Towards a postponement of the ban on styrenic packaging to 2030
Article 23 of the Climate & Resilience Act banspackaging made from non-recyclable styrenic polymers from January 2025. This ban applies to materials that cannot be recycled and cannot be integrated into a recycling chain, including primary,secondary and transport packaging. Although the law is not yet in force, discussions in the Senate areproposing a postponement of this ban to 2030. All economic sectors, including cosmetics, are concerned, whether they come from French orforeign players. While awaiting legislative confirmation, companies need to anticipate this change by looking for more sustainable solutions for their packaging.
[Source : Séance du 4 juin 2024 du Sénat report de l’interdiction des polymères non recyclables].
European Commission Seeks Expert Advice on Cosmetic Ingredients
The European Commission has requested the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) to provide scientific opinions regarding the safety ofspecific fragrances and UV filters utilized in cosmetic products. Notable substances under review include:
- Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) (CASNo. 25013-16-5, EC No. 246-563-8),identified as a potential endocrine disruptor.
- Benzophenone-2 (BP-2) (CAS No. 131-55-5, EC No. 205-028-9) and
- Benzophenone-5(BP-5) (CAS No. 6628-37-1, EC No. 613-918-7), also potential endocrine disruptors
- Tea Tree Oil (CAS/EC No. 68647-73-4/285-377-1): CMR exemption.
- Methyl Salicylate (methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; CAS/EC No. 119-36-8/204-317-7).
- Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl HexylBenzoate (CAS/EC No. 302776-68-7/443-860-6).[
[Source : Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety(SCCS) Meeting of the Working Group onCosmetic Ingredients in Cosmetic Products -Luxembourg, 10 October 2024].
1,4-dioxane: an update on this carcinogenic solvent and source of contamination
1,4-dioxane has recently been detected incertain areas of the Île-de-France region,notably in the waters of the River Oise and certain water treatment plants, although the levels measured are well below the thresholds considered hazardous to health.Île-de-France Water Syndicate (SEDIF) claims that the concentrations observedare well below the limit recommended by the World Health Organization (50 μg/L),and that the drinking water remains safe for human consumption. [1]
This compound is a colorless liquid that dissolves easily in water. It is mainly usedas a solvent in the manufacture of chemicals, and as a laboratory reagent. Because of its properties, it is often presentin industrial processes, but it is also classified as a contaminant of concern for the environment and human health, notably because of its suspected carcinogenic potential. [2] In addition to its presence in water, this compound is also found in airand cosmetics.
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[Source : [1] SEDIF, Service Public de l’Eau. « Articles du Parisien sur le 1,4-dioxane en Ile-de-France : on fait le point » le 26 aout 2024. Disponible en ligne : https://www.sedif.com/articlesduparisiensurle14dioxaneeniledefrancefaitlepoint
[2] ATSDR Toxicological Profile for 1,4 Dioxane – 2012. Disponible en ligne: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/ToxProfiles/tp187.pdf].