The public consultation on the proposed harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) of Ethylhexyl Dimethyl PABA, a UV filter used in sunscreens, has started. ECHA has announced Spain's intention to classify Ethylhexyl Dimethyl PABA (CAS No. 21245-02-3, EC No....
At its September meeting, the Socio-Economic Analysis Committee (SEAC) of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) adopted its final opinion on the proposed restriction of Octocrylene, a UV filter widely used in cosmetic products. The committee concludes that the proposed...
The Standing Committee on Cosmetic Products has voted on the two draft Commission Regulations amending the Annexes to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. Both texts received a favourable opinion. Silver The approved text is identical to the draft. CMR substances and other...
The FDA has published Final Administrative Order OTC000008‑1, which amends OTC Monograph M020 on sunscreens. This order removes Aminobenzoic acid (PABA) and Trolamine salicylate from the list of active ingredients recognised as safe and effective (GRASE). From the...
The RAC has adopted its opinion on the proposal for the harmonised classification of Rosin, Rosin, hydrogenated and Rosin Oligomers, ingredients derived from a natural resin obtained from pine trees and used in cosmetics primarily in depilatory products, make-up and...
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia has reviewed 4-methylbenzylidene camphor (4-MBC), a substance used as a UV filter in some sunscreens, which is currently prohibited in cosmetic products in the European Union due to its potential...
IFRA has published the End of Consultation Letter corresponding to the 52nd Amendment to the IFRA Standards, following the conclusion of the public consultation period on 12 June 2026. The document outlines the main comments received during the consultation and the...