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SAG-CS Opinion on Methyl Salicylate Published
SAG-CS Opinion on Methyl Salicylate Published

11 March 2024

UK scientific committee opinion on methyl salicylate published, with some differences from EU opinion.

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CTPA Launches the Cosmetics Industry Manifesto
CTPA Launches the Cosmetics Industry Manifesto

21 February 2024

CTPA Manifesto is calling for the next Government to develop a strategy for the cosmetics and personal care industry

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NEW! CTPA Flowchart on How to Place a New Cosmetic Ingredient on the UK and EU Markets
NEW! CTPA Flowchart on How to Place a New Cosmetic Ingredient on the UK and EU Markets

18 March 2024

CTPA launched a new resource to show the steps that companies shall follow when they are looking to place a new cosmetic ingredient on the UK and EU markets.

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CTPA Webinar: UK Enforcement for Cosmetics and Competent Authorities
CTPA Webinar: UK Enforcement for Cosmetics and Competent Authorities

15 March 2024

Free webinar open for CTPA members and non-members.

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Cosmetic Ingredients Added to the GB Mandatory Classification List
Cosmetic Ingredients Added to the GB Mandatory Classification List

13 March 2024

On 12 March 2024, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) added 25 chemical substances to the GB Mandatory Classification List (MCL). 

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EcoBeautyScore Public Consultation
EcoBeautyScore Public Consultation

13 March 2024

The EBS Consortium has launched a public consultation to obtain feedback on the EBS methodology and scoring system. The deadline for responses is 29 April 2024.

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Recording Now Available – OPRL Webinar
Recording Now Available – OPRL Webinar

08 March 2024

The recording, as well as the presentation and Q&A can be accessed in CTPA’s Webinar Archive.

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Recording Now Available – Commit for Our Planet Webinar
Recording Now Available – Commit for Our Planet Webinar

08 March 2024

The recording, as well as the presentation and Q&A can be accessed in CTPA’s Webinar Archive.

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Recording Now Available – Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD)
Recording Now Available – Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD)

07 March 2024

The recording, as well as the presentation and Q&A can be accessed in CTPA’s Webinar Archive.

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European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Update: March 2024
European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Update: March 2024

06 March 2024

European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Update: March 2024

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HSE Publishes UK REACH Work Programme 2023-2024
HSE Publishes UK REACH Work Programme 2023-2024

16 February 2024

On 15 February 2024, the HSE published it 2023-2024 work programme under the UK REACH Regulation.

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CE/EFfCI Guidance on the EU REACH Microplastics Restriction
CE/EFfCI Guidance on the EU REACH Microplastics Restriction

15 February 2024

On 14 February 2024, CE and EFfCI launched their joint guidance on the EU REACH microplastics restriction.

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LGFB Charity Netball Tournament 2024
LGFB Charity Netball Tournament 2024

12 February 2024

LGFB is appealing for professional and amateur netball teams to sign-up for its national Charity Netball Tournament 2024

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UK Government ‘Help to Grow’ Campaign
UK Government ‘Help to Grow’ Campaign

05 February 2024

DBT launches campaign to support small and medium businesses.

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China Cosmetics Regulatory Workshop is Back!
China Cosmetics Regulatory Workshop is Back!

02 February 2024

Register now for DBT and CTPA webinar on the latest China cosmetic regulations.

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HSE Final Opinions on 90 Substances for Mandatory Classification under GB CLP
HSE Final Opinions on 90 Substances for Mandatory Classification under GB CLP

31 January 2024

On 11 January 2024, the HSE published a bulk of Technical Reports and Final Opinions to propose mandatory classifications under the GB CLP Regulation for the 90 substances which were part of the 14th and 15th ATP to the EU CLP Regulation.

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UK Government Indefinite Extension of CE Mark Recognition
UK Government Indefinite Extension of CE Mark Recognition

31 January 2024

UK notifies to the WTO the SI extending the recognition of EU conformity assessment marking.

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UK Government Webinar for Using the UKCA Marking
UK Government Webinar for Using the UKCA Marking

29 January 2024

DBT to host webinar on the updates to the UK approach to conformity assessment marking.

