Cuminaldehyde:
On July 29, 2026, the EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) was tasked with evaluating the safety of cuminaldehyde as a constituent in natural complex substances used in cosmetics following its CMR 1B classification. Managed under Article 31 for Natural Complex Substances, the mandate covers specific max concentration limits across various product types for adults and children over 10 (ranging from 0.001% for lip products to 0.04% for leave-on hair products) as well as children under 10 (ranging from 0.000002% for oral care to 0.0001% for leave-on products). The SCCS has nine months to deliver its final opinion.
p-cymene:
On July 29, 2026, the EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) was tasked with evaluating the safety of p-cymene as a constituent in natural complex substances used in cosmetics following its CMR 1B classification under the CLP Regulation. Processed under Article 31 for Natural Complex Substances, the mandate outlines specific proposed concentration limits across various cosmetic categories for individuals over 10 years old (ranging from 0.022% in oral care to 0.3% in fragrance products) and children under 10 (ranging from 0.00005% in fragrances to 0.005% in rinse-off products). The SCCS has nine months to issue its scientific opinion.
Phytonadione epoxide (Vitamin K1 oxide)
On June 25, 2026, the EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) was mandated to evaluate the safety of phytonadione epoxide (vitamin K1 oxide) at a maximum concentration of 1% in cosmetic products, following a May 2025 call for data. The review focuses on potential health risks linked to the ingredient’s sensitizing properties, particularly in leave-on products formulated for sensitive skin areas, while also prompting the SCCS to highlight any additional scientific concerns. The committee has 12 months to issue its opinion.
