HSE’s comments on Talc

HSE’s comments on Talc

Summary: Talc may face a CMR 1B classification under the EU CLP, potentially banning its use in cosmetics. However, the HSE states current data are insufficient to classify it as carcinogenic, so products containing talc remain unaffected for now. In the EU, Talc...
HSE’s comments on Talc

UK pEPR – Amending Regulations

Summary: Starting 1st of January 2026, the 2025 Amendment allows producers to create nonprofit PROs to work with PackUK in managing and implementing the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) system. Starting 1st of January 2026, new rules under the 2025...
HSE’s comments on Talc

Hexyl Salicylate – SAG-CS Opinion

SummaryHexyl Salicylate has been deemed safe for use in cosmetic products for adults and for children aged three years and above, with appropriate limits applied depending on product type, including leave-on, rinse-off, oral care, and hydroalcoholic-based fragrances....