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South Korea expands prohibited expressions in cosmetic labelling and advertising: New regulations effective 2025

Feb 10, 2025 | South Korea expands prohibited expressions in cosmetic labelling and advertising: New regulations effective 2025

On January 21, 2025, South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) released updated regulations for advertising and labelling of cosmetics to prevent false or exaggerated claims and guide the...

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Taiwan proposes new labelling requirements for spices and cosmetic products

Feb 10, 2025 | Taiwan proposes new labelling requirements for spices and cosmetic products

On January 27, 2025, Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration and Ministry of Health and Welfare proposed new labelling requirements for specific essence and spice ingredients.  The purpose of this order...

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ECHA Publishes Single Programming Document for 2025–2027: Focus on Chemical Safety Sustainability and Digital Transformation
ECHA Publishes Single Programming Document for 2025–2027: Focus on Chemical Safety Sustainability and Digital Transformation
Feb 07, 2025

On 3 February 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published its Single Programming Document for 2025–2027, outlining its strategic objectives and regulatory actions for the next three years. Th...

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Malaysia Updates Cosmetic Product Regulations: New Bans and Restrictions Announced
Malaysia Updates Cosmetic Product Regulations: New Bans and Restrictions Announced
Feb 07, 2025

The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of Malaysia has issued Circular No. 3/2024, detailing significant updates to the "Guidelines for Control of Cosmetic Products in Malaysia". These r...

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Thailand Tightens Regulations on Titanium Dioxide in Cosmetics
Thailand Tightens Regulations on Titanium Dioxide in Cosmetics
Feb 07, 2025

Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has implemented new regulations on titanium dioxide (TiO₂) in cosmetics, focusing on its use as a colorant, UV filter, and ingredient in various formulati...

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US - Key Regulatory Insights 2024
US - Key Regulatory Insights 2024
Feb 06, 2025

The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) regulates chemical manufacturing, importation, and use in the U.S. Since its 2016 amendment under the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act (New TSCA), the Environment...

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