Focus on the 49th IFRA Amendment: Understanding the changes and the impacts of the new revision

Fragrances are found in various types of products across the world: cosmetics, household care products, hygiene products, candles, toys, etc. 

They are regulated under the IFRA Code of Practice, which provides recommendations for good operating practices as well as guidelines that ensure that fragrances are safe. The IFRA Code of Practice includes standards, which may limit or ban the use of a fragrance depending on the product category.

The 49th Amendment of IFRA standards was published on 10th January 2020. This new revision has a regulatory and toxicological impact and affects both existing and new creations.

What are the resulting regulatory and toxicological considerations for cosmetic products containing fragrances? What are the changes brought by this new revision and the impacts on the standards?

Agenda:

• Changes introduced in the 49th Amendment
• Impacts of these changes on the IFRA standards
• Regulatory and toxicological considerations for cosmetic products