The European Commission has recently introduced Regulation (EU) 2023/1490, an amendment to EU cosmetics regulation. In this blog post, we’ll break down the key points of this regulation and what it means for cosmetic manufacturers selling into the EU. CMRs Added to the Annex II The primary objective of the new regulation 2023/1490 is to...
In response to rising concerns about fragrance allergies, Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 introduces important changes to allergen listing on cosmetic labelling. In this blog post we will explore the rationale behind the regulation, the newly identified fragrance allergens, and the new concentration thresholds that trigger labelling. Fragrance Allergens Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 is an amendment to Regulation...
Last month, the UK Court of Appeal delivered a landmark decision that has a positive impact on the UK CBD Flower market. Businesses selling CBD Flower, known for its non-psychoactive properties, have faced a legal quagmire due to the outdated laws on cannabis. However, this recent ruling brings hope to businesses and consumers alike. In...
The UK e-cigarette regulator, MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency), recently sent out a newsletter to e-cigarette producers, covering various important topics. In this blog post, we will highlight some of the key points discussed in the newsletter, including Adverse Reaction reporting, brand name regulations, and the requirement for a UK Affiliate. Initial Comments...
The Argument Disposable vapes are probably partly responsible for lower smoking rates in youths and adults. However, this type of vape is popular among youths and vaping in youths is on the rise. A reasonable person One could argue that no youth should start vaping, especially if they have never smoked before. But haven’t we...
