CTPAArticles & NewsTestingInolex and CTPA Join ICCS, Further Promote Animal-free Testing MethodsThe ICCS is a global initiative focused on the adoption of animal-free assessments of cosmetics and its ingredients for human health and environmental safety.CompaniesThe CTPA Announces Chair and Vice-chair AppointmentsCurrent CTPA first vice-chair Anna Bartle, and treasurer Andrew Field will continue in their roles to support the new chair until the current end of term for all roles in June 2024.RegulatoryCTPA Convenes to Progress the Use and Regulatory Acceptance of Animal Testing AlternativesThe CTPA and the U.K. cosmetic industry wants to promote the use of new approach methodologies (NAMs) as alternatives to animal testing for these vital safety requirements under other chemicals legislation, especially UK Reach.HomeEuropean Regulatory Update: EGD, Packaging and Green ClaimsIn parallel with the Green Deal, the EU will outline sustainability measures and crackdown on packaging waste, plastics and green claims. This column provides an overview, along with a brief look at microbiome claims.PackagingUK Moves Forward for Take-back Cosmetic PackagingThese schemes would cut down on waste as consumers return product packaging to dedicated collection points.Launches & ClaimsCTPA Publishes Customer Charter: 'Protecting Us All at the Beauty Counter'The new BRC-backed CTPA Customer Charter aims to help instill confidence and in customers and staff that they will be safe in returning to the beauty counter.
