Final Opinions
Final Opinion on new coating for Titanium Dioxide (nano form)
On 25 October 2024, the SCCS published the opinion on the safety of the new coating for Titanium Dioxide (nano form) in cosmetic products.
On average, 70% of our news is listed, while updates from the last 30 days are not visible.
To get access to all content and services,
Start your Free Trial or Discover our plans.
Already a Premium member? Sign In
Preliminary Opinions
New coating for Titanium Dioxide (nano form): Preliminary SCCS opinion
On 27 May 2024, the SCCS published the preliminary opinion on the safety of the new coating for Titanium Dioxide (nano form) in cosmetic products. The SCCS adopted this document at its plenary meeting on 20 May 2024.
Final Opinions
Titanium dioxide (TiO2): Final scientific advice
On 23 May 2024, the SCCS published the final scientific advice on the safety of Titanium dioxide (TiO2) with CAS/EC numbers (13463-67-7/236-675-5, 1317-70-0/215-280-1, 1317-80-2/215-282-2) with a focus on genotoxicity and exposure via the inhalation and oral route in cosmetic products. The SCCS adopted this document by written procedure on 13 Read more…
Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on cosmetic ingredients, 19-20 December 2023
On 19-20 December 2023, 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.
Preliminary Opinions
Titanium dioxide (TiO2): Preliminary scientific advice
On 5 December 2023, the SCCS published the preliminary scientific advice on the safety of Titanium dioxide (TiO2) with CAS/EC numbers (13463-67-7/236-675-5, 1317-70-0/215-280-1, 1317-80-2/215-282-2) with a focus on genotoxicity and exposure via the inhalation and oral route in cosmetic products. The deadline for comments was set for 6 February 2024.
Requests For Opinions
New coating for Titanium Dioxide (nano) as UV-filter: Request for SCCS opinion
The Commission requests the SCCS to carry out a safety assessment on ‘Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate’ (CAS No. 30364-51-3/ EC No. 250-151-3) as a coating of Titanium Dioxide (nano) for use as a UV filter in dermally applied cosmetic products. The Committee has nine months to deliver its Opinion.
Plenary Meetings
Draft agenda of the SCCS 6th plenary meeting, 26 October 2023
The draft agenda of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) 6th plenary meeting, on 26 October 2023, has just been published.
Working Group Meetings
SCCS WG meeting on nanomaterials in cosmetic products, 12 May 2023
On 12 May 2023, the SCCS meeting of the Working Group (WG) on Nanomaterials in cosmetic products was held.
Research
New Research reveals concerns over Titanium Dioxide: Toothpaste under scrutiny
Previous research conducted by the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (INRAE) has already demonstrated that Titanium Dioxide can enter the bloodstream, leading to harmful effects in the intestine. In a recent collaboration between INRAE and the National Laboratory of Metrology and Testing (LNA), it has Read more…
Plenary Meetings
SCCS 4th plenary meeting, 21-22 March 2023
On 21-22 March 2023, the SCCS 4th plenary meeting was held.