Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) WG on Nanomaterials in Cosmetic Products: 6 December 2024: Minutes

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) Working Group held a meeting on December 6, 2024, in Luxembourg, focusing on nanomaterials in cosmetic products. The meeting covered a comprehensive agenda, with updates on ongoing projects, submissions, and discussions related to the safety of nanomaterials in cosmetics.

Key Highlights of the Meeting:

• Agenda and Conflict of Interest:
  • The meeting agenda was adopted without any changes.
  • No new conflicts of interest were declared by participants during the session.
• Hydroxyapatite (HAP) Submission IV:
  • The meeting discussed the latest HAP submission IV, which included new data on the safety of Hydroxyapatite in cosmetics.
  • Updated Draft Opinions: The group reviewed and updated its draft opinions on HAP, taking into account the new information presented.
• Titanium Dioxide (TiO2):
  • The adoption of an opinion on TiO2 coatings was finalized.
  • The committee reviewed responses to comments regarding the use of TiO2 in cosmetic products, particularly focusing on the safety of its nanoform.
• Synthetic Amorphous Silica (SAS):
  • The committee discussed the schedule for the delivery of the SAS dossier, which will include further data and opinions on its safety when used in cosmetics.

This meeting further advanced the evaluation and regulation of nanomaterials in cosmetic products, with the SCCS continuing to assess and update its scientific opinions to ensure consumer safety.

Region: EU Harmonized (27 Markets)
Source: https://health.ec.europa.eu/document/download/3515a8bd-8c50-40ca-a58a-af283efc292d_en?filename=sccs2022_miwg_062.pdf