On April 24 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued final opinion (SCCS/1685/25) on Cannabidiol (CBD) (CAS No. 13956-29- 1).
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On 28 April 2026, the European Commission issued Regulation (EU) 2026/909, which amends and updates the usage rules for multiple cosmetic ingredients, including benzyl salicylate, triphenyl phosphate, HC Yellow No 16 as well as DHHB, etc. This regulation revises Annexes II, III, IV and V of the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
On April 24, 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued final opinion (SCCS/1687/25) on Silver (CAS No 7440-22-4) used in cosmetic products. Compared with the preliminary opinion released on December 18, 2025, the final version issued this time has been updated (all updated parts have been indicated in red).
On April 16, 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued final opinion (SCCS/1682/25) on Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) (CAS No. 25013-16-5). Compared to the preliminary opinion issued on 17 November 2025, the final opinion has maintained the same.
Globally, the regulatory landscape for exosome cosmetics exhibits significant variability. This article systematically reviews the management measures, regulations, and ethical standards concerning exosome cosmetics in various countries/regions, including the United States, the European Union, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and mainland China. It explores the context of compliance and prohibitions, as well as their impact on industry development, providing comprehensive global regulatory compliance guidance for cosmetic companies.
In the cosmetics industry, INCI names and CAS numbers are regarded as the "birth certificates" for new ingredients. These identifiers not only establish the identity of the ingredients but also facilitate their recognition and communication in the global market. This article explores the definitions, application processes, and international market applications of INCI names and CAS numbers, aiming to help cosmetic companies better understand their significance.
On February 11, 2026, the European Union officially published new regulations regarding detergents and surfactants (EU) 2026/405, aimed at fully replacing the previous regulations (EC) No 648/2004, which have been in effect for nearly twenty years. The new regulations establish minimum requirements for the biodegradability of surfactants, impose restrictions on the content of phosphates and other phosphate compounds in household laundry detergents and household automatic dishwasher detergents, and introduce the Digital Product Passport (DPP) along with new labeling rules, including provisions related to allergenic fragrances. Companies exporting detergents or surfactants to the EU will need to comply with these regulations.
On 10 February 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued final opinion (SCCS/1686/25) on the safety of Thiomersal (CAS No 54-64-8) and Phenylmercuric salts (CAS No 62-38-4, 94-43-9) as preservatives in cosmetic products.
This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations as of January 2026, including domestic China industry news, newly issued regulations, updates to relevant standards and policies, and regulatory requirements, as well as global regulatory trends in the cosmetics sector. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.
On January 10, 2026, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued the final opinion on hair dye Basic Brown 16 (C009) (CAS No. 26381-41-9) (SCCS/1684/25) and Basic Blue 99 (C059) (CAS No. 68123-13-7)(SCCS/1683/25). This final opinion aligns with the scientific opinion published on November 17, 2025.
