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J&J's Second Talc-related Bankruptcy Attempt Denied
For a second time this year, the courts have ruled against Johnson & Johnson's (J&J's) appeal to file for bankruptcy under the subsidiary LTL Management to settle talc-related suits.
Regional
FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Cosmetics Company Product Registration and Submission
Cruelty-free/Halal
European Commission to Expedite Phasing Out of Animal Testing
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Natural & Sustainable Sensory Modification – Verdessence RiceTouch
Polymers are traditionally sourced from petroleum, which consumers may associate negatively with fossil fuels and environmental damage. The beauty of biopolymers lies in their sustainability, as they’re derived from the cells of living organisms.
Claims/Labeling
FDA Finalizes Guidance on DTC Drug, Biologicals Promotional Labeling
While cosmetics are not drugs, the industry could take inspiration from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) guidance from the Office of Prescription Drug Promotion on labeling direct-to-consumer (DTC) drugs and biological products.
Safety
J&J's Talc Bankruptcy Settlement to be Put to the Test
Reuters reports J&J's second appeal for a proposed $8.9 billion settlement and bankruptcy claim through subsidiary LTL Management will be tested this week as a New Jersey judge reconsiders the company's eligibility.
Animal Alternatives
Canada Officially Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics
On June 22, 2023, Canadian officials passed measures through the Budget Implementation Act, Bill C-47, prohibiting the sale of cosmetics that rely on new animal testing data to establish product safety.
Claims/Labeling
[updated] Fragrance Allergen Labeling Requirements in 7 Regions + 45 EU Additions
This article from Chemlinked compiles information on major regions with regulations for fragrance allergen labeling and their requirements. Legislation in progress also is mentioned. [Update: On July 26, 2023, the EU added 45 new entries to the Annex.]
Animal Alternatives
Canada Commits to End Animal Tox Testing While MoCRA Misses the Mark
Bill S-5 in Canada has passed with royal assent to end animal testing for chemical toxicity; cosmetics are expected to be next. Meanwhile, MoCRA in the U.S. missed the chance to address this major industry issue, one source critiques.
Safety
Endocrine Disruptors in the EU, SCCS Opinions and NGO Pressure to Crack Down
From November 2022–February 2023, organizations in seven European Union member states tested 121 products and found bisphenols of high concern in 47 of them, per Chemical Watch. NGOs are urging regulators to impose stricter regulation on all bisphenols.
Regulations
RIFM and Korean Institute Finalize Fragrance Safety Assessment and Regulatory Information Collab
RIFM president Anne Marie Api, PhD., commented, “The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding, or MoU, with KCII marks another significant step forward in ensuring that the world can safely enjoy their favorite fragranced products."
Safety
11 Changes to SCCS Guides for Cosmetics Safety Testing — Plus a Note on 'Nano'
The European Union's (EU's) Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) recently updated its notes of guidance (NoG) for cosmetics and cosmetic ingredient safety testing, emphasizing alternatives to animal testing and more.
Claims/Labeling
ASA Rules Wild Cosmetics Deodorant Claims are Misleading
The UK-registered Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) upheld its ruling that a Dec. 2, 2022, YouTube ad and information posted on the website of deodorant manufacturer Wild Cosmetics misled consumers. The ad can no longer appear in the original form.
Regulations
Washington State Law Addresses Cosmetic Chemicals Targeting 'Vulnerable' Populations
As of January 1, 2025, the law prevents the manufacture, sale and distribution of products containing the targeted materials.