China Moves to Strengthen Cosmetic Product Safety

China Moves to Strengthen Cosmetic Product Safety

Summary:China’s NIFDC has opened a public consultation on updates to cosmetic safety standards for mercury compounds, o-phenylphenol, and Acid Violet 43. Mercury: All mercury compounds, including phenylmercuric borate and thiomersal, would be fully banned, removing...
China Moves to Strengthen Cosmetic Product Safety

China to Strengthen Mercury Regulations

Summary:China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment has issued a draft proposal to ban 12 categories of mercury-containing products and phase out mercury-based catalysts in polyurethane production. From the 31st of December, bans would apply to certain...