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The Harmonised Classification and Labelling (CLH) proposal to classify 7-hydroxycitronellal (HCA, CAS No. 107-75-5) as a Reproductive Toxicant Category 2 (Repr. 2) has been withdrawn. As a result, the proposal will not move forward at this stage.
In parallel, CARACAL – the Competent Authorities for REACH and CLP – has begun discussions on the draft 25th Adaptation to Technical Progress (ATP) to the EU Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation. The draft ATP is based on RAC opinions adopted in 2025, as well as one opinion adopted in 2026 concerning a cosmetic ingredient. The current proposal includes both the bourgeonal and cyclamal groups with a proposed Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B (Repr. 1B) classification.
An ad hoc virtual CARACAL meeting has been scheduled for 18 March 2026 to continue discussions on the draft 25th ATP.
07 November 2025
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Celebrating 20 Years of EPAA and Its Annual Conference
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the European Partnership for Alternative Approaches to Animal Testing (EPAA). Its Annual Conference this year was a significant milestone in promoting innovative, humane, and scientifically robust alternatives to animal testing for regulatory science. IFRA was proud to participate in the events, contributing to discussions that shape the future of science-driven and sustainable safety assessments.
03 November 2025
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REACH revision: timeline unclear
The Regulatory Scrutiny Board (RSB) issued a negative opinion on the impact assessment for the REACH revision Commission proposal.
26 September 2025
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Four more Chinese members join the IFRA-IOFI Sustainability Charter
The IFRA President, Alexander Mohr, PhD, together with IOFI Executive Director, officially welcomed four more Chinese members as signatories to the IFRA-IOFI Sustainability Charter during a ceremony at the ESG forum of the CAFFCI Annual Meeting. The new signatories are : Yinghai (Cangzhou) Aroma Chemical Company Ltd.; Boton Flavors & Fragrances Co., Ltd.; Sinaroma Tech (Jiaozuo) Ltd.; and Hangzhou Grascent Co., Ltd. The ceremony followed the IFRA and IOFI executives’ presentation on the fragrance and flavours sustainability charter’s framework and key outcomes outlined in the 3rd IFRA-IOFI Sustainability Report.Eight members of the China Association of Fragrance, Flavor and Cosmetic Industries, CAFFCI, have joined the Charter signatory’s community in 2025. This increasing number reflects a growing interest among Chinese F&F companies in global sustainability initiatives, reflecting their rising commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.