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December - February 2021

2021

A Healthy New Year

from all at CONUSBAT

All the Best, Success and Healthiness

Safety Assessment Course Demo

A Preview Demonstration on our Way of Training

CCE/RWTH International Academy - Cosmetic Product Safety Assessment Training

We want to share our knowledge wth the course participants. See three examples on our concept:
- Hidden Sensitizers
- Serious Undesirable Effect - What now?
- Relating Microbiology and Safety

Online Seminar - Sign up for free by email to
cpsr@academy.rwth-aachen.de - Code: CPSR Demo

Free Demo - 14. January 2021, 18.00 – 18.45 CET

October - November 2020

Open Forum

COSMETICS SERVICES UNDER BREXIT AND CORONA

Cosmetics Consultants Europe's Online Round Table & News Update

Cosmetics Consultants Europe wanst to engage all stakeholders of cosmetics worldwide into the discussion on: 'Where to we go from here'.

[PDF] CCE Open Forum, 9 November 2020, 16.00CET

CCE Open. Forum, 9 November 2020, 16.00CET

Free Webinar

Microbiological Quality in Cosmetics: Theory & Practical Experience

In Conjunction with the Safety Assessment Training Program of CCE & RWTH International Academy - A Cooperation with the US Society of Cosmetic Chemists and Independant Beauty Association

During inspections of cosmetics in the marketplace, issues are often found because of the lack of microbiological quality of the products. The consequences can include the halting of product delivery, withdrawal from the market, public consumer warnings and sometimes even the recall from end users. This presentation will detail how a safety assessment by a qualified safety assessor can assist companies in avoiding these problems.
Speaker: Dr. Uwe Rossow
Intro: Dr. Annelie Struessmann

Registration - Free Webinar, October 22, 2020

September - December 2020

Safety Assessment Course

Watch the Video

CCE/RWTH Safety Assessor Course

The YouTube video for the course

CCE/RWTH Course Video
Cosmetics Consultants Europe

August - November 2020

Safety Assessment Course

3rd Free Online-Seminar on 8 September 2020 at 18.00 CEST

Introduction to Cosmetics Safety Assessment

During the 3rd Free On-line Seminar the following topics will be addressed:

- Cosmetic function ‘cleaning’: What is cleaning, what is clean - what happens to the skin?
- The Safety Assessor’s evaluation of the cleaning process
- Borderline between cleaning and preventing action of harmful organisms

[PDF] Sign up by email to > cpsr@academy.rwth-aachen.de / Code: Free OSem 8. September

Technical Conference - New Dates

Clarifying the changing regulatory landscape in Europe

Annelie Struessmann is speaking at the ICIS World Surfactants Virtual Conference

The conference was postponed and relocated to the virtual meeting room based on the Corona precautions.
- REACH Refresher: Update on the framework and on ECHA
- What organizations face when launching products for EU consumption
- Coming changes in Europe and in the European regulatory landscape

10th ICIS World Surfactants Virtual Conference, September 16 - 18, 2020

Safety Assessment Course

Roadmap to Becoming a Cosmetic Product Safety Assessor

Milestone 1

Cosmetics safety assessment is a complex exercise involving interdisciplinary scientific approaches in the fields of toxicology, chemistry, pharmacology, biology/life sciences, as well as product and packaging technology and regulatory affairs. All areas will be addressed during the training program.

[PDF] CCE/WTH Training-Courses - Milestone 1

June - November 2020

Safety Assessment Course

2nd Free Webinar on 30 June 2020 at 18.00 CEST

Introduction to Cosmetics Safety Assessment

Also in the 2nd Free Webinar there will be 3 presentations and plenty of time for questions

- What the Safety Assessor needs to know about the Human Body?
- Scrutinizing: Can I put it on my Skin because I can eat it?
- Are natural Ingredients safer than synthetic Ingredients?

[PDF] Sign up by email to > cpsr@academy.rwth-aachen.de / Code: Free Webinar 30 June

Introduction to Cosmetics Safety Assessment

Replay of the Free Webinar on 12 June

The recorded webinar will be shown and will be followed up by a live discussion with the speakers

Date 12 June, 18.00 - 18.45

Sign up by email to > cpsr@academy.rwth-aachen.de / Code: Free Webinar 12 June

May - October 2020

Safety Assessment Course

Free Introductory Webinar on 14. May 2020 at 18.00 UHR CEST

Introduction to Cosmetics Safety Assessment

3 Presentations and plenty of time for questions

- Recognition of Qualifications in the EU – What applies to Cosmetics Safety Assessors?
- The PIF – a Document for the Access to Worldwide Cosmetics Markets
- The Animal Testing Ban – Where do we stand in 2020?

[PDF] Sign up by email to > cpsr@academy.rwth-aachen.de / Code: Free Webinar 14 May

April - June 2020

Safety Assessment Course

Joined forces to provide Cosmetic Product Safety Assessment Training Courses

Press Release in Cosmetics Business

All training is performed online; therefore, the actual COVID-19 situation is not interfering!

The Safety Assessment Training will enable participants to perform a Safety Assessments (SAs) for cosmetics according to Cosmetics Product Regulation N° 1223/2009.

Cosmetics Business, 22 April 2020

CCE/RWTH Joint Safety Assessment Training

New Article in Cosmetics Design

Cosmetics Consultants Europe launches safety assessment training course - By Kacey Culliney

-We want to provide comprehensive content, including the theory from the RWTH Aachen University and the practical experience from the experts working on safety assesssment.

Cosmetics Design, 7 April 2020

February - April 2020

Academic Education

Lecture on Regulation (EC) 1907/2016 - REACH

CONUSBAT is Network-Partner in Education of RWTH International Academy

The RWTH International Academy is the official Advanced Education Academy of the RWTH Aachen University towards the goal of interlinking occupational and academic education. Annelie Struessmann teaches the course on REACH within the Master Program MLAS since 2016.

RWTH International Academy Network in Education - MLAS April-May 2020

January - February 2020

Services

The New European Union

How well prepared are you for Brexit?

CONUSBAT has partnered with a UK colleague; thus, we are prepared for reacting on Britain leaving the European Union.

If you have questions about the Brexit, pls. contact us.

December - January 2020

2020

Happy New Year

from all at CONUSBAT

All the best, success and healthiness for the new Decade

Happy Holidays

Health, Success, Happiness and Peace

CONUSBAT wishes all Clients and Friends a Merry Christmas, peaceful Holidays and a Happy New Year

CCE Open Academy 2019

REACH registration dossier compliance has become priority for ECHA

ECHA's Laurence Hoffstadt presented at the CCE Open Academy

The European Chemicals Agency ECHA is sharply focused on tackling widespread incompliance with REACH registrations and dossiers, moving forward with a joint European Commission action plan.

Cosmetics Design, 25 November 2019

November - December 2019

CCE Open Academy 2019

‘A brand-new standard’: Cosmetics Consultants Europe to launch safety assessment course

Artice in Cosmetics Design

Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE) will launch a training programme with Germany’s RWTH Aachen University next year that it says should guide the next generation of safety assessors through rising demands of the fast-evolving cosmetics world.

