The European Commission’s €550 million fine against AliExpress under the Digital Services Act marks a major shift in marketplace enforcement. While the decision targets the platform, manufacturers and sellers should expect stricter compliance checks, stronger product verification requirements, and greater scrutiny when selling products in the EU.
Learn the difference between consumer and laboratory patch testing, the EU rules for hair dyes and skincare, and the key 2026 Cosmetics Regulation updates. Discover how new allergen labelling, CPSR requirements, and compliance obligations affect brands, manufacturers, and Responsible Persons.
Starting 12 August 2026, the EU’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) replaces Directive 94/62/EC with a single, harmonized law across all 27 Member States. Applying to all economic operators—including manufacturers, importers, and online marketplaces—the PPWR introduces immediate requirements from day one with no grace period, including PFAS restrictions on food-contact packaging, technical documentation, tracking information, and EU Declarations of Conformity for all packaging formats.
Food and cosmetics fall under two distinct legal frameworks, each with its regulatory requirements and obligations.
This article outlines the key differences between the Food Business Operator (FBO) and the Cosmetic Responsible Person (RP), and explains how these roles apply differently to products entering the European market in 2026.
Mineral or chemical sunscreen – which is actually safer under EU law? As sunscreen regulations continue to evolve in 2026, understanding authorised UV filters, nanoparticle requirements, and environmental claims is becoming increasingly important.
On 31 July 2026, a new European Union regulatory requirement affecting the majority of cosmetic products will become applicable. By this date, beauty brands placing products on the EU market must ensure that their labels include – where applicable – the disclosure of 56 additional fragrance allergens in the ingredient list.
Through our partnership with the Independent Beauty Association and our sponsorship of the Fiscal Note U.S. Policy Map, we equip beauty brands with real-time regulatory insights and expert support, helping them stay compliant with MoCRA and confidently navigate the U.S. market.
The year 2026 brings numerous regulatory deadlines affecting cosmetic product labelling across several territories, including the European Union, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Canada, and the United States.
The European Commission has announced new cosmetics compliance deadlines affecting Retinol, Triclosan, and several nanomaterials. From late 2025, products containing these ingredients must meet stricter safety limits or be withdrawn from the EU market. Learn what these changes mean for your formulations and labelling.
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