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Jun 09, 2009 | 09:30 AM CDT
FDA Finds Harmful Bacteria in Antimicrobial Products
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers to avoid the use of Clarcon skin products. According to the FDA, there is a risk of bacterial contamination associated with the products.
Jun 01, 2009 | 11:43 AM CDT
'Nessie' and The Precautionary Principle
By: Johann W. Wiechers, PhD, JW Solutions
Academia continues to conduct experiments demonstrating that nanoparticles do not penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin but skeptics and activist groups do not accept this evidence.
May 18, 2009 | 09:56 AM CDT
FDA Recalls Face Paint Due to Adverse Reactions
The FDA has learned of a cluster of adverse events in children exposed to various colors of the face paint. All exposures occurred on the same day at an organized event and included rashes, itchiness, burning sensation, and swelling where the face paints were applied.
May 05, 2009 | 05:03 PM CDT
REACH Update: ECHA Urges Companies to Organize SIEFs
By: Annelie Struessman, PhD, CONUSBAT
In a fact sheet dated Apr. 24, 2009, the ECHA reminded REACH preregistrants that it is urgent to become involved in SIEF activities as soon as possible since deadlines for registration are extremely tight.
Apr 30, 2009 | 09:42 AM CDT
International Groups Unite to Develop Animal Alternatives
Global efforts to promote alternatives to animal testing were united at the April 27, 2009, meeting in Brussels via the signing of an agreement by international bodies.
Apr 29, 2009 | 04:48 PM CDT
FDA Recalls Nail Polish Remover After Burn Reports
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a statement recalling of Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover due to a possible health risk.
Apr 14, 2009 | 01:42 PM CDT
Recent ATPs and Their Effect in the EU and Abroad
By: David C. Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates
The recast of the directive, known as the 8th Amendment, has been proposed. This amendment currently is in review by the European Parliament and Council of Ministers. If an agreement is reached, the personal care industry will see many sweeping changes, as reported in the June 2008 edition of this column.
Apr 07, 2009 | 10:40 AM CDT
REACH Update: Establishing REACH Penalties
By: Annelie Struessmann, PhD, CONUSBAT
EU member states are expected to establish penalties for anticipated REACH infringements and ensure their implementation. Since the deadline to establish penalities has passed with only partial participation, the ECHA has provided a forum to assist member states with this process.
Apr 07, 2009 | 09:40 AM CDT
The Council Urges US to Eliminate Mexican Tariffs
The Personal Care Products Council has issued a statement urging the United States to eliminate tariffs imposed by Mexico on products such as makeup, skin care, hair care and more.
Apr 01, 2009 | 10:51 AM CDT
Organic and Natural: Caveat Emptor
By: David C. Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates
Previous columns have discussed Canadian Natural Health Products regulations but have steered clear of the natural and organic debate, although this author previously published an article that debates animal versus vegetable ingredients, in which he explains that a chemical is a chemical regardless of its origin; a molecule of glycerin is just that, whether from natural sources like animal or vegetable fat, or from petroleum or biodiesel sources.