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CTPA Scientific Conference 2026
Join us for this brand‑new event. Designed exclusively for CTPA members, this in‑person‑only conference is your opportunity to connect face‑to‑face with industry peers, regulators and other stakeholders shaping the future of our sector.
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Sustainability
Sustainability Handbook: "Navigating a Volatile World"
This new handbook helps cosmetics and personal care companies understand key challenges, shape effective strategies, and design products fit for a changing world.
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CTPA Annual Report 2025
CTPA Annual Report 2025
The 2025 Annual Report outlines CTPA’s key achievements in its 80th anniversary year, supporting members and the wider cosmetic and personal care industry.
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CTPA Campaign
SkinCare Simplified - A Parent's Guide
Discover CTPA's campaign empowering parents to support young people’s healthy habits when caring about their skin.
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CTPA Consumer Website
Re-introducing Thefactsabout.co.uk
With a newly refreshed layout and structure, CTPA’s website www.thefactsabout.co.uk is a vital resource on cosmetics and personal care products for the public and the media
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Advocacy
CTPA Agenda for Government
The CTPA Agenda for Government is our call for action as we work with the new UK Government on the critical issues affecting the cosmetics, personal care and beauty industry.
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CTPA Guidance
Rules and Regulations
This section provides access to guidance on regulatory matters and essential information you need to know to ensure compliance when making and supplying cosmetic products on the UK and EU markets.
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E-Learning
Online Learning Platform
Users can access and participate in a wide range of online training courses offered by the CTPA. These sessions cover various topics providing valuable insights, practical guidance, and professional development opportunities.
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CTPA has over 250 members representing companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetics and personal care products. From SMEs to multinationals, our member companies span a variety of sectors including manufacturers, brand owners, distributors, ingredient suppliers, contract laboratories, own brand retailers and companies who have a Responsible Person service
Read moreJoin usThe Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association Limited (CTPA) is the UK trade association representing companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetics and personal care products.
Read moreJoin usCTPA has over 250 members representing companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetics and personal care products. From SMEs to multinationals, our member companies span a variety of sectors including manufacturers, brand owners, distributors, ingredient suppliers, contract laboratories, own brand retailers and companies who have a Responsible Person service
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09 September 2026
The UK can now access the full benefits of membership accross all 11 CPTPP markets.
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07 September 2026
OPSS has launched a new Product Regulation Sandbox programme.
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02 September 2026
By Christine Lawson, Senior Affairs Manager, Sustainability, CTPA
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01 September 2026
HMRC has published guidance for producers intending to use chemically recycled plastic under the PPT from 1 April 2027.
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28 August 2026
Annual OPSS PSD Report Published for 2025-2026
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19 August 2026
How to make clear, credible and compliant environmental claims.
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19 August 2026
The report sets out the work delivered by OPSS with product regulation, authorities, and partners.
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07 August 2026
Latest insights from Dr Emma Meredith OBE, Director-General, CTPA
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30 July 2026
Please register for the Circular Economy Forum using the links provided.
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29 July 2026
In effect since the 24 July 2026, including for UK products.
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28 July 2026
The call for evidence will remain open until 21 September 2026.
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28 July 2026
CTPA’s interpretation of the UK Cosmetics Regulation’s ‘making available’ date for products containing banned ingredients - when used by professionals.
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27 July 2026
Join CTPA’s webinar to discover how to maximise the positive impact of digital in your sustainability journey whilst mitigating the downside.
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17 July 2026
Businesses can now benefit from the provisions under the agreement.
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14 July 2026
The trade deal was concluded on 13 July 2026.
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07 July 2026
Understanding the US market and what it means for exporters on 14 July 2026.
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06 July 2026
By Francesca Rapolla, Senior Affairs Manager, Science, CTPA
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06 July 2026
Businesses must register with HMRC to benefit from tariff cuts under the UK-India FTA.
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01 July 2026
The free webinar is scheduled on Tuesday 7 July 2026 at 2pm.
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24 June 2026
The Government has outlined its intentions to lay UK Deforestation Regulations in 2027, to align with the EUDR.
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23 June 2026
Provisional agreement reached on Omnibus VI on chemicals.
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23 June 2026
The visit followed the first technical exchange under the MoU, which took place in China in March 2026.
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A Global View
UK Import and Export Trading
In this section, the opportunities and regulatory challenges for the UK cosmetics industry across the world are shown with the trade data.
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CTPA Consumer Website
www.thefactsabout.co.uk
thefactsabout.co.uk offers clear, detailed information and answers to the most frequently asked questions about cosmetics and personal care products, ingredients, product safety and trending topics. The website is completely brand-neutral and non-commercial.
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Oct
CTPA Scientific Conference 2026
09:00 - 19:00
Registration now open for the CTPA Scientific Conference on 6 October 2026 in London.
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Oct
Webinar: Exporting Cosmetics and Personal Care Products to Viet Nam
09:30 - 11:00
Join experts from the UK Government and industry to gain the latest market intelligence, understand regulatory requirements and explore practical routes to the Vietnamese market for your brand.
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Join experts from the UK Government and industry to gain the latest market intelligence, understand regulatory requirements and explore practical routes to the Vietnamese market for your brand.
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09:00 - 06 October 2026
Registration now open for the CTPA Scientific Conference on 6 October 2026 in London.
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