CTPA Annual Report 2024
CTPA Annual Report 2024
As we celebrate CTPA’s 80th Anniversary in 2025, the Report highlights CTPA’s achievements in 2024 and breadth of work for both its members and on behalf of the wider cosmetics and personal care industry in the UK.
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3 – 4 November 2025, BMA House, London
CTPA International Seminar 2025
Register now! (Members only) Learn from industry and government experts and engage in meaningful discussions on key issues that shape the cosmetics sector worldwide.
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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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New E-Learning Course
Cosmetic Ingredients: How to Find Out the Legal Status
This training will give companies a broad knowledge about the requirements that have an impact on cosmetic ingredients and their regulatory status under CLP, the Cosmetics Regulation and REACH.
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Driving Towards a Net Positive Cosmetics Industry
CTPA Sustainability Hub
This resource has been designed to ensure that everyone within the cosmetics industry has free access to practical help and guidance on sustainability for businesses.
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FAQs
Do You Have Questions About the Industry?
Our frequently asked questions guide for industry is a useful tool for anyone working within cosmetics and personal care that would like a greater understanding of the science and regulation behind the 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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Representing all types of companies involved in making, supplying and selling cosmetic and personal care products, the Cosmetic, Toiletry & Perfumery Association (CTPA) acts as the voice of the UK industry.
Read moreJoin usThe goal of our work is to enable the cosmetics and personal care industry to deliver excellence and support wellbeing.
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09 June 2025
CTPA's NAMs practical training in London this September 2025 is open for registration.
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06 June 2025
Join us on 1 July to learn differences in safety assessment requirements under UK and Chinese laws.
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05 June 2025
On 5 June 2025, the SAG-CS published its June-December 2025 workplan.
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02 June 2025
Sign up for the free webinar on 8 July 2025 open to members and non-members.
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02 June 2025
The link to the silent auction is now live!
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30 May 2025
OPSS is conducting an online survey looking into the impact of the proposed restriction on benzophenone-3, for products placed on the market in Great Britain.
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28 May 2025
The webinar is scheduled on 3 June 2025 at 10AM (BST)
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27 May 2025
The call for interest is now open for Aminomethyl Propanol and Phytonadione Epoxide.
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22 May 2025
On 21 May 2025, SAG-CS published its opinion on UV filter 4-MBC in cosmetic products.
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22 May 2025
On 21 May 2025, SAG-CS published its opinion on formaldehyde-releasing substances.
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22 May 2025
On 21 May 2025, SAG-CS published its opinion on UV filter homosalate in cosmetic products.
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19 May 2025
Join CTPA's NAMs practical training in London in September 2025.
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14 May 2025
The NCSC has developed an e-learning training package titled Staying Safe Online: Top Tips for Staff
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13 May 2025
On 12 May 2025, the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) published a report outlining the outcome of its evidence project on intentionally added microplastics.
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09 May 2025
The view from Dr Emma Meredith OBE, Director-General, CTPA on the Association's activities during April and May 2025
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09 May 2025
On 8 May 2025, OPSS notified to the WTO an update to the UK Cosmetics Regulation, amending the entry for benzophenone-3 in Annex VI.
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09 May 2025
On 8 May 2025, the UK and US Governments announced a trade agreement between both parties.
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07 May 2025
CTPA received a letter from the Defra detailing several significant updates concerning pEPR and other circular economy initiatives.
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06 May 2025
On 6 May 2025, the UK and India signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
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30 April 2025
As the weather gets warmer, it is important that consumers have access to accurate information and advice on sun protection products and sun-safe behaviour, to ensure that they enjoy the benefits of the sunny weather in a safe and sensible way.
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29 April 2025
By Caroline Rainsford, Director of Science, CTPA
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28 April 2025
PackUK has published an updated RAM Version 1.1.
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24 April 2025
Register today! The webinar will take place on 14 May 2025, 12:00 - 13:00
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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
This dedicated website for consumers provides scientific facts about common ingredients used in cosmetics. Sort out which are myths or scares and put what you read into perspective.
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Sep
CTPA PRACTICAL TRAINING: Applying Non-Animal New Approach Methodologies and Next Generation Risk Assessment for Chemicals Safety Assessment
09:00 - 17:00
Woburn House
Bookings are now open to attend the CTPA Practical Training on NAMs and NGRAs on 29 September 2025.
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Nov
CTPA International Seminar 2025
09:00
Booking is now open to attend the CTPA International Seminar 2025 in London.
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09:00 - 03 November 2025
Booking is now open to attend the CTPA International Seminar 2025 in London.
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Woburn House
Bookings are now open to attend the CTPA Practical Training on NAMs and NGRAs on 29 September 2025.
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Sign up for the free webinar on 8 July 2025 open to members and non-members.
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20 June 2025
Join PackUK for an informative session covering the pEPR Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM).
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Join us on 1 July to learn differences in safety assessment requirements under UK and Chinese laws.
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