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EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Updates: Testing for CBD, BHA & Ingredient Bans

By Swathi Kodaikal | Aug 26, 2026

Recent Annex II & III changes warrant HPLC, stability, and microbial testing to update your PIF and stay compliant

Female scientist in a lab coat, safety glasses, and blue gloves examining a glowing cosmetic sample vial in a sophisticated laboratory. A large, transparent holographic head-up display (HUD) shows test results for EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 updates. The display indicates non-compliant Cannabidiol (CBD) due to high THC levels, high quantities of restricted BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole), and prohibited Benzophenone, with associated chemical structures and status icons. Behind her is analytical equipment, with books and sample bottles (including labels) in the foreground.

Gloved lab technician holding a petri dish with visible mold and bacterial colonies on a stainless steel bench in a food microbiology testing lab

Food Microbiology Testing Services: Outsourcing Pathogen & Spoilage Analysis

Jul 27, 2026

carton of milk an a laboratory bench being prepared for milk testing

Milk Testing in Laboratories: Complete Guide to Procedures, Standards, and Regulatory Compliance

Jul 21, 2026

A female laboratory scientist in a mask and gloves uses a micropipette to prepare a fresh produce sample for testing. A large monitor in the background displays microscopic Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts alongside a qPCR amplification curve for the Cox3 gene. A container labeled "Fresh Produce - Outbreak Sample" sits on the stainless steel lab counter.

Cyclospora Testing in Fresh Produce: Methods, Challenges, and FDA Compliance

Jul 17, 2026

A female scientist in a modern laboratory loads a barcoded flow cell into a DNA sequencing machine next to a monitor displaying a detailed, colorful circular map of a bacterial genome.

Bacteria Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) vs. PFGE: The Evolution of Pathogen Tracking

Jul 14, 2026

2025 Microbiology Week: Streamlining Bioburden Workflows with Membrane Filtration

Jun 9, 2025

Patty Lee explores the evolution of microbial testing, highlighting the advantages of modern filtration equipment

Researcher's gloves hand holding medical waste disposal container.

Top Mistakes Labs Make When Disposing of Medical Waste

Jun 6, 2025

Identifying and segregating medical waste and adhering to safety regulations help labs working with hazardous materials stay compliant

2025 Microbiology Week: Controlling Bioburden for Pharmaceutical Product Safety

Jun 5, 2025

Dr Binh Nguyen explains why understanding bioburden control is pivotal to a pharma manufacturer and testing laboratory

Clostridium Testing in Food: Ensuring Safety and Quality through Accurate Detection

May 5, 2025

Effective clostridium testing is integral to food safety management, ensuring products are safe for consumption

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Announcing the 2025 Microbiology Week!

May 1, 2025

Register today to access these curated webinars live or on demand

Petri dish with bacteria culture being held in front of raw chicken pieces implying the importance of Kill-step testing in food safety

Understanding Kill-Step Testing in Food Safety: Ensuring Pathogen Elimination in Food Processing

Apr 21, 2025

Kill-step validation supports compliance, brand protection and market access, especially for companies exporting products or seeking SQF or BRCGS certification

Close up of three blood agar plates showing microbial growth.

Top Microbiology Testing Laboratories and Contract Research Organizations

Apr 3, 2025

An accredited microbiology testing partner delivers reliable results, while being transparent and compliant with regulatory standards

Welcome Cicadea Biotech to the Contract Laboratory Network

Mar 11, 2025

This laboratory develops PCR-based microbial detection and identification assays and serves as a CRO for corporate and government clients

image of commercial chickens with a background showing H5N1 avian flu virus

H5N1 Avian Flu Testing & Outbreak Control Advances

Feb 13, 2025

Staying informed about the latest developments in H5N1 testing helps proactively combat this global health concern

Welcome New Wave Scientific to the Contract Laboratory Network!

Feb 12, 2025

This laboratory specializes in high-throughput analytical testing services for food and agriculture sectors and product manufacturers

Get started with your Lab Services or Lab Requests today

Microbiology Articles

EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Updates: Testing for CBD, BHA & Ingredient Bans

Food Microbiology Testing Services: Outsourcing Pathogen & Spoilage Analysis

Milk Testing in Laboratories: Complete Guide to Procedures, Standards, and Regulatory Compliance

Cyclospora Testing in Fresh Produce: Methods, Challenges, and FDA Compliance

Bacteria Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) vs. PFGE: The Evolution of Pathogen Tracking

2025 Microbiology Week: Streamlining Bioburden Workflows with Membrane Filtration

Top Mistakes Labs Make When Disposing of Medical Waste

2025 Microbiology Week: Controlling Bioburden for Pharmaceutical Product Safety

Clostridium Testing in Food: Ensuring Safety and Quality through Accurate Detection

Announcing the 2025 Microbiology Week!

Understanding Kill-Step Testing in Food Safety: Ensuring Pathogen Elimination in Food Processing

Top Microbiology Testing Laboratories and Contract Research Organizations

Welcome Cicadea Biotech to the Contract Laboratory Network

H5N1 Avian Flu Testing & Outbreak Control Advances

Welcome New Wave Scientific to the Contract Laboratory Network!

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