Cyclamal Group – RAC Opinion
The RAC has published its opinion on the proposed classification of the cyclamal group, a set of five aromatic substances that ECHA decided to assess jointly due to their high structural similarity. The cyclamal group, consisting of p-cymene...
Guide to Regulation (EU) 2023/988 – General Product Safety
On 21 November 2025, the European Commission published updated official guidelines that help interpret Regulation (EU) 2023/988 and ensure its correct application. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 is the European framework for the safety of consumer products, replacing the...
Cannabidiol (CBD) – Preliminary Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Preliminary Opinion (SCCS/1685/25) on the use of Cannabidiol in cosmetic products. Following the mandate from the European Commission, the SCCS has published its preliminary opinion on the safety of...
Thiomersal and Phenylmercuric salts – Preliminary Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Preliminary Opinion (SCCS/1686/25) on the use of Thiomersal and Phenylmercuric salts in cosmetic products. Following a mandate from the European Commission, the SCCS has published its preliminary...
UK England – New law bans plastic-containing wet wipes to protect rivers and seas
A new regulation in England bans the sale of wet wipes containing plastic in order to reduce pollution in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. Wet wipes with plastic are a major source of waste and release microplastics when flushed down the toilet. According to UK Water...
BHA – Preliminary Scientific Advice
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Preliminary Scientific Advice (SCCS/1682/25) on the use of Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) in cosmetic products. Following a mandate from the European Commission, the SCCS has published its...
Basic Brown 16 – Preliminary Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Preliminary Opinion (SCCS/1684/25) on the use of Basic Brown 16 (C009) in hair dye cosmetic products. Following the mandate of the European Commission, the SCCS has published its preliminary opinion...
Basic Blue 99 – Preliminary Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Preliminary Opinion (SCCS/1683/25) on the use of Basic Blue 99 (C059) in hair dye cosmetic products. Following the mandate of the European Commission, the SCCS has published its preliminary opinion...
Sodium Fluoride – Proposal for Harmonised Classification and Labelling (CLH)
France has submitted a Proposal for Harmonised Classification and Labelling (CLH) for the ingredient sodium fluoride. Sodium fluoride (CAS: 7681-49-4 / EC: 231-667-8) is an inorganic salt used in toothpastes and mouthwashes to prevent cavities, clean teeth, and help...
Tea Tree Oil – Final Opinion
The SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) has published its Final Opinion (SCCS/1681/25) on the use of Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil) as an ingredient in cosmetic products. Following the preliminary opinion published on 6 June 2025, the SCCS...
Correction of errors in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
There have been two corrections to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, published recently. Correction of 6 November: On page 36, in the Annex, point 1 (adding entry 325 to Annex III to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009), the following is amended: for: Chemical Name/INN:...
Ukraine publishes a revised version of its EU-harmonised cosmetics regulation
Ukraine publishes a revision of its Technical Regulation on Cosmetic Products to align it with the EU’s Regulation 1223/2009. Ukraine has submitted a new notification to the WTO announcing a revision of its Technical Regulation on Cosmetic Products, with the aim of...