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The Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
Local Title:
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Country/Region:
United Kingdom
Competent Authority:
Secretary of State
Type:
Regulation
Status:
To be enforced
Release Date:
2026-02-09
Implementation Date:
2026-08-15
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 Official The Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
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Summary

This regulation amends the UK's retained Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (the Cosmetics Regulation). It prohibits the use of 13 substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction (CMR), and introduces new restrictions on the use of Hexyl Salicylate in cosmetic products.

History
2026-02-09
The Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
To be enforced
Release Date: 2026-02-09
Implementation Date : 2026-08-15
2025-11-27
The Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (No. 2) Regulations 2026 (Draft)
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Release Date: 2025-11-27
Implementation Date : /
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