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11.07.2023 - Cosmetics

NewRegulationsAndSubstanceBansCosmeticsFromDecember2023–VitaminA,Triclosan,Triclocarban&Co

Currently, a draft regulation is available, which, upon its adoption, will amend the Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 leading to bans and restrictions on substances:

• Ban on the UV filter 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor (Annex II)
• New maximum concentration restrictions (Annex III): Genistein, Daidzein, Kojic Acid, Arbutin, Alpha-Arbutin
• New maximum concentration restrictions (Annex III) with a label warning: Vitamin A (Retinol)
• Vitamin A-Acetate (Retinyl Acetate)
• Vitamin A-Palmitate (Retinyl Palmitate)

The restrictions are expected to apply from December 2023 following the adoption in autumn. Transitional periods are planned regarding the placing on the market or sale.

We will keep you updated on the final new regulation. For analytical and/or regulatory questions, you can always contact the BAV Institute.

Sources: 

https://coslaw.eu/which-ingredients-will-be-restricted-in-the-european-union-by-the-end-of-2023/

https://health.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2022-10/sccs_o_261.pdf