Final Opinions
Triphenyl Phosphate: Final SCCS opinion
On 26 July 2024, the SCCS published the final opinion on the safety of Triphenyl Phosphate (CAS No.204-112-2, EC No.115-86-6).
European Commission
Publication of the EU Ecodesign Regulation
The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which entered into force on 18 July 2024, is the cornerstone of the Commission’s approach to more environmentally sustainable and circular products. Products and the way we use them can have a significant impact on the environment. Consumption in the EU can therefore be a major Read more…
News
Industry calls on the Council of the European Union to establish a certain and pragmatic framework under the Green Claims Directive
On 3 June 2024, ahead of the adoption of the provisional agreement on the Green Claims Directive by the Council of the EU later that month, Cosmetics Europe together with 11 other industry associations called on Member States to focus on creating a practical and effective regulatory framework.
News
Cosmetics Europe released the updated version of the cosmetics industry guidance on microplastics
On 4 July 2024, Cosmetics Europe released the updated version of a joint guidance document on the EU Microplastics Restriction to help the cosmetics industry understand the key elements of the restriction. The updated document includes clarifications as well as answers to questions that have arisen since the first publication Read more…
Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on cosmetic ingredients, 19 June 2024
On 19 June 2024, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on cosmetic ingredients in cosmetic products was held. The points of the previous meeting were agreed upon and published. Below is a summary of the points discussed in this WG meeting.
Final Opinions
Silver: Final SCCS opinion
On 3 July 2024, the SCCS published the final opinion on the safety of Silver in cosmetic products.
Plenary Meetings
SCCS 8th plenary meeting, 20 June 2024
On 20 June 2024, the SCCS 8th plenary meeting was held. Below is a summary of the points discussed in this WG meeting.
European Commission
Draft CMR Omnibus VII Regulation
The European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of the “Omnibus VII” regulation on June 24. The adoption is expected to take place during the 3rd quarter of 2025.
Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on nanomaterials in cosmetic products, 30 May 2024
On 30 May 2024, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on Nanomaterials in cosmetic products was held.
European Commission
The Council voted for the final text of the upcoming Ecodesign Regulation
On 27 May 2024, the Council adopted the final text for the regulation ecodesign for sustainable products, which sets requirements for sustainable products. Earlier this spring the European Parliament approved the text.