Tattoos and safety: what European regulations say Tattoos are no longer just a passing fad. From their origins as a form of tribal expression, they have evolved into a global cultural phenomenon, with millions of people choosing each year to have permanent symbols, text, or images inked onto their skin. However, few people realize that […]
SUNSCREEN PRODUCTS: How to Ensure Compliance
During the summer months, market attention increasingly focuses on sunscreen products, but for companies marketing them in Europe, regulatory compliance cannot be a seasonal matter. Sun protection products are classified as cosmetics under Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, but they have certain technical and documentation-related specificities that require special attention from manufacturers, marketing authorization holders, and […]
Certificate of Free Sale for Cosmetics (CLV)
Introduction – What Is the Certificate of Free Sale for Cosmetics and What Is It For? In the European market, cosmetic products may be freely placed on the market without the need to obtain prior authorization from the authorities. The European system, governed by Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, is based on the principle of responsibility […]
Chemical Weapons: Regulations and Requirements for Businesses
Chemistry is everywhere. In the products we formulate, the solvents we use, and the intermediates we purchase.Yet some of these substances—which are perfectly legal in industrial settings—can, when used improperly, become tools for causing harm, posing security threats, or facilitating illegal activities. That is why there are strict regulations governing: chemical weapons and their precursors […]
Explosive precursors: regulations and corporate responsibilities
When it comes to explosives, people immediately think of the finished product.In reality, the real danger does not come from the explosive itself, but from the substances and mixtures that can be used to make it. These are compounds commonly used in industrial processes: acids, peroxides, nitrates, and solvents. They are found in surface treatment […]
Detergent labeling: what changes under Regulation 2023/1545
Introduction For manufacturers of detergents and scented products, the issue of allergens can no longer be put off. Detergent labels must be revised. Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 was adopted as an amendment to Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 regarding the labeling of allergenic fragrances, but its practical impact extends far beyond the cosmetics sector alone: the substances in […]
Cosmetics labeling: what changes under Regulation 2023/1545
Introduction For manufacturers and importers of cosmetics and fragranced products, the issue of allergens on cosmetic labels can no longer be put off. Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 was adopted as an amendment to Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 regarding the labeling of allergenic fragrances. As a result, cosmetic labels must be revised. Its operational impact involves collecting data […]
New Detergents Regulation (EU) 2026/405
Detergents Regulation (EU) 2026/405 A Practical Guide to Understanding What’s Changing The new European regulatory framework for detergents and surfactants has been published: the Regulation (EU) 2026/405, which replaces the historic Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004. The new text is not merely a formal update; rather, it introduces a more modern framework that is more closely […]
Person in charge of cosmetics
Responsible Person for Cosmetics: Obligations, PIF, CPNP Notification, and Labels. When a product is placed on the European market, the person responsible for cosmetics is a mandatory and central figure in ensuring the product’s compliance. In fact, it is not enough to have an effective formula, attractive packaging, and a good marketing strategy: to sell […]
SVHC and REACH Compliance for Sensitive Supply Chains
SVHC and REACH compliance for sensitive supply chains When a company supplies components, mixtures, surface treatments, or technical products to large industrial groups, REACH compliance becomes a practical issue involving supplier qualification, business continuity, and document reliability. This is especially true in supply chains that are highly sensitive to hazardous substance issues, such as defense, […]