Taiwan finalises reorganisation of cosmetics lists
Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published four notices relating to a sweeping reorganisation of its cosmetics lists. The shake-up follows a 60-day public consultation that started on 4 January. The FDA has revised one list and is introducing a new one...
Canada adopts disclosure mandate for over 80 cosmetic fragrance allergens
Health Canada has modified its cosmetic regulations to require on-product disclosure of fragrance allergens exceeding specified thresholds, among other updates. Published on 24 April, the revised regulations cover 81 fragrance allergens listed under Annex III of the...
Switzerland – Furocoumarins Exempt from Cassis de Dijon Principle
From 1 January 2026, the maximum value for furocoumarins (1mg/kg or 1ppm) will apply to both products manufactured in Switzerland and imported products, meaning that furocoumarins are excluded from the Cassis de Dijon Principle. As the furocoumarins restriction is...