On October 3, 2025, the European Commission published (EU) 2025/1988 in the Official Journal, amending Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation (Restrictions) to include item 82, which sets forth control requirements for PFAS in firefighting foams. The revised regulation will take effect on October 23, 2025. This amendment marks a significant step towards comprehensive PFAS regulation in the EU. The firefighting foam industry should pay close attention to this revision, and other industries should continue to monitor the EU's progress in regulating PFAS across all sectors.

On October 15, 2025, the European Commission formally adopted Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/2067, adjusting the registration fee standards under the EU REACH.

The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment has evolved from a single European directive into a complex web of global regulations. For manufacturers and exporters, ensuring compliance across different markets is crucial but challenging. CIRS Testing offers a comprehensive, one-stop solution, providing expert RoHS testing and compliance services for all major international regulations, ensuring your products meet market access requirements worldwide.

On October 9, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced that the Member State Committee (MSC) unanimously agreed during its October meeting to classify 1,1’-(1,2-ethanediyl)bis[pentabromobenzene] (Decabromodiphenyl Ethane, DBDPE) as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC). ECHA plans to officially publish the notice in November 2025, adding it to the SVHC Candidate List. This move will further advance the phase-out of brominated flame retardants.

This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of September 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.

Since the concept of New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) was introduced, various methods including in vitro approaches, Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC), and computational models have gained favor among toxicological assessment experts. With the increasing capabilities of computational models, key toxicological endpoints such as acute toxicity, skin/eye irritation, sensitization, chronic toxicity, genotoxicity, carcinogenicity, reproductive and developmental toxicity, and toxicokinetics can now be predicted using QSAR models.

Before April 15, 2028, the concentration of Dechlorane Plus and its isomers in substances, mixtures, or articles shall not exceed 1000 mg/kg (0.1%).

On September 25, 2025, the National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued Announcement No. 6 of 2025, releasing 32 new national food safety standards and 2 amendments. Among these, four standards related to food contact materials include: GB 4806.10-2025 Coatings and Coatings for Use with Food Contact Materials and Articles GB 4806.16-2025 Silicone Rubber Materials and Products for Food Contact GB 31604.21-2025 Determination of Migration of Benzoic Acid, Phthalic Acid, and Terephthalic Acid in Food Contact Materials and Products GB 31604.64-2025 Determination of Migration of Citrate and Sebacate Compounds in Food Contact Materials and Products

Think of your scalp as an extension of your facial skin—in fact, scalp is the second most sensitive area on your head, just after the eye contour. It's the vital "soil" from which your hair grows, home to more than 100,000 follicles and a rich supply of nerves and blood vessels. Today, with the rising quality of life, people place a greater emphasis on skin care, with (scalp care also encompassed). Since the scalp and hair significantly influence facial and overall aesthetics, the interest in scalp wellness is surging. Consequently, finding effective ways to assess scalp health has become a pressing need.

PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have become a globally critical issue due to their impact on the environment and health. Due to their extreme chemical stability, they are virtually indestructible in the environment, accumulating in soil, water sources, and even human bodies for decades, earning them the nickname "forever chemicals." Commonly used in food contact materials, textiles, electronics, and daily chemical products, PFAS are often employed as waterproof and oil-resistant coatings, surfactants, or additives. Studies have linked PFAS to serious health issues such as cancer, immune system suppression, liver damage, and developmental delays in children.