California DTSC Seeks Input On Lowering 1,4-Dioxane Levels In Cosmetics Under Safer Products Reg

23 Jul 2019

• By Ryan Nelson and Lauren Nardella

The Department of Toxic Substances Control released a work plan in May related to 1,4-dioxane in cosmetics and household cleaners, signaling a potential Priority Product listing on the horizon under California’s Safer Consumer Products regulation. The DTSC will host a second public workshop on the topic 21 Aug. and is accepting comments through 30 Aug.

Options for, and impediments to, lowering 1,4-dioxane levels in personal-care and household cleaning products will be the focus of discussion at a 21 Aug. public workshop as California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control considers prioritizing the substance for action under the state’s Safer Consumer Products (SCP) regulation.

The DTSC, part of California’s Environmental Protection Agency, already hosted a June workshop on the topic of 1,4-dioxane after releasing...