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Consultation on the UK Government Review of Units of Measurement
Consultation on the UK Government Review of Units of Measurement

23 January 2024

The UK Government has published findings of the consultation on units of measurement.

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OPSS Release Delivery Report for 2022/2023
OPSS Release Delivery Report for 2022/2023

23 January 2024

The report sets out the work delivered by OPSS with product regulation, authorities, and partners.

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IMPORTANT – Call for Interest on Several Substances
IMPORTANT – Call for Interest on Several Substances

22 January 2024

Usage check for strontium salts and spearmint oil

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Media Alert: Tik Tok Trend of Anti-ageing Products Use for Children
Media Alert: Tik Tok Trend of Anti-ageing Products Use for Children

19 January 2024

You may have seen recent media coverage on the issue of social media influence on teenagers and use of anti-ageing skincare products.

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Do you Need Help With the new Requirements for Allergens in the EU?
Do you Need Help With the new Requirements for Allergens in the EU?

18 January 2024

Cosmetics Europe published guidance to help companies comply with the EU requirements for additional fragrance allergens.

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CTPA Response to the ‘Smarter Regulation’ Call for Evidence
CTPA Response to the ‘Smarter Regulation’ Call for Evidence

18 January 2024

CTPA has published the response to the DBT ‘Smarter Regulation’ call for evidence.

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SCS: 'Prove it! Decoding Cosmetic Claim Substantiation' Event
SCS: 'Prove it! Decoding Cosmetic Claim Substantiation' Event

17 January 2024

Live presentations exploring a comprehensive range of claim substantiation approaches.

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UK Product Safety Database Alerts December 2023
UK Product Safety Database Alerts December 2023

02 January 2024

Update on OPSS product safety alerts and reports.

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EU Safety Gate Alerts December 2023
EU Safety Gate Alerts December 2023

02 January 2024

Update on EC product safety alerts and reports.

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ASA Ruling on Irresponsible Advertising
ASA Ruling on Irresponsible Advertising

20 December 2023

Upheld ruling on social media advert.

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New: Guidance on EU GPSR Article 19
New: Guidance on EU GPSR Article 19

19 December 2023

Cosmetics Europe guidance on the application of the EU GPSR to cosmetic products.

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Time to Say Goodbye....
Time to Say Goodbye....

19 December 2023

We are extremely sad to announce that Debbie Hunter, will be leaving the Association on 19 December 2023

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ASA Ruling on Recycling Claims
ASA Ruling on Recycling Claims

07 December 2023

Upheld ruling on misleading environmental claims.

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UK Product Safety Database Alerts November 2023
UK Product Safety Database Alerts November 2023

07 December 2023

Update on OPSS product safety alerts and reports.

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EU Safety Gate Alerts November 2023
EU Safety Gate Alerts November 2023

07 December 2023

Update on EC product safety alerts and reports.

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European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Update: December 2023
European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Update: December 2023

06 December 2023

Latest updates on ingredients status from ECHA and HSE activities.

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Change of Competent Authority for Cosmetics in France
Change of Competent Authority for Cosmetics in France

01 December 2023

Transfer from ANSM to ANSES and to DGCCRF, and system of certification for GMP.

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France Labelling Requirements for Cosmetics
France Labelling Requirements for Cosmetics

01 December 2023

Draft decree for labelling of cosmetics made available to consumers in bulk packaging.

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ASA Ruling on Misleading and Unsubstantiated Claims
ASA Ruling on Misleading and Unsubstantiated Claims

01 December 2023

Upheld ruling on lip product with physiological claim.

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ASA Research on Green Disposal Claims
ASA Research on Green Disposal Claims

01 December 2023

ASA published research on consumer understanding of green disposal terms.

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COSMILE Europe App Launch – Cosmetic Ingredients Information at Your Fingertips
COSMILE Europe App Launch – Cosmetic Ingredients Information at Your Fingertips

30 November 2023

CTPA is pleased to announce the launch this week of the COSMILE Europe app from Cosmetics Europe.

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Cosmetics Europe Publishes Guidance on EU Labelling of Additional Fragrance Allergens
Cosmetics Europe Publishes Guidance on EU Labelling of Additional Fragrance Allergens

29 November 2023

On 7 November 2023, Cosmetics Europe published its guidance on the ‘fragrance allergens’ requirements, to provide support to companies in regard to the requirements to label the 80+ allergens on cosmetic products.

