This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of March 2025, covering industry news, newly issued regulations, relevant policy adjustments, and regulatory requirements. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.

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On 3 April, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued preliminary opinion (SCCS/1677/25) on Hydroxyapatite (nano) (CAS No. 1306-06-5). The deadline for comments is set for 30 May, 2025.

On 27 March 2025, the Secretary of State enacted the Cosmetic Products (Restriction of Chemical Substances) Regulations 2025, amending Annex III (List of substances which cosmetic products must not contain except subject to the restrictions laid down) of the UK Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, to restrict the use of methyl salicylate in cosmetic products. The amendment has been laid before parliament on 31 March 2025 and will come into force on 30 September 2025. It applies to England, Wales and Scotland.

On April 29, 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) officially approved 34 mandatory national standards and one amendment to an existing mandatory national standard, including the Amendment to GB 38598-2020: General Requirements for Labels and Instructions of Disinfection Products. This amendment is scheduled to take effect on May 1, 2025.

On 1 April, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued final opinion (SCCS/1672/24) on Benzophenone -1 (CAS No. 131-56-6). The preliminary opinion on Benzophenone -1 was issued on 7 November, 2024.

From March 26 to 27, 2025, CIRS Group was honored to participate in the 25th Regulatory Congress hosted by COSMED, the French Association for SMEs in the Cosmetics Industry, in Paris. The event brought together representatives from key government bodies including the European Commission, the Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF), and Business France, as well as numerous experts from across the cosmetics industry.

To help enterprises stay updated with the policy developments, optimize compliance strategies, and successfully expand into the US market, CIRS is to host a free webinar on April 8, 2025 at 15:30 (GMT). We will focus on the latest U.S. cosmetic regulations, key changes, critical procedures for cosmetic and OTC product entry into the U.S. market, and the FDA regulatory priorities. This webinar is also available in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

CIRS is delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the in-cosmetics global in Amsterdam, Netherland between 8-10 April, 2025. in-cosmetics Global is the leading global event for personal care ingredients uniting top suppliers with finished product manufacturers to inspire tomorrow's cosmetics. With science at its core, it's the premier international platform for innovative breakthroughs in personal care.

We are excited to announce a new strategic cooperation agreement between CIRS Europe and EPY S.R.L, an Italian software company specializing in regulatory compliance solutions. This partnership marks a significant step in enhancing regulatory support and digital solutions for businesses navigating complex compliance requirements.