Cosmetics Design, 6 November 2019

September - December 2019

Technical Conference

COSMETICS FOR THE NEW DECADE

Evaluating the Regulatory Positioning under Europe’s Demands & Diversity

CCE’s Open Academy 2019, 4-5 November, Limassol, Cyprus
This year program will focus on Regulation and Compliance. Three distinct topic areas will be addressed:
+ The EU’s Cosmetics Regulation and related Issues from Europe’s Diversity;
+ CCE & RWTH Aachen University – Joint Training Program for Safety Assessment;
+ The REACH Regulation & its Roadmap for the new Decade.
Contributions are coming from the EU Commission, the REACH Helpdesk, RWTH Aachen, Cosmetics Europe, and the Members of CCE.

[PDF] CCE - Open Academy 2019 - AGENDA

CCE - Who we are
CCE - Open Academy, 4-5 November 2019, Limassol, Zypern

Article

In the face of Brexit? Harmonising EU cosmetics compliance remains the goal, says regulatory expert

Goals to be addressed at the CCE Open Academy - Answers to Cosmetics Design

There are unknown facts around the full impact Brexit will have on cosmetics regulation and compliance, but regulatory knowledge and harmonisation across the European Union must still be prioritised, says Annelie Struessmann, president of Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE).

Article in CosmeticsDesign, Kacey Culliney, 02 September 2019

August - September 2019

Technical Conference

Heading the new Decade for Chemical’s Regulation

CONUSBAT's Bhavika Patel is speaking at the 8th ICIS Surfactants Conference

The Outline for the presentation to be given at Neil Burns' Annual Event:
• Experiences with existing REACH requirements
• What are the ECHA’s focus areas for regulation in the future?
• Impact from a new EU in the 2020s
• Overcoming regulation hurdles and remaining competitive

The 8th ICIS European Surfactants Conference, 18-19 September 2019, Amsterdam, NL

June - September 2019

Regulatory Newsletter

Steps to a New Europe

Brexit & its Potential Impact on EU Regulations

The Regulatory Newsletter from June 2019

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, June 2019 Issue

May 2019

Regulatory Newsletter

Commission changed its Approach towards Cannabis Legislation

Cannabis-Seed-Extracts and Cannabidiol in Cosmetics were newly regulated

A newsletter with information on the new assessment criteria

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, April 2019 Issue

April 2019

Trade Fair

In-Cosmetics 2019 - Paris

CONUSBAT is exhibiting

Meet us in the Regulatory Zone at booth R101

InCosmetics, 2-4 April 2019, Paris

March 2019

Academic Lecture

Lecture on Regulation (EC) 1907/2016 - REACH

CONUSBAT is Network-Partner in Education of RWTH International Academy

RWTH International Academy Network in Education

February 2019

Brexit

Brexit outside and inside

How does Brexit effect the regulatory environment for Cosmetics

Blog by Nick Shaw, International Regulatory Consultant at the CCE member company cosmeticsinMind

Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE) - Blog

January 2019

Regulatory Newsletter

Brexit & its potential effects on Industry

Some facts on Brexit collaborated from global Sources

CONUSBAT sadly sees the UK leaving the EU

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter - January 2019 Issue

2019

A happy, healthy New Year

wishes CONUSBAT

We look forward to a successful cooperation in 2019.

December 2018

Regulatory Newsletter

The Responsible Person

Newlsletter Holiday Issue

CONUSBAT wishes Happy Holidays with some good information

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter December 2018

November 2018

Technical Conference

COSMETICS FROM INSIDE OUT - From Latest Marketing Trends to Global Regulatory Affairs

CCE's open Academy in Novemver 2018

Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE), the Association of Cosmetics Experts, hosted its 2nd Open Academy. The yearly event is addressing burning topics from all cosmetics' areas and this is exchanged with those working in the Cosmetics and Cosmetics Ingredients industries.

Venue: SEQC · Spanish Society of Cosmetic, Chemists, Pau Claris, 107 – Principal – Barcelona

CONUSBAT is CCE Member

Read blogs on Open Academy topics
CCE Open Academy, Barcelona, 5-6 November 2018

October 2018

Regulatory Workshop

The European Union’s Regulatory Environment for Cosmetics

Annelie Struessmann speaks at InCosmetics Asia

The workshop 'Regulatory updates from ASEAN, China and EU' is chaired by Alain Khaiat, Chairman of the ASEAN Cosmetic Association. Third speaker is Marylene Zhan from Reach24h in China.

InCosmetics Asia, Bangkok, 31 October 2018
Article thereto in Personal Care Magazine, 25 October 2018

September 2018

Science Conference

The 7th ICIS European Surfactants Conference

Annelie Struessmann speaks at the ICIS Conference for the 3rd Time

Topic: Labelling and ingredient disclosure – The effect of regulation for the value chain
• Disclosing ingredients trend: Comparing industry sectors and B2B vs. B2C effects
• Does CLP regulation and eco-labelling help or hinder end-user perceptions?
• Certification of products: Do labelling costs disadvantage smaller players or are consumers indifferent?

19 ICIS, Amsterdam Marriott, The Netherlands, 19 September 2018

May 2018

Science Conference

Cosmetics Europe Annual Conference 2018

CCE is Sponsor together with the Co-Sponsors Decernis und CONUSBAT

Cosmetics Consultants Europe is an Industry Association, whose primary goal is to unite European consultants working in all areas of the cosmetics field. Both Decernis (https://decernis.com/) and CONUSBAT are members of CCE. They will present at the Cosmetics Europe event together with other CCE-members the services of all, as well as their own.

Cosmetics Europe Annual Conference 2018, Brussels, 13-14 June 2018

Regulatory Workshop

European Regulatory Modules with Worldwide Implications – The Animal Testing Ban

Pre-Show Workshop at InCosmetics 2018

From left to right:
< Ken Bubeck, Ithos
< Gerald Renner, CE
< Graig Weiss, CPT
< Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT

April - May 2018

InCosmetics 2018

The CONUSBAT-Both with Visitors

A succesful Trade Fair Week

At the booth are:
< Jørgen Hyldgaard
< Annelie Struessmann
< Annemie Lambert
< Steven Hanft
< Howard Epstein

Regulatory Workshop

First reaction on the InCosmetics Workshop

Laying Down the Law: Global Regulatory Frameworks

Brooke Schleehauf in Cosmetics & Toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, April 16, 2018

March - May 2018

Regulatory Workshop

European Regulatory Modules with Worldwide Implications – The Animal Testing Ban

Information in Relation to the Workshop: 'Cosmetics Regulation: Europe and the World'

Blog by Dr. Bhavika Patel, Regulatory Project Manager & Toxicologist at CONUSBAT, depicting how the Animal Testing Ban, implemeted first within the European cosmetics legislation, enters the regulatory frameworks worldwide

[PDF] Blog von Dr. Bhavika Patel for the InCosmetics Workshop

In-Cosmetics - Pre-Show Workshop, Amsterdam, 16 April 2018, 14:00 -18:00

Cosmetics Regulation: Europe and the World

Speakers are Gerald Renner, Craig Weiss and Annelie Struessmann

Great, extremely experienced speakers join to provide latest developments in worldwide regulations for cosmetic products. Specifically addressed will be regulatory modules that can be simultaneously used for meeting compliance in various, worldwide markets.

