New SCCS Mandate for Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)

New SCCS Mandate for Tea Tree Oil

On 2 October 2024, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) adopted a new mandate to review the safety of tea tree oil in cosmetic products.  This review is part of the proposed harmonised classification of tea tree oil as a CMR.  The terms of...
SAG-CS Opinion on Dihydroxyacetone (DHA)

SAG-CS Opinion on Dihydroxyacetone (DHA)

On 24 October 2024, the Scientific Advisory Group on Chemical Safety in Consumer Products (SAG-CS) published its opinion on dihydroxyacetone (DHA). Based on the evidence available to the SAG-CS, the group concluded that DHA is safe for use by adults, at the below...