EU cites cosmetic trade issues
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Lack of progress on cosmetics regulatory cooperation between the EU and U.S. is viewed as potential trade barrier in the European Union's Report on U.S. Barriers to Trade and Investment released by the European Commission Dec. 19. Colour Index nomenclature for color additive labeling is cited as particular concern, as no progress has been made on industry requests to allow European-derived CI numbers in place of FDA-required nomenclature in the U.S. "The EU harmonized the majority of its labeling system with the U.S. nomenclature system, the major difference being the colour identifications used," the EU points out, adding, "FDA should act on the petition and develop a proposal for public comment." Admission of European sunscreen products into the U.S. market also is cited as a concern, as well as labeling requirements for OTC sunscreens...