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Sebastian Clifton-Welker of software provider Selerant explains why a reliable product lifecycle management platform can aid formulation of cosmetic products.
In August 2020, lilial, a common fragrance used in cosmetics, was banned in the EU and Northern Ireland. Deemed a carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic substance, companies had two years to remove the floral scent from products in these markets.
This meant engaging with stakeholders across several brands, several product lines and digging into numerous ingredients lists to rapidly reformulate, then reregister mixtures with various authorities to verify compliance.
The industry had gone through a similar process a few years prior, when Lyral (butylphenyl methylpropional), another common fragrance allergen, was added to the list of prohibited substances. As with lilial, Lyral would no longer be permitted in Europe after August 2019, with existing product lines permitted to stick around until August 2021.
Only two years apart, the new regulations proved to be a complex and confusing minefield, but this is the new normal for companies doing business across global markets. Regulations will continue to evolve, new guidelines will be introduced and companies will have to react if they wish to continue doing business in those countries.
Navigating the response effort has widespread implications for the industry. The process is often fraught with anxiety, with plans and teams often derailed by the disruption. Opaque and disparate business structures make it difficult to track progress and verify compliance measures. This lack of traceability and visibility often results in loose ends, which can spell serious disaster for regulatory adherence and customer safety. |
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Capturing regulatory chaos in a bottle in GLOBAL PERSONAL CARE, Vol. 23, N° 7 (07/2022)