CONUSBAT Workshop at the In-Cosmetics 2018 - New for 2018, on 16 April at 14:00, the day before in-cosmetics Global opens

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter Workshop - 22 February 2018

In-Cosmetics - Pre-Show Workshop, Amsterdam, 16 April 2018, 14:00 -18:00

February - April 2018

Academic Course

CONUSBAT is Network-Partner in Education of RWTH International Academy

Since 2016, Annelie Struessmann teaches a course on Regulation (EC) 1907/2016 - REACH

The RWTH International Academy is the official Advanced Education Academy of the RWTH Aachen University towards the goal of interlinking occupational and academic education.

RWTH International Academy Network in Education

January - February 2018

Regulatory Newsletter

CONUSBAT Newsletter - New Years Issue

A short Historical Review of Cosmetics

A bit of food for thought

[PDF] CONUSBAT Regulatory Update, published 10 January 2018

December 2017

Happy Holidays

While reaching the final days of the year

wishes CONUSBAT all peaceful und joyful days

Another exciting year is coming to anend and we wish to thank our clients, partners and supporters for all common activities.

2018

At the start of the New Year

CONUSBAT wishes a happy, healthy and properous time

We look forward to further great cooperations with clients, partners and supporters.

Technical Conference

CONUSBAT's Workshop beim 71st Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase der Society of Cosmetic Chemists

Review

A wonderful experience - from right to left:
< Karl Popp, KPopp Consulting LLC
< Uwe Rossow, CRC GmbH & Co KG
< Craig Weiss, Consumer Product Testing Co.
< Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT
< Steven Hanft, CONUSBAT

November - December 2017

Technical Conference

A CONUSBAT Workshop at the SCC's 71st Annual Scientific Meeting & Technology Showcase

The Safety Assessment as Tool for Global Compliance of Cosmetic Products and their Ingredients

Cosmetic science is a fascinating intersection of the disciplines of chemistry, physics, biology, physiology and psychology. Cosmetics regulatory affairs is the building block leading to the global markets, which at the same time has stimulated research in an amazing way. The safety assessment is using modules from all science fields and summarizes these into a scientific compliance document. The workshop organized by CONUSBAT is showing the approach laid down in the EU's Cosmetics Product Regulation, which is leading to a document accepted by regulatory authorities worldwide.

[PDF] Workshop Agenda

SCC National Office sponsored Regulatory Workshop - Registration
SCC Home, The Westin New York at Times Square, Sunday, December 10, 2017

October 2017

Technical Conference

CCE's 1st Open Academy

SEQC Barcelona, 16 October 2017

Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE), the Association of Cosmetics Experts, hosts its first Open Academy. CCE’s Experts present a synopsis on the late-breaking topics within the industry. The event means one day of comprehensive information and exchange amongst all stakeholders.

The Open Academy is targeted as continuing education for all professionals in cosmetics and the first session anticipates determining the key needs for further in-depth Academy events.

CONUSBAT is a member of CCE.

[PDF] CCE, 1st Open Academy - Agenda

Location: SEQC, Pau Claris, 107 Principal 08009 Barcelona, Spain
Cosmetics Consultants Europe - Open Academy REGISTRATION

Science Conference

CCE is Sponsor of the CE Science Conference 2017

Cosmetics Europe Science Conference 2017 – Cutting edge safety science: paving the way to the future

Meet the CCE Experts and discuss with us at the CE Science Conference on 26 and 27 October in Brussels.

Cosmetics Consultants Europe (CCE)
CE Science Conference, 26 - 27 October 2017, Brussels

September 2017

Technical Conference

Interview on CCE and the Open Academy

with Steven L. Hanft, Secretary-General, Cosmetic Consultants Europe (CCE)

See all pertinent information on the CCE Association and its Open Academy in this article published in the August edition of EURO COSMETICS

[PDF] Steven L. Hanft in EURO COSMETICS, Edition 7/8-2017

EURO COSMETICS Magazine

August 2017

Technical Conference

Open Academy to promote knowledge sharing for formulators

Article by Simon Pitman in Cosmetics Design

Open Academy is set to open its doors this October in Barcelona with the aim of promoting open discussion and learning among cosmetic formulation professionals.

CosmeticsDesign, 17 August 2017

July 2017

Technical Conference

CCE Open Academy

Topic-Previews published in Cosmetics Design-Europe

Various speakers at the Open Academy spoke with Cosmetics Design's editor Lucy Whitehouse. For the edition from 30 June, Lucy discussed with Isabel Ramos, BIT Beauty Intelligence, and Irene Zaldivar, Zurko Research.

How to turn formulations & products into brand identities - Isabel Ramos, BIT Beauty Intelligence
Proving claims to maximise on trends - Irene Zaldivar, Zurko Research

CCE Open Academy

Topic-Previews published in Cosmetics Design-Europe

For the Cosmetics Design edition from 29 June, Lucy Whitehouse discussed with Pere Adell Winkler, Kosmetikon

How software can help you stay ahead with regulatory affairs - Pere Adell Winkler, Kosmetikon
Cosmetics Consultants Europe - Open Academy REGISTRATION

June 2017

Technical Conference

CCE Open Academy

Topic-Previews published in Cosmetics Design-Europe

For the Cosmetics Design edition from 23 June, Lucy Whitehouse discussed with Jørgen Hyldgaard, Hygade APS, and Des Cave, BioReliance.

Can we re-engineer synthetics into naturals? - Jørgen Hyldgaard, Hygade APS
Alternatives to animal testing for next generation ingredients - Des Cave, BioReliance

Regulatory Conference

Cosmetics Europe Week

The Conference takes place from 13 - 16 June 2017 in Brüssel statt

In 2017, Cosmetics Europe Week takes place for the fourth time. Over the years, a fruitful cooperation has been established between Cosmetics Europe and CONUSBAT, where CE supports CONUSBAT for its regulatory workshop at In-Cosmetics. This year in London, CE's Rob Taalman spoke. CONUSBAT will attend Cosmetics Europe Week in Brussels.

Cosmetics Europe Week - Draft Program
Cosmetics Europe Week - Registration

May 2017

Follow-up

Regulatory Seminar at in-cosmetics 2017 in London

The ever changing Regulatory Landscape in Europe

Informative, entertaininig, sold out - the workshop was an amazing success.

Many thanks to all speakers and participants.

< from left to right: Annelie Struessmann, Ina Höfgen-Müller, Gerd Mildau, Birgit Huber, Rob Taalman, Steven Hanft

Regulatory Training

In Cooperation with MentorHealth

Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies (EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN)

The webinar will introduce into the key regulatory provisions for cosmetic products in major global economies: China & Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, The ASEAN Cosmetics Directive, India, Russia, EU. The EU's Cosmetic Product Regulation will be given a certain, wider position as it is representing the latest, most modern regulatory framework, which has influenced other global legislations.

Wednesday, May 3, 2017 | 10:00 AM PST | 01:00 PM EST | 19:00 CEST

April 2017

Regulatory Workshop

The ever changing Regulatory Landscape in Europe

Regulatory Seminar on 5 April 2017 at in-cosmetics in London

CONUSBAT once again organizes the in-cosmetics Regulatory Workshop, which is held this year on 5 April in London. The workshop addresses the ongoing amendments towards regulatory requirements for cosmetics in the EU.
Program:
• SCCS Substance Reviews, Rob Taalman, Cosmetics Europe
• The Safety Assessment, Birgit Huber, IKW
• In-Market and Inspection Observations, Dr. Gerd Mildau, CVUA, D-Karlsruhe
• Nanomaterials, Ina Höfgen-Müller, Merck
• ABS - Administrative Compliance Support for Businesses in the UK, Katie Beckett, Regulatory Delivery, Dept. BEI, UK.gov
The presentations are followed-up with a panel discussion moderated by CONUSBAT

in-cosmetics Regulatory Workshop, 5 April 2017, London

February 2017

Regulatory Article

Are Nanoparticles in Sunscreen safe?

