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Sep 23, 2009 | 08:12 AM CDT

Comparatively Speaking: US FDA Categories of Hand Sanitizer Actives

Anthony J. O’Lenick, Jr. turns to David R. Macinga, PhD, and James W. Arbogast, PhD, to explain the differences between the US FDA categories used to classify hand sanitizer actives.

Sep 22, 2009 | 12:43 PM CDT

REACH Update: Downstream User Obligations, Identified Uses and Use Descriptors

By: Annelie Struessmann, PhD, CONUSBAT

Within REACH, downstream user responsibilities for risk management measures arise when an eSDS is received from a chemical supplier with an annexed ES.

Sep 17, 2009 | 05:50 PM CDT

Clariant Launches its EcoTain Label for Eco-friendly Products

Clariant's EcoTain Label

Clariant has launched its EcoTain label to support the cosmetic and personal care industry’s commitment to choosing more natural, eco-friendly products and formulation concepts.

Sep 15, 2009 | 04:59 PM CDT

AHPA Supports Organic Certification of Soaps by NOP

The American Herbal Products Association filed comments in support of a document drafted by the US Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program that suggests certifying and labeling soaps "organic" or "made with" under the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA).

Sep 14, 2009 | 10:59 AM CDT

Foaming Scrub Lot Recalled Due to Bacteria Presence

Arbonne International LLC has voluntarily recalled a lot of Seasource Detox Spa Foaming Sea Salt Scrub due to the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Aug 25, 2009 | 10:39 AM CDT

NAD Urges Cessation of Botox-like Claims for One Antiwrinkle Product

The National Advertising Division (NAD) has recommended that the Botox-like claims made for one OTC wrinkle treatment be discontinued after the test data submitted was deemed insufficient.

Aug 19, 2009 | 09:27 AM CDT

REACH Update: Exposure Assessment Elements

By: Annelie Struessmann, PhD, CONUSBAT

For each exposure scenario (ES), an exposure estimation and risk characterization must be included in the chemical safety report to demonstrate the risks are controlled. The ES must be annexed to the safety data sheet.

Aug 19, 2009 | 09:18 AM CDT

EPA Announces Public Comment Period for Nano TiO2 in Sunscreen

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has opened the investigation of nanoscale titanium dioxide in water treatment and topical sunscreen with a draft document and a call for public comment.

Aug 18, 2009 | 10:26 AM CDT

Accutane's Exit Could Fuel the Development of Topical Acne Treatments

Roche Holding AG has pulled its oral acne medication Accutane (isotretinoin), which could pave the way for its increased topical use or for the development of new topical treatments for severe acne.

Jul 30, 2009 | 01:13 PM CDT

Labeling Claims

By: David C. Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates

Little is more confusing to marketers and cosmetic formulators than product claims regulations. Questions regarding the rules commonly arise.