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 Annual Report 2023
The 2023 Annual Report highlights the breadth of CTPA’s work for both its members and on behalf of the wider cosmetics industry in the UK.
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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.
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15 October 2024
DBT to host in-person event for companies to connect, collaborate, and grow in the EU.
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15 October 2024
OPSS reminder to dispose of any cosmetics containing the banned ingredient Lilial.
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07 October 2024
The European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA’s) Committee for Risk Assessment (RAC) has classified talc as a CMR 1B substance.
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07 October 2024
Companies interested in contributing to the defence work for these ingredients, please find further information here.
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04 October 2024
Update on EC product safety alerts and reports.
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03 October 2024
Ahead of “Recycle Week” (14-21 October 2024) and throughout October, the CTPA is sharing some important information about how to contribute to the recycling of cosmetics packaging.
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03 October 2024
Ahead of “Recycle Week” (14-21 October 2024) and throughout October, the CTPA is sharing some important information about how to contribute to the recycling of cosmetics packaging.
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27 September 2024
Companies interested in contributing to the defence work for these ingredients, please find further information here.
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24 September 2024
Registration open for DBT webinars on new Product Regulation and Metrology Bill.
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19 September 2024
CTPA issued advice for companies across the cosmetic supply chain to clarify the difference between ‘professional use’ and ‘professional use only’ products.
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17 September 2024
Upcoming webinar on successfully communicating environmental credentials.
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13 September 2024
The deadline for responses is Monday 30 September 2024.
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13 September 2024
The deadline for responses is Friday 11 October 2024.
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13 September 2024
The Government is establishing a new Circular Economy Taskforce. The deadline for applications is 25 September 2024.
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05 September 2024
New Bill to enable changes to the UK regulatory framework for consumer products.
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04 September 2024
Update on OPSS product safety alerts and reports.
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04 September 2024
Update on EC product safety alerts and reports.
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28 August 2024
Cosmetics Europe, the European personal care association, is organising a webinar to present the Double Plate Method in-vitro SPF method.
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22 August 2024
On 21 August 2024, the HSE published the technical report on the mandatory classifications for tea tree extract and oil under the GB CLP Regulation.
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20 August 2024
Upheld ruling on influencer claims for moisturiser treating symptoms of the menopause.
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12 August 2024
CTPA is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant, a brand-new post, with plenty of responsibility and variety.
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12 August 2024
Register for the joint in-person event to support UK brands to learn about the Chinese beauty market.
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12 August 2024
Update on OPSS product safety alerts and reports.
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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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17 October 2024
A FREE CTPA webinar open to members and non-members, with a presentation from the ASA
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