The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has added Bemotrizinol to the list of permitted active ingredients for OTC sunscreens. This marks the first new UV filter to be added to the U.S. OTC sunscreen monograph system in more than 20 years. Bemotrizinol...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has amended the color additive regulations (21 CFR Part 73) to allow the expanded use of Spirulina Extract and Beetroot Red as color additives exempt from certification in human food. Spirulina Extract: Expands the permitted...
The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has proposed a new regulatory measure to strengthen control over 1,4-dioxane in certain consumer products, with the aim of protecting consumers and the environment. Currently, the New York State Department...
The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has adopted a new regulatory measure adding nail products containing Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) to the list of Priority Products under the Safer Consumer Products program, with the aim of strengthening 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 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...
In California, the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is proposing to include nail products containing triphenyl phosphate (TPhP)—including coatings and artificial nails—on the Priority Products List. This designation would apply to any nail product that contains TPhP as an intentionally added ingredient, residual, or contaminant.
In February 2025, the Canadian government implemented changes to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist to enhance the safety of cosmetic products. The modifications include the addition of new restricted and prohibited ingredients, as well as adjustments to the permitted...
The FDA has announced a proposed regulation to establish standardized testing methods aimed at detecting and identifying the presence of asbestos in cosmetic products containing talc. This measure seeks to enhance consumer safety and prevent exposure to this...
The FDA has published Guidance for Industry. This guide includes the compliance policy for the registration of cosmetic product facilities and the listing of cosmetic products. And, it aims to help: Owners or operators of cosmetic product facilities, who are subject...
On October 13, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the SPL Implementation Guide. Following the presentation of the draft of this guide a few months ago in the context of MoCRA, the final version has now been published. This SLP (Structured Product...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued draft guidance on August 7. This guidance is produced pursuant to the US Cosmetics Regulatory Modernization Act of 2022 (MoCRA). And, it deals with cosmetic product facility registrations and product listings. The...