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UK Cosmetic Regulations

UK Cosmetics Regulation 2026: 4-MBC Ban, CMR Substances & New Labelling Rules

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UK Amends Cosmetics Regulation with New Ingredient Prohibitions and Restrictions (SI 2026/23) On 15 January 2026, the UK Government laid before Parliament a significant amendment to the retained UK Cosmetics Regulation. The Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2026, known as SI 2026/23, introduces sweeping changes […]

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Cosmetic Recycling Symbols & EPR Packaging Regulations

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Cosmetic Recycling Symbols and EPR Packaging Regulations for Cosmetics in Europe and the UK Introduction Cosmetic companies entering the European and UK markets face increasing pressure to comply with cosmetic recycling symbols regulations and mandatory EPR packaging regulations cosmetics requirements. These obligations ensure packaging is recyclable, clearly labeled, and that producers take financial responsibility for

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UK Implements Ban on 64 Harmful Substances and Limits Kojic Acid in Cosmetics

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UK Implements Ban on 64 Harmful Substances and Limits Kojic Acid in Cosmetics   On December 17, 2024, the UK government announced new cosmetic safety regulations under Statutory Instrument 2024 No. 1334. These changes include banning 64 substances classified as Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Reprotoxic (CMR) and imposing stricter rules on the use of kojic acid,

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