{"id":9541,"date":"2025-07-28T12:39:49","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T10:39:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/regulatory.cosmeticsinmind.com\/blog\/regulation-1223-2009-review-key-legal-changes-for-the-cosmetics-industry\/"},"modified":"2025-07-28T13:45:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T11:45:16","slug":"regulation-1223-2009-review-key-legal-changes-for-the-cosmetics-industry","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/regulatory.cosmeticsinmind.com\/en\/blog\/regulation-1223-2009-review-key-legal-changes-for-the-cosmetics-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Regulation 1223\/2009 review: key legal changes for the cosmetics industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4 data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3978\">The European Commission has proposed a revision of Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009, aiming to modernise the regulatory framework for cosmetic products. This initiative is part of a broader simplification effort that also affects Regulations No 1272\/2008 and 2019\/1009.<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4145\">The goal is to improve cosmetic regulatory compliance and reduce unnecessary administrative burdens for both companies and authorities. Key proposed updates include:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4305\"><strong data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4221\">1. Clarification of obligations and removal of redundant requirements.<\/strong><br data-start=\"4221\" data-end=\"4224\" \/>Existing obligations are defined more clearly, simplifying compliance procedures.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4499\"><strong data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4360\">2. Update to Article 15 regarding CMR substances.<\/strong><br data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4363\" \/>The exemption process for the use of substances classified as CMR in cosmetics is revised to address issues encountered in recent years:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul data-start=\"4503\" data-end=\"4975\">\n<li data-start=\"4503\" data-end=\"4590\">\n<p data-start=\"4505\" data-end=\"4590\">Substances no longer need to be authorised for food use to be approved for cosmetics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4594\" data-end=\"4667\">\n<p data-start=\"4596\" data-end=\"4667\">Alternatives must be realistic and beneficial for all parties involved.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4671\" data-end=\"4795\">\n<p data-start=\"4673\" data-end=\"4795\">Natural extracts containing CMR-classified substances will not be automatically banned, but must be evaluated by the SCCS.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4799\" data-end=\"4876\">\n<p data-start=\"4801\" data-end=\"4876\">The ban will only apply if the CMR classification involves dermal exposure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4880\" data-end=\"4975\">\n<p data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"4975\">New deadlines: 12 months to place the product on the market, 24 months for full availability.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"4975\"><strong data-start=\"4980\" data-end=\"5043\">3. New article for adding ingredients to Annexes IV, V and VI.<\/strong><br data-start=\"5043\" data-end=\"5046\" \/>A streamlined process is introduced to facilitate the inclusion of new colourants, preservatives and UV filters, encouraging innovation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5187\" data-end=\"5372\"><strong data-start=\"5187\" data-end=\"5260\">4. Removal of specific pre-notification for products with nanomaterials.<\/strong><br data-start=\"5260\" data-end=\"5263\" \/>The requirement under Article 16 is eliminated, simplifying product registration without compromising safety.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5377\" data-end=\"5534\"><strong data-start=\"5377\" data-end=\"5434\">5. Digitalisation of the glossary of common ingredients.<\/strong><br data-start=\"5434\" data-end=\"5437\" \/>A digital format will ensure accurate and consistent labelling while minimising regulatory risks.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5536\" data-end=\"5664\">Annex I is also updated to reinforce requirements related to product stability, nanomaterial toxicology, and key technical data.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5671\" data-end=\"5839\">At <strong data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5704\">regulatory cosmeticsinMind<\/strong>, we provide up-to-date regulatory intelligence so that cosmetic brands can adapt quickly to legal changes. Our platform allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5841\" data-end=\"6026\">\n<li data-start=\"5841\" data-end=\"5902\">\n<p data-start=\"5843\" data-end=\"5902\">Access all relevant EU cosmetic legislation in one place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5903\" data-end=\"5962\">\n<p data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5962\">Search by date, document type, or regulatory authority.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5963\" data-end=\"6026\">\n<p data-start=\"5965\" data-end=\"6026\">Stay informed with alerts and reliable technical information.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"7223\" data-end=\"7422\">Stay compliant, avoid sanctions, and keep your legal documentation up to date with the support of a professional, easy-to-use platform. <strong>Start your free trial today: <a href=\"https:\/\/regulatory.cosmeticsinmind.com\/landing-trial\/\">www.regulatory.cosmeticsinmind.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7223\" data-end=\"7422\">Sources:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"7223\" data-end=\"7422\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/members.wto.org\/crnattachments\/2025\/TBT\/EEC\/25_04626_00_e.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full proposal<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7223\" data-end=\"7422\"><a href=\"https:\/\/members.wto.org\/crnattachments\/2025\/TBT\/EEC\/25_04626_01_e.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Annex I<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The European Commission has proposed a revision of Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009, aiming to modernise the regulatory framework for cosmetic products. 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