In January 2025, EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) issued preliminary opinions on butylparaben (CAS No. 94-26-8), salicylic acid (CAS No. 69-72-7), and methyl salicylate (CAS No. 119-36-8), focusing on their use in cosmetics intended for children. Taking into account the comments received during the public consultation, SCCS released final opinions on these substances on May 2, 2025.1-3
Below are the key conclusions from the SCCS's final opinions on the three substances, with revisions from the preliminary assessment highlighted in red.