New Approved UV Filter in the EU
The European Commission approved the use of Methoxypropylamino Cyclohenylidene Ethoxyethylcyanoacetate (CAS number 1419401-88-9) as UV filter, following the conclusions... Read more.
Hair dyes update
Numerous peer-reviewed articles highlight the possible toxicity of hair dye substances and notably their concerning carcinogenic, genotoxic, and skin sensitizing... Read more.
The Impact of Directive EU No 2019/904 and Regulation EU No 2020/2151 on Cosmetic Products
New Mandatory Marking Requirements for Wet Wipes at the Horizon The effects plastic pollution has on natural habitats are familiar to everyone, just think of...... Read more.
Publication of HEMA and Di-HEMA TMHDC restriction – IL 078
Hydroxyethylmethacrylate (HEMA) and Di-HEMA Trimethylhexyl Dicarbamate (Di-HEMA TMHDC) are two colorless viscous liquids that readily polymerize when exposed to... Read more.
Did you know that Cosmetic products have REACH obligations?
Part I I recently started working for Biorius with the responsibility of managing chemical regulations questions. I quickly noticed that there was a question for...... Read more.
Chinese New Year’s Resolution – IIL 01
China will implement a new legislation called Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) on January 1, 2021. After the US, China is the world’s... Read more.
Brexit impact on cosmetic compliance – IL 077
The United Kingdom (UK) formally left the European Union (EU) on January 31, 2020. Northern Ireland and Great Britain will follow different routes to maintain...... Read more.
Endocrine Disruptors in Europe (Regulation)
Endocrine Disruptors in Europe: the WHO defines an endocrine disruptor as ‘an exogenous substance or mixture that alters function(s) of the endocrine system and... Read more.
Butylparaben on the REACH Candidate List
Several regulatory developments related to endocrine disruptors are ongoing in the EU. Among them, the ECHA committees (European Chemicals Agency) have the duty... Read more.
Choosing your Responsible Person
Choosing your Responsible Person Home Choosing your Responsible Person Why and how cosmetic brands must invest time in this crucial step. Responsible Person vs.... Read more.