On EU's Heels, UK Seeks Data On UV Filters Suspected Of Endocrine Disruption

The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association hopes to leverage data submitted for the UK evaluation to defend oxybenzone, homosalate, octocrylene and other ingredients in the EU, partnering with Cosmetics Europe.

The UK’s Office for Product Safety and Standards plans to evaluate the safety of UV filters benzophenone-3 (oxybenzone), octocrylene and homosalate, specifically focusing on their endocrine-disrupting potential, according to a 5 April call for data.

“Please submit data regarding all physicochemical properties, toxicokinetic and toxicological endpoints and assessment of exposure through consumer products," 

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