EU Omnibus VIII in force May 1; 82-allergen disclosure rule binds July 31 — no grace period

Two EU regulatory deadlines converge. Omnibus Regulation VIII (EU) 2026/78 took effect May 1, 2026: bans new CMR substances (incl. silver nanotubes, acetone oxime) and restricts hexyl salicylate to 2% in hydroalcoholic products — no grace period. Fragrance Allergen Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 binds July 31, 2026, expanding the declarable list from 26 to 82 substances with thresholds at 0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off. The new allergens cover essential oils and botanical extracts — directly attacking the 'natural fragrance' positioning many clean brands rely on. Canada's SOR/2024-63 layers parallel disclosure from August 2026.

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