EU Regulatory update for tea tree oil
After several years of debate regarding the safety of tea tree oil (TTO) in cosmetic products, the EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its final opinion on 14 November 2025. The SCCS concluded that TTO can be considered safe as an anti-seborrhoeic and anti-microbial ingredient in four specific product categories, subject to strict […]
Taiwan – Safety Assessment for Novel Food Ingredients
On January 27, 2026, the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) published the “Principles for Safety Assessment of Novel Food Ingredients.” These Principles, which will apply to Novel Food ingredients in Taiwan, describe the application process and the essential requirements to consider: 1. Definition of a […]
Indonesia Issues Draft Decree on new Halal Requirements
On November 17, 2025, Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft Decree on Guidelines for Implementing the Halal Product Assurance System in Storage, Packaging, and Distribution Services. The draft establishes that logistics services linked to cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated products are subject to halal certification, reflecting […]
Novel Food Europe Updates: Summary from January 2026
Novel Food Status Catalogue Updates Below are the updates related to the new entries for the Novel Food Status Catalogue. These updates refer to the month of January 2026 and have impact on Food Supplements. Crithmum maritimum L. (Sea fennel, Rock samphire) • Leaves, stems and tender shoots: Not Novel in Food. […]
Argentina Introduces New Authorization System for Cosmetic Establishments
On October 27, Argentina’s National Administration of Drugs, Food and Medical Devices (ANMAT) issued Order No. 7939/2025, updating requirements for the authorization of business activities related to the manufacture, import, and distribution of cosmetics, personal hygiene products, and perfumes (collectively referred as cosmetic products). This new regulation will repeal existing frameworks and is part of […]
Belgium – Garcinia cambogia & its anticipated formal ban
Garcinia cambogia & its anticipated formal ban In December 2025, the Belgian Advisory Commission for Plant Preparations published an opinion on the use of Garcinia cambogia in Food Supplements. The Commission recognised the traditional food and medicinal use of Garcinia cambogia in Asia and confirmed the following: […]
Spain Introduces Draft on Accessible Labelling for Consumer Products
Just before Christmas, the Spanish Government formally requested the European Commission, via the TRIS system, to withdraw the draft Royal Decree on accessible labelling of consumer products. The request concerns the measure notified under Directive (EU) 2015/1535, reference 2025/0311/ES. Background to the Withdrawal» The draft Royal Decree was notified to the Commission and EU Member […]
Netherlands – The use of the terms “Probiotics” and “Prebiotics”
Dutch regulator narrows the use of “Probiotics” and “Prebiotics” to a category designation The Dutch Inspection Board for the Promotion of Health Products (Keuringsraad), responsible for monitoring health product advertising, has announced that the terms “Probiotic” and “Prebiotics” can no longer be used as a product name; they may only be used […]
China Selects First Batch of New Cosmetic Ingredients for Innovation Guidance
In October, the China National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) released the first batch of new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) selected under its innovation guidance program. This initiative marks a key step in China’s strategy to encourage innovation and self-reliance in the cosmetics sector by promoting the research, development, and application of novel ingredients. […]
EU: EFSA boosts Vigilance of Food Supplements
EFSA boosts Vigilance of Food Supplements During its last meeting in Parma, Italy, EFSA’s Emerging Risks Network spotlighted a tightening of surveillance on Food Supplements. It was made clear that authorities and the Member States are developing a proactive approach to identify potential concerns related to Food Supplements. […]