Information in Relation to the Workshop: 'The ever-changing Regulatory landscape in Europe'

Article by Dr. Bhavika Patel, Regulatory Project Manager & Toxicologist with CONUSBAT
asking:
- What are nanoparticles? How do nanoparticles work in sunscreens?
- What is the influence of the particle size on sun protection?
- Do nanoparticles penetrate the skin?
- Do nanoparticles cause skin damage under the influence of sunlight?
- Can nanoparticles cause lung damage when inhaled?

[PDF] in-cosmetics Regulatory Blog supporting the Workshop on 5 April 2017

in-cosmetics News, 7 February 2017

January 2017

[PDF] CONUSBAT Regulatory Update, published 08 November 2016

Regulatory Training

New Cooperation with MentorHealth

Compliance with the European Cosmetics Products Regulation (EC) 1223/2009

Online Training, 15 November 2016, 10:00 AM PDT | 13:00 PM EDT | 18:00 CET

September 2016

CONUSBAT's Experts

Dr. Bhavika Patel joins CONUSBAT

- she takes the position of Project Manager

Dr. Bhavika Patel was born and brought up in Gujarat, India's westernmost state. She received a doctorate degree in zoology with a specialization in aquatic eco-toxicology from the M. S. University of Baroda, India. During her research work, she gathered expertise in toxicity testing and risk assessment of chemical substances; and also published several scientific papers with internationally recognized journals. She gained further experience in the area of ‘Nanoparticles and Ecotoxicology’, where she developed and standardized the protocol for toxicity testing of nanomaterials on aquatic organism as well as acquired knowledge of REACH, CLP, GHS and IUCLID. Since 2013, Dr. Patel resides in Germany.

August 2016

Intercultural Competence

Steven L. Hanft will be providing a workshop at the Summer School of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation

How should a US Presidential candidate approach the ‘hot spots’ in the world?

• Islamic radicalism & its affects on Western values
• Brexit - how it could affect America
• The Refugee crisis - what can the USA do ?
• The Israeli-Palestinian conflict-‘burning’ since 1948
• The rise of nationalistic right-wing political parties
• NATO, Russia and our East European allies

Konrad Adenauer Foundation
KAS Summer School 2016 - Sportschule Hennef, 3 August 2016

July 2016

Regulatory Newsletter

Regulations, Standardizations & Codes

- many are necessary and not oximoronically, 'necessary evils'

If you want to sign up for the Newsletter, pls. send an email to steven.hanft@conusbat.com

June 2016

Regulatory Presentation

Die globale Chemikalienpolitik und deren Konsequenzen für die Kosmetikindustrie

Annelie Struessmann is speaking at the yearly LUV workshop

The workshop of the SEPAWA Expert Group Legislation/Environment/Consumer (LUV) on environmental and consumer relevant topics will be held this year in Frankfurt/Germany on the premises of the VCI, Mainzer Landstr. 97, 9.30 -16.00.

SEPAWA - Expert Group LUV, 30 June 2016, Frankfurt/Germany

Regulatory Affairs

The Animal Testing Ban: A Status Review three Years after its Implementation

CONUSBAT Presentation at the Conference of the SEPAWA Section Austria

The conference is a part of annual meetings organized by the SEPAWA Section Austria with an interdisciplinary aspiration. Main focus is to tackle manufacture, testing, regulatory compliance and marketing issues, as such topics of importance for the SEPAWA segments.

SEPAWA Conference, 15 - 16 Juni 2016, Pörtschach on Wörthersee, Österreich

Regulatory Conference

Cosmetics Europe Week

The Conference will take place from 13 to 17 June 2016 in Brussels

In 2016, Cosmetics Europe Week takes place for the third time. CONUSBAT wishes to inform about this year's conference after Cosmetics Europe supported CONUSBAT also again in the regulatory workshop at In-Cosmetics Paris. We will be represented by Dr. Beate Eberhard and she is looking forward to the presentations and discsussions at the event.

Cosmetics Europe Week, 13 - 17 June 2016, Brussels, Belgium

Regulatory Affairs

The Animal Testing Ban: A review on the Status three Years after its Implementation

CONUSBAT Presentation at the Conference of the SEPAWA Section Austria

The SEPAWA Section Austria organizes yearly conferences based on an interdisciplinary aspiration. In focus are those topics, which are addressing manufacture, testing, regulatory compliance and marketing for SEPAWA's key industry segments.

SEPAWA Conference in Pörtschach on Wörthersee, Austria, 15 - 16 Juni 2016

May 2016

Regulatory Affairs

Recent Regulatory Developments affecting Cosmetics in Europe

Annelie Struessmann speaks at the Cosmetics Business Regulatory Summit 2016

The presentation on 24 May 2016 is addressing the following contents:
- Ingredient regulation updates
- Innovation in view of the animal testing ban
- Developments under REACH & CLP
- New horizontal legislation

Cosmetics Business Regulatory Summit, 24 - 25 May 2016, Brussels, Belgium

Supporting and tracking Sustainability: Focus on the Cosmetics Supply Chain

Presentation by Annelie Struessmann at the 6th ICIS World Surfactants Conference

What do consumers expect, and how industry responds to their expectations
How to support sustainability beyond current certification practices
Exploring governmental approaches to sustainability

Presentation on May 13, 2013

The 6th ICIS World Surfactants Conference, Hyatt Regency Jersey City, USA, May 12 - 13 2016

April 2016

Regulatory Training

Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies: EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN

Dr. Annelie Struessmann in cooperation with MentorHealth

The EU Cosmetics Regulation: Basis principles and provisions / Compliance approach / Supporting tools / Future perspectives and activities

Cosmetics Regulations in Asia: China / South Korea / Japan / Taiwan / The ASEAN Cosmetics Directive / India / Russia

Cosmetics Regulation in the Americas: USA / Canada / Mercosur-Mercosul / Mexico

Existing Global Discrepancies
Harmonization Attempts
The International Cooperation on Cosmetic Regulation (ICCR)

Online Training, 27 April 2016, 09:00 AM PDT | 12:00 PM EDT | 18:00 CEST

Regulatory Conference

Workshop: Worldwide Legislation on Cosmetic Ingredients Used In Consumer Products

CONUSBAT organizes the Regulatory Workshop for the 6th Year

An engaging program awaits the participants next Tuesday in Paris. Main goal is to depict the dynamics in worldwide implementation of chemicals' regulation and to derive the impact on cosmetic products.

