Final Opinions
Alpha-arbutin and Beta-arbutin: Final SCCS opinion
The Scientific Committee has published its final Opinion on Alpha-arbutin and Beta-arbutin. It was adopted by written procedure on 31 January 2023
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The Scientific Committee has published its final Opinion on Alpha-arbutin and Beta-arbutin. It was adopted by written procedure on 31 January 2023
The Scientific Committee has published the preliminary opinion on alpha-arbutin and beta-arbutin after the mandate given by the European Commission to assess their potential to release hydroquinone (HQ). Hydroquinone (CAS No. 123-31-9, EC No. 204-617-8) is prohibited as a cosmetic ingredient. The SCCS adopted this document at its plenary meeting Read more…