Ingredients:News

IFRA 52: the end-of-consultation letter

On 31 August 2026, the IFRA (International Fragrance Association) issued its End-of-Consultation Letter on the 52nd Amendment to its Standards, the consultation period for which ended on 12 June.

Capric Acid: intention to amend the CLH classification

On 2 September 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced Austria’s intention to introduce an amendment to the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) for decanoic acid.

The British SAG-CS has published seven new Opinions

During the summer of 2026, the U.K.’s SAG-CS (Scientific Advisory Group on Chemical Safety), the equivalent of the European SCCS, published the conclusions of its final opinions issued from December 2025 through June 2026. Not all of these conclusions are aligned with those of the European SCCS.

Climbazole: proposal of CLH classification

On 19 August 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) forwarded Belgium’s proposal for the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) of Climbazole, a preservative.

Sorbic Acid: Intention of CLH classification

On 19 August 2026, ECHA (the European Chemicals Agency) announced Germany’s intention to introduce an harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) for sorbic acid.

Monday, April 24, 2023

Luteana: the first ingredient that rebalances and soothes sensitive skin with an integrative approach

Microphyt, a leader in natural ingredients with high added value derived from microalgae, has come up with LuteanaTM, a new solution for sensitive ski...

Monday, April 17, 2023

Hemp-derived ingredients: what you need to know before using them

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They are increasingly “trendy” but are still subject to controversial perceptions. However, ingredients derived from hemp, Cannabidiol (or CBD) in par...

Monday, April 17, 2023

ECHA recommends the inclusion of Glutaral in the REACH Authorisation List

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On 12 April 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced that it was recommending to the European Commission to add eight substances to Annex ...

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Silver Zinc Zeolite: preliminary Opinion of the SCCS

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Following the submission of a safety dossier by industry, the SCCS has assessed the safety of Silver Zinc Zeolite, a preservative transferred to Annex...

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Proposed CLH classification of Potassium Bromide as CMR 1B

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On 3 April 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) launched a consultation on a harmonised classification and labelling proposal from Sweden for Po...

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

in-cosmetics 2023: a simple edition

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After three cancellations due to health restrictions in 2020 and 2021, in-cosmetics Global was finally able to set up shop at the Barcelona Fira. Held...

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

The winners of the in-cosmetics Global 2023 Awards

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It is a must for in-cosmetics shows… The Awards are organized at each edition. Exhibitors can compete with their latest products and a jury of experts...

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Sophim introduces PhytOlive®Fine, upcycled exfoliant powder

This olive-sourced exfoliant offers a bio-based alternative to plastic beads scrub, and an upcycled alternative to sugar and salt scrubs. PhytOlive®Fi...

Monday, April 3, 2023

New hazard classes in CLP: the Regulation is published

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On 31 March 2023, the European Commission published Delegated Regulation 2023/707 establishing new hazard classes in the CLP Regulation on classificat...

Monday, March 27, 2023

ECHA consultation on the PFAS restriction proposal

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On 22 March 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) launched a public consultation on the proposal for restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl sub...

Monday, March 27, 2023

ECHA publishes CoRAP 2023-2025

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On 21 March 2023, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published the updated Community rolling action plan (CoRAP) for the years 2023, 2024 and 2025. ...

Monday, March 27, 2023

Hydroxyapatite (nano): final Opinion of the SCCS

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Following an initial negative opinion from the SCCS, and the submission of new data by industry to defend its use in oral products, Hydroxyapatite (na...