Morning: The Americas and Europe
Afternoon: Focus Asia
Panel Discussion: 17.00 - 18.00 pm

Speakers and their Key Topics:
Janelle Weyek, US Mission to the EU, TTIP
Neliza Junque, R.A.Consulting, Regulations Latin America
Erin Briscoe, CONUSBAT, Regulations Canada
Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT, Regulations USA
Ellen Pfrommer, BASF, Nagoya Protocol
Oliver Licht, Fraunhofer ITEM, REACH
Gerald Renner, CE, Regulations China
Adriana Jalba, CEFIC, REACH-like Regulations in Asia
Lena Perenius, UNEP, SAICM
Neliza Junque, R.A.Consulting, GHS Worldwide
Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT, Asia Reach & Cosmetics

Meet CONUSBAT also at the booth R142

[PDF] Detailed Workshop Agenda

in-cosmetics 2016, Workshop 1, 12 April 2016, 9.00am, Paris/France
in-cosmetics 2016, Workshop 2, 12 April 2016, 1.30pm, Paris/France

Regulatory Training

Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies:

EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN

A new seminar provided by Dr. Annelie Struessmann in cooperation with MentorHealth

http://www.mentorhealth.com/control/w_product/~product_id=800651LIVE

Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies:

EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN

A new seminar provided by Dr. Annelie Struessmann in cooperation with MentorHealth

http://www.mentorhealth.com/control/w_product/~product_id=800651LIVE

February 2016

Regulatory Workshop

Cosmetic Products Regulations in Israel and the European Union

Lecturer: Mgr. Rinat Bacher, Dr. Annelie Struessmann, Mr. Steven Hanft

The EU's Cosmetics Regulation represents a model framework for many national legislators worldwide, where they either adopt certain of the modules or the structure of the Regulation in full, respectively of the predecessor legislation, the Cosmetics Directive. This applies as well to the new Pharmacists’ Regulations (Cosmetics) 2012-5773 of Israel. CONUSBAT’s workshop will focus on the EU’s regulatory modules of importance in this context, depict the specific provisions and explain how to approach compliance.

[PDF] A Bioforum Event

Kfar Maccabiah, 16 - 17 February 2016, Ramat Gan/Israel

January 2016

Industry Association

The new CCE-Website went online

Cosmetics Consultants Europe - CCE

< Remco Schade, Steven Hanft und Annelie Struessmann at Notary Weling's office in Eupen where in January 2016, the notarial deed was signed.

Cosmetics Consultants Europe is an association of companies servicing the cosmetics, cosmetic ingredients and borderline industries on issues of scientific, technical, marketing, communication, regulatory, economic, statistical, legal, documentary and testing nature, etc.

CCE - The Consulting Professionals Association

The Team

CONUSBAT's Team of Experts

We can be reached at ay time under the following telephone numbers:

+49 241 93917084 - Steven Hanft
+49 241 93917068 - Dr. Bhavika Patel
+49 241 93917095 - Dr. Beate Eberhard
+49 241 51857790 - Dr. Annelie Struessmann

December 2015

Happy New Year

Best Wishes for the New Year

Health, Success, Happiness, Peace

from all of CONUSBAT

Regulatory Presentation

UNITED NATIONS INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION

UNIDO Cooperation with CONUSBAT - Presentation in Bogota, Kolumbien

The UNITED NATIONS INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (UNIDO) hosted the Forum "Towards a world-class cosmetics industry - natural ingredients: Quality, competitiveness and conformity assessment". Approx. 150 participants from small and midsize companies for cosmetics and their ingredients and from universities attended the event at the Colombian Chamber of Commerce in Bogota in December 2015. Annelie Struessmann spoke on the topic: "Technical requirements and standards for exporting cosmetics and natural ingredients".

[PDF] Agenda: CONUSBAT Presentation. 9 December 2015

Evento de socialización SAFE+, 9 December 2015, Bogota/Colombia

November 2015

Regulatory Publication

Article and Video in Cosmetics & Toiletries

Animal Testing Ban and Innovation in Cosmetics

Coverage of the SCC Seminar: The Safety in Regulatory Framework of the Cosmetic Industry - Simplified and Practical, on 29 September 2015 in Washington Township, NJ, USA.

Article: Animal Testing Ban and Safety in Regulatory Discussions, C&T, 9 October 2015
Video with Annelie Struessmann in C&T, 12 November 2015

Regulatory Speech

The Interface between REACH & the Animal Test Ban for Cosmetics

An interesting event took place these past days

The topics that were covered by Annelie Struessmann's during her speech were the following:
• Links between REACH and the Cosmetic Products Regulation
• Animal Testing Ban and Impact on Product Innovations?
• Cosmetics Ingredients with Demand for Innovation
• Strategies for Manufacturers of Cosmetic Ingredients and Products

[PDF] Presentation Cover

The European REACH Congress, Düsseldorf, Germany, 25 November 2015

Internationalization Competence

'Fachenglish für Laborberufe'

a book written by Steven L. Hanft, President CONUSBAT

The book is directed to a German speaking audience working in a technical environment in the chemicals, cosmetics and life-science industries. In 14 chapters, the author covers specific vocabulary and expressions on topics like regulatory affairs, chemical nomenclature, biochemistry, test protocols, medical terminology and process techniques, as well as the approach towards competent authorities or in audits.
Additionally, situations such as a call to customer services, introduction to a new supervisor, client interactions at a trade fair, etc., are addressed.

With a direct relation to the daily work this language guide exceeds common training structures and offers valuable aid to all that are seeking to advance their English skills and to be better prepared for the increasing demands from globalization of goods and services.

ISBN 978-3-527-33512-1

'Fachenglish für Laborberufe', Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, 1st Edition November 2015

September 2015

Regulatory Seminar

The Safety in Regulatory Framework of the Cosmetic Industry: Simplified and Practical

An exciting Seminar found huge Interest by numerous Participants from the Cosmetics & Toiletries Industry

During the seminar, new alternative testing methods were presented and how these and other safety modules are implemented within worldwide regulory frameworks for cosmetics and toiletries. Nava Dayan, Nava Dayan, LLC., was organizer and presented on new, alternative methods and their use areas. On the Americas and on Asia spoke Wen Schroeder from Seki Cosmeticals, and, Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT, presented on Europes Cosmetics Product Regulation.

SCC Seminar, Washington Township, NJ, USA, 29 September 2015

August 2015

Regulatory Newsletter

Update on recent Changes of the Asian Cosmetic and Chemical Regulations

Regulatory Update, published 5 August 2015

Updates on Asian legislation were provided by our strategic global partners in specific compliance projects.

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, August 2015

July 2015

Regulatory Training

Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies

- EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN -

A new seminar provided by Dr. Annelie Struessmann in cooperation with MentorHealth

Online Training, July 30, 2015, 09:00 AM PDT | 12:00 PM EDT | 18:00 CEST

June 2015

Regulatory Publication

The Impact of Legislation Related to Animal Issues

Publication by Annelie Struessmann in Personal Care Magazine

The article summarizes the situation created by the animal testing ban for cosmetics in Europe

[PDF] Article

Personal Care Magazine, June2015

Regulatory Training

Compliance with the European Cosmetics Products Regulation (EC) 1223/2009

Dr. Annelie Struessmann in cooperation with MentorHealth

Areas covered:
- The Recast
- Roles & Responsibilities in the Supply Chain
- Product Information File (PIF)
- Safety Assessment
- Criteria for Claims
- Animal Testing Ban
- Cosmetovigilence
- Substance Regulations
- Product Labeling
- Borderline Legislation / eCommerce

Online Training, 25 June 2015, 09:00 AM PDT | 12:00 PM EDT | 18:00 CEST

May 2015

Regulatory Conference

Cosmetics at the Crossroads of Science & Regulation

The Cosmetics Europe Conference will take place in 2015 for the second time

CONUSBAT wishes to inform about this year's upcoming CE-conference and invites for meeting there. CE again cooperated in our regulatory workshop at In-Cosmetics, Barcelona 2015. Now, we are looking forward to Brussels and the CE-event.

