Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on cosmetic ingredients, 20-21 June 2023
On 20-21 June 2023, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on cosmetic ingredients in cosmetic products was held.
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ECHA
Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO) on ECHA’s Candidate list
On 14 June 2023, ECHA added two new chemicals to the Candidate List. One of these two substances is a cosmetic ingredient, used in limited concentration in artificial nail systems.
Final Opinions
2nd revision of the SCCS Guidance on the safety assessment of nanomaterials in cosmetics
On 6 June 2023, the SCCS adopted the 2nd revision of the Guidance on the safety assessment of nanomaterials in cosmetics. This Guidance on nanomaterials should be used in conjunction with the general guidance for the submission of safety dossiers of cosmetic ingredients “The SCCS Notes of Guidance for the Read more…
European Commission
Draft EU Regulation notified to the WTO for the use of D4, D5, and D6
On 22 June 2023, the European Commission notified the WTO of a draft amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, known as REACH Regulation. The publication is amending Annex XVII as regards Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4), Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5), as well as Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane (D6). To this end, the use of these substances in leave-on and Read more…
Plenary Meetings
SCCS 5th plenary meeting, 6-7 June 2023
On 6-7 June 2023, the SCCS 5th plenary meeting was held.
ECHA
Sweden submitted its intention to classify Carnove as CMR 2
Sweden has submitted an intention to the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) for the Harmonised Classification and Labeling (CLH) of Carvone as a reprotoxic substance category 2 (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Toxic to Reproduction, CMR 2). If the classification process is completed, the use of this substance in cosmetic products may be Read more…
ECHA
Withdrawal of 5 CLH classification proposals for specific fragrance ingredients
On 29 August 2022, ECHA announced that it had received new harmonized classification and labelling (CLH) proposals for eight fragrance cosmetic ingredients submitted by Sweden. These ingredients were initially proposed to be classified as Reproductive toxicants, category 1B. However, it is worth noting that as of now, five of these Read more…
Preliminary Opinions
Benzyl Salicylate: Preliminary SCCS opinion
On 13 June 2023, the SCCS published the preliminary opinion on the fragrance ingredient “Benzyl Salicylate” included in the priority list of 28 potential Endocrine Disruptors (EDs). The deadline for comments was set for 4 August 2023.
Requests For Opinions
Acetylated Vetiver Oil in sprayable cosmetic products: Request for SCCS opinion (Submission IV)
On 9 June 2023, the European Commission asked the Scientific Committee to assess the inhalation toxicity of the fragrance ingredient Acetylated Vetiver Oil – AVO (CAS No 84082-84-8, EC No 282-031-1) in sprayable cosmetic products – Submission IV. The SCCS approved this mandate in the plenary meeting on 6-7 June Read more…
Requests For Opinions
Aluminium: Request for SCCS opinion (Submission IV)
On 9 June 2023, the European Commission formally requested the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) to evaluate the information submitted regarding Aluminium and review the conclusions presented in SCCS/1613/19, SCCS/1626/20, and SCCS/1644/22, accordingly. This request signifies the Commission’s commitment to ensuring the safety and appropriate usage of Aluminium in Read more…