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IMPORTANT – Hexamethylindanopyran Usage Check
IMPORTANT – Hexamethylindanopyran Usage Check

29 November 2023

The objective of this ingredient defence is to secure an Annex III entry for Hexamethylindanopyran within the Cosmetics Regulation if it receives the below-proposed CMR classification.

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The UK Launches Trade Negotiations with South Korea
The UK Launches Trade Negotiations with South Korea

29 November 2023

On 22 November 2023, the UK and South Korea launched negotiations on an upgraded trade agreement to boots trade between the two countries. 

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OPSS Survey on the Impact of the Draft Regulation on BHT
OPSS Survey on the Impact of the Draft Regulation on BHT

27 November 2023

OPSS launched a survey to carry out an impact assessment on the upcoming amendment to Annex III of the UK Cosmetics Regulation (UKCR), to include BHT as a restricted ingredient in cosmetics under Annex III.

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Say Hello to Héloïse Prieur
Say Hello to Héloïse Prieur

27 November 2023

We are very pleased to welcome Héloïse Prieur in the newly created role of Marketing Manager.

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DBT's UK Chemicals Supply Chain Catalogue
DBT's UK Chemicals Supply Chain Catalogue

17 November 2023

Chemicals companies can add their profile on DBT Catalogue free of charge.

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Look Good Feel Better Festive Celebration Concert
Look Good Feel Better Festive Celebration Concert

16 November 2023

The annual LGFB Festive Celebration is on 6 December at Westminster Chapel

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ASA Ruling Supporting Titanium Dioxide
ASA Ruling Supporting Titanium Dioxide

16 November 2023

ASA upheld ruling against an advert for toothpaste denigrating titanium dioxide.

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DBT's Call for Input on Upcoming UK-Turkey Free Trade Negotiations
DBT's Call for Input on Upcoming UK-Turkey Free Trade Negotiations

14 November 2023

The call for input will run until 10am on 5 January 2024.

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Action for Sustainable Derivatives Webinar - Don't Forget to Register!
Action for Sustainable Derivatives Webinar - Don't Forget to Register!

10 November 2023

The webinar will take place on 16 November 2023, 15:00-16:00 GMT.

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Commit for Our Planet - 1 Year Anniversary Event
Commit for Our Planet - 1 Year Anniversary Event

10 November 2023

The event will take place on LinkedIn on 7 December, 12:00-12:45 GMT. 

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CTPA Webinar: Defending Cosmetic Ingredients in GB – Everything You Need to Know.  Last Chance to Register!
CTPA Webinar: Defending Cosmetic Ingredients in GB – Everything You Need to Know. Last Chance to Register!

09 November 2023

CTPA and OPSS are holding a must-attend joint webinar to explain the processes to you.

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Amendment to Annex III of the UK Cosmetics Regulation Notified to WTO (BHT)
Amendment to Annex III of the UK Cosmetics Regulation Notified to WTO (BHT)

08 November 2023

On 27 October 2023, the OPSS notified to the WTO the SI amending Annex III of the UK Cosmetics Regulation.  This amendment implements the opinion of the SAG-CS on BHT.

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EU Safety Gate Alerts August, September, and October 2023
EU Safety Gate Alerts August, September, and October 2023

08 November 2023

Update on EC product safety alerts and reports of cosmetic products.

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Register Now! Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD) Webinar
Register Now! Action for Sustainable Derivatives (ASD) Webinar

03 November 2023

The webinar will take place on 16 November 2023, 15:00-16:00 GMT.

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Exporting to Italy Webinar
Exporting to Italy Webinar

01 November 2023

Free webinar on understanding the Italian Customs structure and procedures.

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CTPA Response to the UK Product Safety Regulation Consultation
CTPA Response to the UK Product Safety Regulation Consultation

01 November 2023

CTPA has published the response to the PSR Consultation.

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Are you Familiar with the CMR Management Process Under the UK Cosmetics Regulation?
Are you Familiar with the CMR Management Process Under the UK Cosmetics Regulation?

31 October 2023

CTPA and OPSS are holding a must-attend joint webinar to explain the process of the CMR management in the UKCR.

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