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Apr 1, 2022 - Cosmetics

Residues of pesticides in cosmetic products and raw materials

When using plant-based ingredients such as herbs, oils, fats, etc. as raw materials, pesticide residues can enter cosmetics. Due to the fact that more and more plant-based ingredients are entering the market for natural cosmetics, this issue is very current.

It is the responsibility of the manufacturer or retailer to minimize pesticide residues in cosmetics as part of quality assurance. This is done by appropriately selecting and monitoring suppliers as well as through regular testing of raw materials and end products.

The assessment of potential residues is subject to the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. The health safety and technical inevitability must be examined (safety report). Not least, consumer expectations regarding potential residues in natural cosmetic products are certainly higher than in conventional products. This is also in light of the Claims Regulation (EU) No 655/2013.

Individual pesticide active ingredients are also listed in Annex II of Regulation No 1223/2009 as prohibited substances.

The BAV Institute, as part of the international Tentamus Laboratory Group, conducts this testing for pesticide residues for you using the latest LC and GC methods down to trace levels. More than 600 active substances are included in this testing spectrum.

Do you have questions about the analysis and assessment of pesticide residues or other residues such as heavy metals, PAHs, etc.?