Cosmetics Europe Week, Brussels, 16 - 19 June 2015

Cosmetics Conference

Meet with Steven L. Hanft at Suppliers Day

in New Jersey – May 12-13, 2015

Pls. make an appointment under steven.hanft@conusbat.com

SCC Suppliers Day, New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, Edison, 12-13 May 2015

April 2015

Regulatory Newsletter

How Chemical and Environmental Legislation gained Momentum

Regulatory Update, published 23 April 2015

A historical review of some salient events, which led to increased regulation of chemicals and the chemical industry.

If you want to sign up for the Newsletter, pls. send an email to steven.hanft@conusbat.com.

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, April 2015

Regulatory Workshop

Novel Strategies towards Regulatory Compliance after Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 was set in motion

A Barcelona Review

The workshop was very enjoyable while providing clarity on many issues. Thanks to all speakers, panelists and to the audience.

< Speakers, Panelists & Moderators (left to right): Ana Rocamora (CosmeticsinMind). Isabel Ramos (BIT), Jon Heylings (DTI), Raphael Sauerwein (Cosnova), Annelie Struessmann & Steven L. Hanft (CONUSBAT), Thomas Petry (Toxminds), Gerald Renner (CE)

Regulatory Presentation

Changes in European Cosmetics Law: Facilitation or Hindrance of Innovation

Annelie Struessmann is speaking again at the yearly LUV workshop

The 9th workshop of the SEPAW Expert Group Legislation/Environment/Consumer (LUV) on environmental and consumer relevant topics will be held in Würzburg/Germany this year. Annelie Struessmann will present there for the second time after 2010 and again she has a challenging topic. However, this reflects only the high standards of the LUV event.

[PDF] Invitation and Program of the Workshop

9th Workshop SEPAWA Expert Group LUV, 22. April 2015, Würzburg, Germany

Regulatory Workshop

Novel Strategies towards Regulatory Compliance after Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 was set in motion

CONUSBAT workshop at In-Cosmetics 2015, Barcelona, 14. April, 9:00-13:00

The workshop outlines the new regulatory landscape in Europe and considers novel compliance strategies. The presentation format is interactive and allows Q&A between presenters and audience during the whole course of the workshop .

Presenters:
Dr. Gerald Renner, Director of Technical Regulatory Affairs, Cosmetics Europe, Belgium
Dr. Thomas Petry, Managing Director, ToxMinds, Belgium
Prof. Jon Heylings, Chairman and CSO, Dermal Technology Laboratory (DTL Ltd), UK
Esq. Raphael Sauerwein, Regulatory Director, Cosnova Cosmetics, Germany
Dr. Isabel Ramos, Co-Founder, Beauty Intelligence, Spain
Ana Rocamora, Managing Director, Cosmetics-in-Mind, Spain

Moderators:
Dr. Annelie Struessmann, Technical Regulatory Director, CONUSBAT
Steven L. Hanft, M.A., President, CONUSBAT, Germany

[PDF] Agenda: CONUSBAT Regulatory Workshop at In-Cosmetics

Booking - CONUSBAT Regulatory Workshop at In-Cosmetics, Barcelona, 14. April 2015

March 2015

Regulatory Speech

Presentation at 'Making Cosmetics'

The Impact of Legislation Related to Animal Issues / Compliance – The Practicalities

The presentation of Annelie Struessmann will be on March 24, Room A at 4.25 pm. For any time during the show you can make an appointment with us.

Making Cosmetics, Ricoh Arena, Coventry, UK, 24 - 25 March 2015

Regulatory Newsletter

The Regulatory Road to Barcelona

EU / Global Regulatory News on 20 March 2015

On the way to the 5th Regulatory Workshop on April 14, organized for In-Cosmetics, and the steps made. If you want to sign up for the Newsletter, pls. send an email to Steven.Hanft@CONUSBAT.com

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, March 2015

January - February 2015

Regulatory Newsletter

Regulatory Affairs 101: Historical Milestones towards Consumer Health Protection

Regulatory News, published 20 January 2015

A short essay on the history of the US-FDA. If you want to sign up for the Newsletter, pls. send an email to Steven.Hanft@CONUSBAT.com

[PDF] CONUSBAT Newsletter, January 2015

December 2014

Christmas 2014

We thank you for the cooperation in 2014

and look forward to the New Year

...enjoy some peaceful days

November 2014

Regulatory Affairs

Comparing Israel’s Draft Pharmacists’ Regulations (Cosmetics) 2012-5773 & Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 on Cosmetic Products of the European Union

Workshop postponed to a date in 2015

Organisation: Bioforum - We will inform about date and location as soon as available

How European Cosmetics Legislation influences Regulatory Frameworks World-wide

New article written by Annelie Struessmann

The EU implemented a new regulatory framework for cosmetics, which clarified and extended a modular approach taken from the earlier directive and at the same time changed the legal procedure to direct validity over all Member States. Regulatory modules, including the safety assessment, notification, GMP, substance regulation, cosmetovigilance, etc., can be easily transferred into other countries’ legislation, which is wanted in view of more harmonized international requirements. It has successfully happened with the highest acceptance worldwide accounting to the element of substance regulation.

H&PC Today, Vol. 9(5), September/October 2014

October 2014

Regulatory Affairs

Meeting the CLP Deadline of June 1, 2015

CONUSBAT performs all services towards compliance with the re-classification deadline of June 1, 2015 and possesses 'Proof of Expertise' according to §5 (ChemProhReg/Chem VerbotsV).

The European Union’s adaptation of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) on classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixtures which entered into force on January 20, 2009. Since December 1, 2010, CLP applied to all substances and a new deadline comes up on June 1, 2015. This is the day when the classification rules from CLP will become fully applicable for chemical mixtures. Also effective on June 1, 2015, the old Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC will be repealed. All suppliers of cosmetic ingredients will have to comply with the CLP classification rules for their products.

Regulatory Affairs

"The Animal Testing Ban – What is next?”

A Retrospective look at the full day In-Cosmetics Hamburg 1. April 2014 Workshop

An article written by Steven L. Hanft and published in EuroCosmetics

[PDF] Article S.L. Hanft

eurocosmetics-magazine, VOLUME NO. 22, June 2014

Cosmetics Business Regulatory Summit 2014

CONUSBAT spoke two times at the Summit

During an informative event with international delegates attending, Steven L. Hanft presented on the topic, ‘REACH and the Cosmetic Products Regulation - The hard work SMEs go through for Compliance’, while Annelie Struessmann spoke on the topic: ‘Breaking into the Eurozone - Stages of Product Development requiring Regulatory Awareness.’

