Acetophenone – SCCS mandate

Acetophenone – SCCS mandate

The SCCS was mandated to review the safety of Acetophenone as a Natural Complex Substance (NCS) in cosmetics, given that the concentration doesn’t surpass 0.1% (100 ppm) in a finished cosmetic product. This is following the proposal to class this substance as a CMR 1...
Acetophenone – SCCS mandate

Call for interest – Usage check

A usage check is being requested for the ingredients below. They are currently undergoing review for either reprotoxic or endocrine disrupting purposes. Below is a list of ingredients which are undergoing review. Companies are requested to complete usage checks....
GB Mandatory Classification and Labelling Update

GB Mandatory Classification and Labelling Update

The World Trade Organisation (WTO) was notified of the updated ‘making available’ date by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). A new update is presented in the GB Mandatory CLP. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) had notified the World Trade Organisation (WTO)...
Revision of banned substance list in MERCOSUR

Revision of banned substance list in MERCOSUR

A revised list of prohibited substances in cosmetics, perfumes, and personal hygiene products has been published, banning substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic (CMR) under EU standards. MERCOSUR GMC Resolution No 07/25 must be incorporated...