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updated on 29.10.2025

Proposal for restriction of UV filter octocrylene published

Octocrylene, previously allowed up to 10% in cosmetics, is considered persistent, bioaccumulative, and harmful to aquatic organisms. The ECHA is examining a potential ban on its market placement above 0.001% - the BAV Institute analyzes octocrylene and other UV filters.

updated on 29.10.2025

Safety Report Cosmetics and Regulatory Affairs – Your Partner for Legally Compliant Cosmetic Products

Safety Report Cosmetics, Cosmetic Product Safety Report, CPSR, Regulatory Affairs, Cosmetics Regulation EC 1223/2009, CPNP Notification, SCPN, Product Safety, Toxicological Assessment, Cosmetic Products, Cosmetic Safety, alphachem, BAV Institute.

updated on 28.10.2025

Pharma Germany publishes position paper on ethanol

A recent position paper by the German Pharmaceutical Association emphasizes the indispensability of ethanol in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical products and warns against the consequences of improper classifications. It calls for risk-based assessments and consideration of therapeutic consequences.

updated on 27.10.2025

Investigations by Laves on Nickel

As of July 1, 2025, maximum levels for nickel in food will apply across Europe for the first time in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2023/915. Our Tentamus laboratories conduct regular nickel analyses and provide you with fast, reliable results.

updated on 27.10.2025

Current recall: STEC/VTEC in beef sausages

Currently, beef sausages are being recalled due to the detection of Shiga toxin-producing/Verotoxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC/VTEC). These bacteria can cause severe gastrointestinal illnesses, including kidney failure. The BAV Institute regularly tests food for STEC/VTEC and offers fast, reliable results to ensure your product safety.

updated on 24.10.2025

Safety Gate - Consumer protection at the European level

With the Safety Gate (formerly RAPEX), there is a European rapid alert system that quickly protects consumers from health-threatening products, including cosmetics. Reports are reviewed by national authorities, centrally recorded, and forwarded to all member states of the European Economic Area. This allows relevant information about dangerous products to be quickly and publicly accessible.

updated on 24.10.2025

Why are challenge tests with Listeria monocytogenes necessary?

Challenge tests show whether Listeria monocytogenes can multiply in a food product – a crucial piece of information for product safety. Especially at risk are products like soft cheese, smoked salmon, or pre-cut fruit. Our Tentamus laboratories support you with reliable examinations and well-founded results to ensure your food safety.

updated on 22.10.2025

Current recalls due to listeria

Currently, several food products are being recalled due to the presence of listeria – affected items include cheese and sausages. The bacteria can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women, infants, and the elderly. The BAV Institute regularly tests products for listeria and ensures greater product safety with fast, reliable analyses.

updated on 21.10.2025