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Dec 17, 2008 | 07:45 AM CST
EU Advises: Avoid Supply Disruption by Submitting Non-EINECS Substances
The European Commission has addressed chemicals that do not have established EINECS numbers--an issue that is known to affect non-EU cosmetics firms in particular. In related news, the ECHA announced an opening for chair of its risk assessment committee.
Dec 02, 2008 | 05:55 PM CST
Colipa Supports Directive Review
Colipa supports the vote by the European Parliament’s Environment Committee, agreeing with the European Commission to review the Cosmetics Directive.
Nov 12, 2008 | 11:13 AM CST
Europe Harmonizes Organic Cosmetic Regulation with the COSMOS Standard
Europe has harmonized organic personal care standards with the launch of the European Cosmetics Standards Working Group's Cosmetics Organic Standard.
Nov 05, 2008 | 10:04 AM CST
Framework Adopted from Animal Alternative Cooperation
A framework has been adopted to increase international cooperation, collaboration and communication on alternative test methods.
Oct 29, 2008 | 09:15 AM CDT
REACH-IT System Update Speeds Progress
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has adjusted the REACH-IT system, which the agency reports has improved the performance of online and bulk pre-registrations for REACH.
Oct 07, 2008 | 03:09 PM CDT
REACH Update: Pre-registration
In a Sept. 19 news alert, the ECHA noted that some pre-registrations may not be valid, primarily because phase-in obligations were not fulfilled, or the Only Representative status did not comply with provisions of the REACH regulation.
Sep 17, 2008 | 08:26 AM CDT
REACH SIN List of Chemicals Released, Cosmetics Included
The International Chemical Secretariat (ChemSec) has released its REACH "Substitute It Now" (SIN) list including cosmetic chemicals that several NGO groups urge companies replace.
Sep 08, 2008 | 02:27 PM CDT
REACH Update: Pre-registration—A Case Report
The REACH substance inventory was created using a spreadsheet, and its consistent and precise transfer quickly made it an important management tool for REACH compliance processes.
Sep 03, 2008 | 09:28 AM CDT
EU to Invite Scientists as Risk Assessment Advisors
The European Commission announced plans to invite scientists to join its risk assessment and other scientific committees to provide scientific advice on consumer safety, public health and the environment.
Sep 02, 2008 | 10:34 AM CDT
CTPA Responds to Report on Cosmetics Blocking Androgens in Male Fetuses
The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) has responded to reports questioning the safety of perfumes and scented body lotion for unborn males.