Cosmetics Business Regulatory Summit 2014, Brussels, 17 - 18 June 2014 - press cover
< Annelie Struessmann, Richard Hesk and Claudia de Lucca-Mano

Meet us in Brussels at the CE Event:

'Cosmetics at the Crossroads of Science & Regulation'

CONUSBAT wishes to inform about this upcoming conference and invite to ‘meet & greet’ there. Previously, CE has cooperated with CONUSBAT for its regulatory sessions organized for Reed Exhibition at In-Cosmetics, Paris 2013 & Hamburg 2014.

[PDF] CE Event, Brussels, 10 - 11 June 2014

Cosmetics Europe

Cosmetics in Canada

Specifics for Cosmetics' Labelling

Certain specifics apply to the use of correct INCI for the mandatory listing of ingredients on the product labels. Therefore, Health Canada published a specific guidance document.

[PDF] Guide to Cosmetic Ingredient Labelling

Health Canada

May 2014

Regulatory Affairs

Focus on Ingredient Regulation

CONUSBAT participates in Global Cosmetic Compliance Summit

Annelie Struessmann will conduct a three-hour seminar on the topic: Global regulations on ingredients – similarities and differences worldwide and regulatory specifics resulting from the EU influences

[PDF] CONUSBAT Workshop on Ingredient Regulation

Global Cosmetic Compliance Summit - Agenda, 27 - 29 May 2014
Global Cosmetic Compliance Summit, Amsterdam, 27 May 2014

April 2014

Regulatory Affairs

In-Cosmetics Workshop: The Animal Testing Ban - What's next?

Annelie Struessmann in a video on the the outcome for the workshop

What are the new developments in the area of animal testing alternatives and what industry has to consider in the meantime - the most important results of the workshop in brief

Video - Cosmetics-Design, 16 April 2014
< Speakers (left to right): Des Cave (BioReliance), Annelie Struessmann (CONUSBAT), Theresa Callaghan (CCINTL), Christian Pellevoisin (SkinEthic Academy), Nava Dayan (Dr. Nava Dayan LLC), Ellen Pfrommer (BASF), Joop de Knecht (OECD), Patric Amcoff (CE)

In-cosmetics 2014 @ booth 4H05

Much discussion, engaging meetings, new standpoints, new energies

Also in 2014, in-cosmetics meant a great event for CONUSBAT. A workshop was presented which delivered the results on getting oriented within the requirements from the 'Animal Testing Ban'. The overall judgment for the workshop was 'very satisfying'. Thanks go to all speakers and to an excellent audience, which provided discussions and stimulus. At booth 4H05, this and other topics were further evaluated with clients, business partners and new contacts.

[PDF] CONUSBAT Focus Ingredients: Services for Classification, Labelling and Packaging

The Animal Testing Ban: What’s next?

The list of speakers is complete - facts & views are addressed from a global perspective

What are the new paths for assuring innovation of products and ingredients under the Animal Testing Ban. Speakers in Hamburg on these questions are:
- Dr. Patric Amcoff, Cosmetics Europe [CE]
- Dr. Joop de Knecht, OECD
- Dr. Christian Pellevoisin, SkinEthic Academy
- Desmond (Des) Cave, BioReliance
- Dr. Nava Dayan, Dr. Nava Dayan LLC, USA
- Dr. Reinhard Kreiling, Clariant, Chair EFfCI Toxikologie-WG
- Ellen Pfrommer, BASF
- Dr. Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT
Once again, CONUSBAT is Reed Exhibition’s designated organizer for the regulatory workshop.

[PDF] - Workshop Agenda - 1 April 2014-final

BLOG elucidating contents and goals of the workshop - A.Struessmann, February 19, 2014
in-cosmetics, 1 April 2014, Hamburg, Germany - Subscription Workshop Part 1 & 2

March 2014

Regulatory Affairs

Not a Burden but a Benefit

CosmeticsVision was an excellent event which brought together scientists and marketeers

Annelie Struessmann's contribution addressed the progress obtained from regulatory affairs and how industry can make use of it. Some of her points are depicted in an aricle in Cosmetics Design.

[PDF] REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AS A SPUR TO IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

Article in Cosmetics Design, February 6, 2014
Cosmetics Vision, March 5 - 7, 2014, Cannes, France

February 2014

Regulatory Affairs

EU Regulatory Frameworks with Impact for Cosmetics: The Cosmetic Products Regulation and REACH

New Webinar

The second webinar in cooperation with Mentor Health.

Webinar, March 11, 2014 - 10:00 AM PST - 01:00 PM EST - 17.00 Uhr CET

Technical Communication

German Chemical Association (GDCh) - Workshop No. 973/14

Technisches Englisch in der Industrie (Technical English in Industry)

Steven Hanft again provides a workshop within the continuing education program of the GDCh

GDCh, March 17 - 18, 2014, Frankfurt/Main, Germany

December 2013

Holiday Season 2013/2014

A happy, healthy and successful New Year!

We appreciated the cooperation during 2013

and look forward to the New Year.

Regulatory Affairs

Overview of the Cosmetic Regulations in Major World Economies

Next Week's new Webinar

The webinar will give an overview of the regulatory frameworks for Cosmetics in the world's major economies, EU, USA, Brazil, China, Japan, Korea, ASEAN.

Webinar Date: December 11, 2013; Time: 01:00 PM EST / 19:00 CET
Webinar Subscription

October 2013

Regulatory Affairs

Understanding the Cosmetic Products Regulation and REACH

Cosmetics Compliance Summit - London, October 15, 2013

Annelie Struessmann, CONUSBAT, spoke in London on this topic and considered as well the 'Animal Testing Ban'. The link to her presentation slides can be found below.

Annelie Struessmann in an interview with IQPC's Andrea Charles (QuickTime MediaPlayer)
Cosmetic Compliance Summit - Londen, October 15 - 16, 2013

September 2013

Intercultural Competence

New Training Format for the German Market

English for Regulatory Affairs

A workshop on English terminology and expressions in the area of regulatory affairs. The target participants are the members of the Life Science, Food, Personal Care
as well as Fine Chemicals Supplier Industries

July 2013

Regulatory Affairs

The Cosmetics Product Regulation

July 11, 2013 - Implementation Deadline for the Cosmetic Products Regulation

Since 11 July 2013, all provisions of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, the new Cosmetic Products Regulation, are fully applicable and the old Directive 76/768/EEC has been repealed.

CPR - The EU Commission's website

Intercultural Competence

New Training Format for the German Market

Workshop for Technical Communication

Technical English for Members of the Life Science, Food & Personal Care Industries
as well as Fine Chemicals Supplier Industries

June 2013

Regulatory Affairs - Upcomimg Event

CONUSBAT @ Chemspec

World Wide Cosmetics Regulation

Annelie Struessmann presents on the 5th of June in Munich - please mark your calendars and also make an appointment for a personal meeting at the event with her or with Steven L. Hanft under info@conusbat.com.

You can also meet our partner preevent at the show, make your reservation under the link below.

Chemspec, June 5-6, 2013, Munich
preevent - Testing and Consultancy Firm for Plant and Operational Safety

May 2013

NYSCC Regulatory Seminar

Managing the Regulatory Environment

NYSCC looks at global regulations - von Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor

NYSCC event with CONUSBAT contribution covered by Happi Magazine

[PDF] NYSCC - Event Picture

Happi Magazine, May 3, 2013

April 2013

Regulatory Affairs

In-Cosmetics 2013 - Workshop 'World Wide Regulatory Affairs for Cosmetics' found wide Interest

The Topic moves the Cosmetics Industry

Both sections of the event on April 16 were fully booked; in each section, more than 150 People participated. CONUSBAT wishes to thank all speakers, moderators and participants also in the name of Reed Exhibitions.

