Laws & regulations
The hassle of importing cosmetics into China
Chinese importation rules for cosmetics are known for their complexity, in particular because the regulatory framework is constantly...
Fragrance allergens: Is the "worst case scenario" away?
Since the publication by the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), a scientific body advising the European Commission, of an...
European Commission plans to restrict the use of MCI and MI
The European Commission envisages restricting the use of methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI). The use of the...
The European cosmetics regulation enters into force
The new Cosmetics Regulation, which was adopted in 2009, entered into force on 11 July 2013 following a transition period to allow the...
Commissioner Borg sees “first signs of acceptance of alternative methods in China”
Animal testing is one of the major discrepancy between the Chinese and European regulations on cosmetic products and EU Commissioner for...
Serious Adverse Effects: “The implementation of specific procedures is essential”
As of July 11, 2013, date of entry into force of the new EU cosmetic Regulations, both brands and distributors will be required to report...
European Union: Full ban on animal testing for cosmetics enters into force
Today the last deadline to phase out animal testing for cosmetic products in Europe enters into force. As of today, cosmetics tested on...
Animal testing: EU Commission confirms full ban will take effect in March
Animal defence organisations have warmly congratulated the EU Commission after having received confirmation from Commissioner Tonio Borg...
Animal testing: the future Commissioner commits to introduce full ban
Tonio Borg, who should succeed to John Dali as European Commissioner for Health, has announced its commitment to conclude the...
China strengthens regulations governing cosmetics for children
China’s SFDA recently strengthened the rules applicable to cosmetics specifically intended for children under 12 years of age. Specific...
