On July 28, 2023, Regulation 1545/2023 amending Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 was issued and will be published on August 17 for implementation.
This new regulatory update undoubtedly presents additional challenges for our companies. Regulation 1545/2023 introduces stricter standards for the safety of ingredients and formulations for cosmetic products. It amends Annex 3 (Regulated Substances) of Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 by increasing the number of allergenic substances from 24 to 82. These 58 additional natural or synthetic substances must appear on our labels whenever they are included in the composition of our products in concentrations greater than 0.01% for rinse-off products and 0.001% for leave-on products, as previously.
These substances include, among others, the following natural substances:
- Essential oils and extracts of:
- Atlas cedar
- Pine
- Patchouli
- Rose
- Verveine absolutes
- The essential oil of:
- Lemon
- Sweet orange
- Eucalyptus
- Mint, Spearmint, and Peppermint
- Narcissus
- Sandalwood
They must be listed as such, but any other allergenic substances they contain must also be listed where applicable. For example, for Sweet Orange essential oil, not only must the allergens Limonene and Linalool (where applicable) be listed, but also «... Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Linalool» (where applicable).
This constraint could require significant adjustments to our labeling processes and updates to our DIPs.
Similarly, the 51st amendment to the IFRA imposes new restrictions on a dozen fragrances. These include geraniol and eugenol, which are very commonly used in our products and for which the maximum permitted levels have been reduced.
Please feel free to consult our article regarding the changes made by the 51st amendment.
We fully understand that these new regulations may be perceived as a constraint on our activities. However, it is essential to emphasize that compliance with these enhanced standards is crucial to ensuring consumer safety and maintaining confidence in our products.
As a supplier of solutions for the cosmetics and soap industry, our goal is to support you during this transition period. We are ready to provide you with the expertise you need to understand and implement these new regulatory requirements.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss the specific challenges your company faces and the steps we can take together to overcome these obstacles.
Let's remain united and turn these regulatory constraints into opportunities for growth and continuous improvement for our industry.
