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Transparency on the Rise: Data on 15,000 Chemicals Released

The ECHA took steps toward chemical transparency by releasing data on 15,000 chemical substances, reducing the need for animal testing and encouraging in-depth analysis.

NICEATM Requests Info on the Murine Local Lymph Node Assay

The US National Toxicology Program (NTP), Interagency Center for the Evaluation of Alternative Toxicological Methods (NICEATM) has requested comments, nominations of scientific experts and submission of data on the murine local lymph node assay.

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New Jersey Bans the Sale of Out-of-State Cosmetics Tested on Animals

While the state had already banned animal testing for cosmetics where alternative methods exist, the law extends its reach to ban the sale of such cosmetics from outside of the state.

ICCVAM Requests Info on Skin Sensitization Testing

The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM) has requested the submission of new science or information on alternative test methods or testing strategies for skin sensitization, as part of a plan of action to advance this area.

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Australia to Ban Animal Testing on Cosmetics

The bills that will dictate regulatory framework are currently before parliament.

ICCVAM Requests Info on Skin Sensitization Testing

The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM) has requested the submission of new science or information on alternative test methods or testing strategies for skin sensitization, as part of a plan of action to advance this area.

India Bans Importation of Cosmetics Tested on Animals

On Oct. 13, 2014, India's Ministry of Health and Welfare made an addition to its Drugs and Cosmetics Rules that prohibited the importation of cosmetics that are tested on animals.

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ECHA on Combining Animal Alternative Data to Assess Sensitization

The ECHA recently published guidance for REACH registrants on reliably combining different sources of animal alternative-derived test data to assess the skin sensitizing potential of chemicals.

Patent Pick: Approach to Screen Actives on ECM In situ

Patent Picks are chosen by the editors from publicly available sources. Today's feature describes an immunological technique to screen for the effects of new cosmetic or pharma actives on ECM molecules in situ.

NICEATM Calls for Scientific Experts and Data on Eye Testing

The National Toxicology Program Interagency Center for the Evaluation of Alternative Toxicological Methods (NICEATM) is looking for scientific experts and data for a scientific review panel.

State of São Paulo in Brazil Bans Cosmetic Testing on Animals

This ban in the Brazilian state follows a ban from India, Israel and the European Union, as well as debate and potential regulation changes in countries like China.

EPAA Reports on a Year of Progress Towards Animal Testing Reduction

The EPAA recently presented a report covering the actions made toward the replacement, reduction and refinement of animal testing.

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Laying Down the Law: Global Regulatory Frameworks

Shifting regulations have much of the world looking to follow Europe's example. Here, what to consider as you move forward in the regulatory process.

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Animal Testing's in the Hot Seat in Korea

Activists for alternatives to animal testing and industry groups hosted a forum to pressure Korea's lawmakers to prioritize investment in new approaches to cosmetics safety testing.

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The Body Shop Urges Canadian Animal Testing Ban

The Canadian government is currently reviewing a ban on cosmetic animal testing, and is being lobbied by consumer brand The Body Shop.

Biochip Takes the Next Step Toward Replacing Animal Testing

Researchers at Rensselaer, the University of California-Berkeley, and Solidus Biosciences Inc. have developed a biochip that can mimic the effects of metabolism and analyze materials for toxicity.

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Will the U.S. Finally Ban Animal Testing for Cosmetics?

It's been attempted before, so will U.S. legislators succeed this time in a nationwide ban against animal testing for cosmetics? The U.S. Humane Society believes so; and it appears the industry is on board.

Researchers Mimic the Lymphatic System in Animal Alternative Chip

A chip created by L'Oréal and Hurel Corp. is designed to replace the local lymph node assay, a test often performed on cosmetic raw materials. In addition to saving animals, the chip is also said to be less expensive than animal testing. Hurel developed the working microfluidic portion of the chip.

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