On March 25, 2022, EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) provided preliminary scientific advice on Triclocarban (CAS No. 101-20-2) and Triclosan (CAS No. 3380-34-5). The advice is open for comments until May 27, 2022. 1
Based on the safety assessment carried out in consideration of all available information, including the potential endocrine effects, the SCCS considers the use of Triclocarban and Triclosan in cosmetic products safe with the following use restrictions:
| Substance Identification | Restrictions | |||
| Name | CAS No. | Function | Product Type | Maximum Concentration |
| Triclocarban | 101-20-2 | Preservative | / | 0.2% |
| Functions other than preservative | Rinse-off products | 1.5% when used individually or in combination | ||
| Triclosan | 3380-34-5 | Preservative | Shower gel, hand soap and body lotion | 0.03% when used individually or in combination |
| Mouthwash | 0.2% when used individually or in combination | |||
| Toothpaste, deodorant stick, face powder and blemish concealer | 0.3% when used individually or in combination | |||
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