Health Canada Proposes Removal of Substances from Revised-In Commerce List
Health Canada has released a voluntary questionnaire for the proposed removal of substances from the Revised-In Commerce List (R-ICL). If the industry does not…
China Proposes Ban on Cannabis and Derivatives in Cosmetics
Last month, China’s Institute for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) announced a proposed ban on cannabidiol (CBD), cannabis sativa fruit, cannabis sativa leaf extract,…
Final Phase of Oregon’s Toxic Free Kids Program Goes into Effect
The third and final phase of Oregon’s Toxic Free Kids program has taken effect, starting March 1st. The final rule follows many of the…
FDA Publishes Information on Formaldehyde Risks in Hair Smoothing Products
The FDA has published an educational guide for consumers titled “Formaldehyde in Hair Smoothing Products: What You Should Know”. The guide addresses professional hair…
Proposed Restrictions on Cyclic Siloxanes on the Horizon
The European Union’s Current Regulation 2018/35 establishes that Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) and Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) are allowed in wash-off cosmetic products up to 0.1% as of…
Change to EU REACH Safety Data Sheet Requirements
Per the European Union’s REACH Regulation, hazardous chemicals manufactured in, or imported into the EU must be accompanied by an SDS. Annex II to…
