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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…
On 6-7 June 2023, the SCCS 5th plenary meeting was held.
On 9 June 2023, the European Commission published the new Deforestation-free Regulation, known as Regulation (EU) 2023/1115. This new regulation will enter into force on 29 June 2023. It aims to minimise the Union’s contribution to deforestation and forest degradation worldwide (imported deforestation), thereby contributing to a reduction in global Read more…
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…
The study “Common fragrance chemicals activate dendritic cells in coculture with keratinocytes” published on 23 April 2023, by Niklas Peter and co-authors, aimed to assess the effectiveness of a 2D coculture model comprising keratinocytes and dendritic cells (DCs) in evaluating the skin sensitization potency of weak to moderately sensitizing fragrance Read more…
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.
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…
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…
On 9 June 2023, the Scientific Committee published its final Opinion on the safety of Salicylic Acid with CAS no 69-72-7, EC No. 200-712-3. The SCCS adopted this document during the plenary meeting on 6-7 June 2023.
On 8 June 2023, the SCCS published the preliminary opinion on Butylparaben, with CAS No. 94-26-8, EC No. 202-318-7. The deadline for comments was set for 21 August 2023.