China plans to ban 7 chemicals

China plans to ban 7 chemicals

China’s National Institute for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) has proposed new draft cosmetic regulations that ban seven substances commonly found in sunscreens and preservatives, including zinc pyrithione and certain perfluorinated compounds. The draft also sets...
China plans to ban 7 chemicals

Indian Standard 4707 – Part 2

On the 21st of August 2025, BIS revised IS 4707 Part 2, listing restricted and unsafe substances for cosmetics (excluding pigments and dyes). On 3rd of September 2025, BIS introduced IS 4707 Part 3, setting rules for permitted preservatives in cosmetics. On 21st...
Washington State – Formaldehyde restriction

Washington State – Formaldehyde restriction

Washington State’s new rule, effective 1st of January 2027, restricts the manufacture, sale, and distribution of products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing chemicals (25 identified substances). Existing stock can be sold until 31st of December 2027.The...