Test proposal
ECHA presents a series of substances and hazard parameters for which information and scientific studies are requested. Below are the ingredients used in cosmetics on which the test proposal is made: 1,2,4-trimethylbenzene (CAS: 95-63-6, INCI: TRIMETHYLBENZENE)...
Consultation on harmonized classification and labeling
ECHA opens a consultation on the classification and labeling of listed substances. The progress of a proposal can be tracked through the CLH process, from notification of intent to adoption of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) opinion. The ingredient collected in...
Meeting of the Working Group on Cosmetic Ingredients
On September 14 and 15, 2023, the SCCS Working Group on Cosmetic Ingredients met. In this meeting the following points were discussed: Draft opinions discussed: TiO2 – Scientific advice on oral and inhalation cosmetic products. Triphenylphosphate (TPP) ...
Meeting of the Working Group on Nanomaterials
On September 18, 2023, the SCCS Working Group on Nanomaterials met. In this meeting the following points were discussed: Information from the Commission and members of the SCCS: Hydroxypatite IV (nano) New coatings for TiO2 as UV filter (nano) MicroSilver Final...
Microplastics – Regulation 2023/2055 amending the REACH Regulation
The Commission Regulation amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical Substances (REACH) has been published as regards synthetic polymer...
Consultation on harmonized classification and labeling
ECHA opens a consultation on the classification and labeling of listed substances. The progress of a proposal can be followed through the CLH process, from notification of intent to adoption of the opinion of the Risk Assessment Committee (RAC). The ingredients...
Methyl salicylate – Final opinion
The SCCS has published the final opinion on children's exposure to Methyl Salicylate. The preliminary opinion was published on May 16. In opinion SCCS/1633/21, the Committee concluded that Methyl Salicytate in toothpaste is safe for children under 6 years of age...
CLH registration of intentions
The Classification and Labeling Intentions Register (CLH) lists the intentions and proposals received by ECHA for a new or revised harmonized classification and labeling of a substance. The progress of a proposal can be followed through the CLH process, from...
France – Decree No. 2023-837 on bulk products
On August 30, 2023, France published Decree No. 2023-837, which establishes the list of products that cannot be sold in bulk for public health reasons. This comes into force one day after its publication. This French Decree is aimed at consumer-friendly retailers...
CLP – Support from the ENVI Committee of the European Parliament for the review project
On September 12, 2023, the members of the Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) supported the draft report on the review of legislation 1272/2008 on classification, labeling and packaging of chemical substances (CLP). The ENVI Commission...
Identification of substances of very high concern
Substances identified as being of very high concern (SVHC) are listed along with the proposing authority and the reason for their concern. Substances that can have serious, and often irreversible, effects on human health and the environment can be identified as...
Testing proposal
ECHA presents a series of substances and hazard parameters for which information and scientific studies are requested. Next, the ingredient used in cosmetics on which the test proposal is made is named: 3-mercaptopropionic acid (CAS: 107-96-0, INCI:...