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[Updated] A Recap of New Cosmetic Ingredients Notified in China in 2023
Jan 19, 2024
Characteristics of new cosmetic ingredients notified in China in 2023: 1) NCIs sources: chemical sources remain dominant; biotech ingredients and plant extracts are on the rise; 2) Use purpose: skin protectant, moisturizer and antioxidant account for more than half; 3) Notifiers: Chinese domestic enterprises account for 72.5%; 4) Future trends: the total number of NCI notifications is expected to grow, with a focus on ingredients that have already been allowed for use in cosmetics abroad and ingredients sourced from diverse fields.
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Monthly Recap: Global Cosmetic Regulatory Updates | December 2023
Jan 11, 2024
ChemLinked rounded up the global regulatory updates on cosmetic products in December...
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Taiwan to Restructure Cosmetic Ingredient Lists, Effective July 1, 2024
Jan 09, 2024
On January 4, 2024, TFDA revealed plans to adjust the current cosmetic ingredient lists. The proposed amendments include abolishing the current List of Specific Purpose Ingredients in Cosmetic Products and the List of Antibacterial Ingredients Allowed in Cosmetic Products, newly establishing the List of UV Filters in Cosmetic Products, as well as adding 122 ingredients, revising 31 ingredients, and deleting 2 ingredients in the List of Ingredients Restricted in Cosmetic Products. These amendments are scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2024.
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[Updated] EU SCCS Finalizes the Opinion on Silver Zinc Zeolite
Dec 25, 2023
On December 22, 2023, EU SCCS issued the final opinion on Silver Zinc Zeolite. Based on all available information, SCCS concludes that the use of Silver Zinc Zeolite (incorporating a maximum silver content of 2.5%) is safe at the proposed concentration of 1% in spray deodorant and powder foundation.
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Indonesia Amends Cosmetic Ingredient Use Requirements: 1 Ingredient Added and 12 Ingredients Revised
Dec 20, 2023
The main amendments include: 1) Appendix I: List of Restricted Ingredients – 1 added and 7 revised 2) Appendix II: List of Permitted Colorants – 1 revised 3) Appendix III: List of Permitted Preservatives – 2 revised 4) Appendix IV: List of Permitted Sunscreens – 2 revised
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2024 Outlook: New Regulatory Requirements and Expiring Transitional Policies in Global Major Countries
Dec 18, 2023
ChemLinked summarized the upcoming regulatory requirements and expiring transition policies in 2024, covering major countries across the globe, including China, Japan, South Korea, ASEAN, EU, UK and US.
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[Updated] EU SCCS Finalizes Opinions About Butylparaben and Methylparaben
Dec 18, 2023
On December 15, 2023, EU SCCS released the final opinion on Methylparaben. This opinion reaffirms the same conclusion as the preliminary one.
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Overview of Skin Whitening Cosmetic Regulations Across ASEAN
Dec 08, 2023
Given the substantial market presence and consumer’s demand for skin whitening cosmetics in ASEAN, it is crucial to examine the regulatory landscape surrounding these products in the region. While preferences for fair skin persist, so do concerns related to product safety, efficacy, and potential health risks. The regulatory frameworks established by ASEAN countries play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and safety of skin whitening cosmetics. In the subsequent sections, ChemLinked delves into the specific regulations governing these products across ASEAN nations.
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Monthly Recap: Global Cosmetic Regulatory Updates | November 2023
Dec 08, 2023
ChemLinked rounded up the global regulatory updates on cosmetic products in November...
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China NIFDC Details Principles for Determining and Researching New Cosmetic Ingredients (NCIs)
Dec 07, 2023
On December 1, 2023, NIFDC released the second draft of the Technical Guidelines for Determination and Research of New Cosmetic Ingredients (NCIs). The purpose of the Guidelines is to establish standardized guiding principles for the identification and research of New Cosmetic Ingredients. It offers comprehensive information on NCI categorization, as well as the research content of and naming requirements for NCIs.
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Stay Current: China’s Cosmetic Safety Assessment Regulatory Landscape
Under the current regulatory framework, cosmetics registrants and notifiers can continue to submit a simplified version of the safety assessment report during the registration or notification process until May 1, 2025. Following this deadline, a full version of the safety assessment will be mandated. To facilitate a smooth transition, China is planning to release a set of technical guidelines.
China’s Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (STSC) and Its Updates
The current cosmetic technical standard STSC 2015 specifies the cosmetics' general safety standards, prohibited/restricted/permitted ingredients and testing methods. It is revised aperiodically in response to changing trade practices in the industry. China is planning to issue a new version of STSC.
Cannabis Cosmetics Regulatory Updates in the Asia Pacific Region
Cannabis cosmetics are undoubtedly one of the hottest products across the globe in recent years, but with few regulations. To assist cosmetics companies to avoid compliance risks and seize market opportunity, ChemLinked has compiled the regulations.
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