Regulation & Compliance
IFRA amendments, allergen labeling, sourcing due diligence: regulation increasingly decides which materials formulators can still use, and how. This pillar covers the standards and restrictions reshaping fragrance and cosmetics formulation, with a focus on what changes practically for raw material buyers and the origins they source from.
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Oakmoss and IFRA: a textbook case on natural material restrictions
Oakmoss, the historic material behind chypre fragrances, perfectly illustrates the tension between olfactory heritage and modern regulatory demands.
IFRA's 51st Amendment: what changes on October 30, 2026 for formulators
IFRA's new standards amendment sets a firm deadline for late October 2026. An overview of the restrictions involved and the practical implications for formulators and raw material buyers.
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