The SCCS published the Scientific Advice on the safety of nanomaterials in cosmetics, shedding some light on this rather obscure aspect of the cosmetic industry.
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Central traceability system & implant cards mandatory as of May 2021
As of May 1, 2021, notification of the insertion and removal of implantable devices will become mandatory in Belgium for stents, mechanical cardiac and ophthalmological implants, and some other implants
EU Chemicals Strategy: road to a toxic-free environment
The EU Chemical Strategy for Sustainability aims to build a zero-pollution environment in line with Europe’s new agreement towards a toxic-free Union: The Green Deal.
What is going to be the consequence of Brexit for the labelling of aerosols in the UK?
In September 2020, a guidance was issued on the use of the UKCA mark from January 1, 2021, as a substitute for the CE mark on the UK market.
Food Supplements in the EU: regulatory framework & national registrations
Regulatory Framework & National Registrations information for manufacturers who want to place their products in the EU market.
Webinar: Cannabidiol (CBD)
Cannabis and its related components pose specific challenges to compliance with the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009/EC, main regulatory framework for cosmetics
Current alternatives to animal testing in Europe: SCCS publishes the last updates
With Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009, Europe proclaimed a total ban on animal testing for cosmetic products and their ingredients to avoid any animal suffering for cosmetic reasons.
Surveillance activities of medical devices in Italy: First report of the Competent Authority released!
The Italian Ministry of Health published first report on the surveillance activity it carries out on medical devices to ensure only safe and effective devices are circulating on the national territory.
CBD acceptability in the EU after the latest ECJ judgement
The Kanavape Case (C-663/18) judgment provides some much-needed clarity over the status of CBD in the EU and whether it should be classified as a narcotic substance.
Webinar: EU rules on Labels & Claims for Cosmetics
It is crucial to remember the importance of Regulation (EU) No 655/2013, regulating the common criteria for the justification of claims on cosmetic products.