Non-conformity is not an anomaly to be hidden or avoided in quality management systems. On the contrary, it is a key indicator of how well an organisation controls its processes, complies with requirements, and responds …
Cosmetic product stability is essential to ensure safety, performance, and regulatory compliance. In this context, two concepts often raise questions: PAO in cosmetics and the expiry date (also referred to as the minimum durability date). …
The planning of proficiency testing programs is a key element for laboratories to demonstrate technical competence, ensure the validity of their results, and comply with applicable accreditation and regulatory requirements. In this context, the 2026 …
Proficiency Testing Programs (PT) are an essential tool for demonstrating the technical competence of laboratories performing testing, analysis, or calibration activities. In regulated environments, where the reliability of analytical results is critical for decision-making, interlaboratory …
Regulation (EU) 2026/78, recently published by the European Commission, represents a new amendment to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. This modification is part of Omnibus VIII, in line with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) …
EN 1275 is a fundamental European standard for the evaluation of the fungicidal and yeasticidal activity of chemical antiseptics and disinfectants. It is a quantitative suspension test designed to demonstrate the efficacy of a product …
The placing of cosmetic product on the European Union market is subject to one of the most stringent regulatory frameworks worldwide. Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 establishes the obligations that manufacturers, importers, and responsible persons must …
EN 14476 is the European reference standard for the evaluation of the virucidal activity of chemical antiseptics and disinfectants intended for human, medical, and institutional hygiene. Its relevance has increased significantly in recent years due …
What Is The CPSR And Why Is It Mandatory The CPSR (Cosmetic Product Safety Report) is the safety report required under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 for a cosmetic product to be legally placed on the …
The cosmetics regulation 2025 cycle in the EU has brought new bans, SCCS opinions, and restrictions that require urgent reformulation strategies. Between new bans, stricter restrictions, and updated scientific opinions from the Scientific Committee on …
