Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on cosmetic ingredients of May-June 2022
On 31 May and 1 June 2022, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on cosmetic ingredients in cosmetic products was held.
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Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on cosmetic ingredients – April 2022
On 19-20 April 2022, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on cosmetic ingredients in cosmetic products was held.
European Commission
Draft Omnibus V Regulation
On 3 February 2022, European Commission notified WTO of a draft Omnibus V Regulation, aiming at modifying Annex II, III, and V of the EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009. The draft amendment includes changes entailing both restriction and prohibition of specific chemicals. The proposed date of the adoption is during the Read more…
Requests For Opinions
Salicylic Acid: Request for SCCS opinion
Considering the concerns related to potential endocrine-disrupting properties of “Salicylic Acid” the European Commission has asked the Scientific Committee to assess its safety in cosmetic products. On 3 February 2022, this mandate has been accepted by the SCCS and the Committee has nine months to deliver its Opinion.
Requests For Opinions
Aluminium: Request for SCCS opinion (Submission III)
Based on the SCCS Opinion “SCCS/1613/19” (and its addendum “SCCS/1626/20”) on the safety of aluminium in cosmetic products (including deodorants and antiperspirants, toothpaste, and lipsticks), the European Commission asked the Scientific Committee to assess other types of products, considering also the aggregate exposure to this substance.
European Commission
Open public consultation for the revision of the EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
The European Green Deal sets a high ambition for a toxic-free environment leading to zero pollution. The Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability (CSS) adopted on 14 October 2020 outlines the Commission’s strategy for the sustainable and safe use of chemicals. The objectives of the Strategy are to better protect citizens and Read more…
Preliminary Opinions
Triclocarban and Triclosan: Preliminary SCCS Scientific Advice
The Scientific Committee has published the preliminary scientific advice on Triclocarban and Triclosan as substances with potential endocrine-disrupting properties in cosmetic products. The SCCS adopted this scientific advice at its plenary meeting on 15-16 March 2022.
European Commission
The upcoming ban on 12 nanomaterials
On 11 February 2022, European Commission notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 referring to the ban of 12 nanomaterials for which the SCCS has identified a high concern. As a result, these nanomaterials will be included in Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation Read more…
European Commission
Dihydroxyacetone: New restrictions in force
From 22 April 2022 hair dye and self-tanning products containing Dihydroxyacetone (CAS no 96-26-4) and not complying with the restrictions shall not be made available on the Union market.