Proposal for Classification and Labelling (CLH) for the ingredient Silver chloride. The ingredient Silver chloride (CAS: 7783-90-6 / EC: 232-033-3), a preservative used in cosmetic products, is not currently listed in Annex VI of the CLP...