From 1 July 2025, the EU will enforce new limits on Homosalate in cosmetics, allowing a max of 7.34% in face products. Reformulation may be required to ensure compliance.
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In-country representative for cosmetics sold on Canadian market
Discover Health Canada’s update requiring a Canadian-based representative for foreign cosmetic brands and how Obelis can help with compliance.
Responsible Person and Authorised Representative under GPSR: new EU requirements for general products
Discover the new EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) requirements effective 13 December 2024. Learn about the role of Responsible Person and Authorised Representative (EAR) to ensure product compliance in the EU market.
New Regulation for general products applies from December 2024
From 13 December 2024, the new EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) applies, requiring stricter safety measures and a Responsible Person for all products.
New Toy Safety Regulation and the Digital Product Passport: upcoming changes for the toy industry
The update aims to address shortcomings in protecting children from toy-related risks, notably concerning hazardous chemicals.
Main regulatory developments to follow in 2024
Find out the 2024 updates regarding Medical devices, In-Vitro diagnostics, cosmetics, construction products, toys and more!
What is CE Marking?
A definitive guide to CE marking in Europe. Discover what a CE marking is, what products require a CE mark, and why a CE mark is required on the EU market.
Covid tests under IVDR – How to sell them on the EU market?
The new EU Regulation on in vitro diagnostic devices (IVDR), applicable since May 26, 2022, affected the classification and compliance process of COVID-19 tests.
Endocrine Disruptors — The revision of the CLP Regulation
The EU proposal aims to introduce new hazard classes based on scientific criteria for endocrine disruptors as well as other chemicals which can accumulate in living organisms or enter the water cycle.
Upcoming restrictions for single-use plastic packaging (PFAS) in Belgium
In November 2022, the Belgian government notified the EU of a draft Royal Decree to limit the placing on the market of single-use plastic products. Read all the details in our article!