[PDF] Pictures from the event

Regulatory Affairs

NYSCC Regulatory Seminar 2013

An educational program of the New York Society of Cosmetics Chemists (NYSCC) - dedicated to the Advancement of Cosmetic Science.

A wonderful, informative event with A. Struessmann speaking about 'The EU's Legislation on Cosmetic Products'.

The Event was also perfectly suited for networking with new and existing contacts. Thanks to the volunteers of the NYSCC, Adrienne Nagy, Steve Herman, John Gormley, for organizing this.

[PDF] NYSCC Regulatory Seminar, April 10, 2013 - Agenda

NYSCC Regulatory Seminar, Seasons Westwood, Washington Township, NJ, April 10, 2013
Cosmeticscope, March 2013

Regulatory Affairs

Whole day workshop: World Wide Regulatory Affairs for Cosmetics

In-Cosmetics 2013, Paris

The workshop is organized by CONUSBAT and covers the regulatory frameworks for cosmetic products in Asia (China, Taiwan, etc.), ASEAN, Australia, India, the Americas, the European Union, Russia and South Africa. A panel discussion on World Wide Legislation, the Similarities and Controversies, represents the event's final highlight. The discussion is opened by three presenations on worldwide postions for animal testing, claims and existing harmonization attempts.

[PDF] Workshop Outline & Speakers, April 16, 2013

In-Cosmetics, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Paris, April 16-18, 2013

March 2013

Technical Communication

GDCh Workshop - Trainer Steven L. Hanft, M.A.

Technical English for Laboratory Personnel in Industry

Why Technical English at the GDCh? - Because Chemists need to communicate in English today!

Workshop- target groups: Laboratory Manager, Technicians & Assistants; Personnel in R&D, Quality Assurance, Product Safety, Regulatory Affairs; Administration and Sales Staff with international responsibilities.
Targeted industry sectors: Chemistry, Technical & Medical Device Industries, Life Sciences, Pharma, Biotechnology, Cosmetic/Personal Care, Food Industry

German Chemical Association (GDCh), Frankfurt a.M., March 5-6, 2013

January 2013

All the best

A Happy, Healthy and Successful Year 2013

to all Customers, Friends and Others

from Annelie Struessmann und Steven L. Hanft

December 2012

Strategic Alliances

CONUSBAT partners with preevent

preevent is a young, ambitious Company focused on Operational Safety

The regulatory framework in focus of preevent's services is Council Directive 89/655/EEC on safety and health requirements for the use of work equipment, which was later replaced by Directive 2009/104/EC

preevent - Testing and Consultancy Firm for Plant and Operational Safety

November 2012

Regulatory Affairs

Nanomaterials – Return to Member State Regulatory Specifics?

France implements National Declaration Provisions for Nanomaterials

The provisions apply to nanomaterials manufactured or imported and made available in France. Included are nanomaterials in mixtures, as such in cosmetic products. Annelie Struessmann questions if this national approach is the right track .

Annelie Struessmann at the In-Cosmetics Webpage, November 29, 2012

In-Cosmetics ASIA 2012

CONUSBAT's Contribution: EU - Preparation for the Regulation Implementation

In-Cosmetics ASIA was held from November 6- 8, 2012 in Bangkok, Thailand. Annelie Struessmann partcipated in the 'Regulatory Workshop' organized by Dr. Alain Khaiat.

In-Cosmetics ASIA - The Regulatory Workshop, Bangkok/Thailand, November 6, 2012

October 2012

Regulatory Affairs

27th IFSCC Congress in Johannesburg, South Africa

CONUSBAT's Contribution: 'REACH and EU Cosmetic Regulation - Results & Gains in a Worldwide Perspective'

Der IFSCC Kongress was held from October 15-18, 2012. South Africa meant a fascinating location for many interesting scientific presentations, as well as for an exhibition of the industry and a diverse social program. All participants found an excellent information and communication platform.

[PDF] Dr. A. Struessmann, Presentation at the IFSCC Congress in Johannesburg 2012

27th IFSCC Congress, October 15-18, 2012, Johannesburg, South Africa

September 2012

Regulatory Affairs

Annelie Struessmann spoke in Shanghai on the Topic:

Personal & Home Care Legislation of the European Union

The '12th Asia Surfactants Personal & Home Care Markets' Conference was held from September 4-5, 2012, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Shanghai - Pudong. Annelie Struessmann had the opportunity to participate in this Conference and to speak about the European regulatory frameworks for the industry sectors of scope. The Conference proved to be an excellent platform for providing information and for networking about the sector specific issues existing in the East Asian markets of China, ASEAN, Japan, Korea, India.

12th Asia Surfactants Personal & Home Care Markets, Shanghai/China, September 4-5, 2012

July 2012

Regulatory Affairs

A new CONUSBAT Blog on the In-Cosmetics Website

Why New Cosmetics Legislation?

Annelie Struessmann's opinion on the necessity of new oder recasted regulatory frameworks for the EU internal market

In-Cosmetics Asia, Bangkok/Thailand, November 6-8, 2013

June 2012

Intercultural Competence

Interactive Workshops

US Presidential Elections 2012 & America’s Governmental Framework

This summer, Steven L. Hanft, will be providing three seminars on these topics at the Summer School of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation at Castle Eichholz in Wesseling

Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Wesseling, Summer 2012

Regulatory Affairs

CONUSBAT presented at the HBA Global Expo in New York City

The HBA Global Expo was held from June 19-21, 2012, at the Jacob Javits Center in NYC

The contribution 'How EU Legislation impacts Global Manufacturers of Cosmetics & Skin Care Products' was given atthe Session 'Safety and Regulatory Issues in the Global Cosmetic Arena'.

HBA Global Expo, New York City, June 19, 2012

April 2012

Strategic Alliances

International Press Releases

Strategic Alliance formed between GRS and CONUSBAT

Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 25, 2012
CosmeticsDesign, May 30, 2012

Regulatory Affairs

CONUSBAT formed Strategic Alliance with Global Regulatory Services (GRS)

Expansion in the Life Sciences' Regulatory Service Areas

Global Regulatory Services (GRS) is a specialist regulatory affairs consultancy offering resource,
support, advice and solutions to life science companies worldwide. It is located in the Biomed Cluster of Cambridge/UK and complementing CONUSBAT for the areas Pharmacie, Biotechnology, Medical Devices and Nutraceuticals/Functional Foods.

Global Regulatory Services (GRS), Ely, Cambridgeshire, UK
Press Release in Business Weekly, April 30, 2012

March 2012

Regulatory Affairs

CONUSBAT's Blog for In-Cosmetics 2012

Implementation of the EU Cosmetics Regulation

The In-Cosmetics trade fair will be held from 17-19 April 2012 in Barcelona. Steven Hanft will be visiting, therefore if you want to speak to him, pls. contact us and schedule a meeting.

Blog for In-Cosmetics 2012, Barcelona
In-Cosmetics - Info Annelie Struessmann

Technical Communication

A new GDCh Program

Technical English for Laboratory Personnel in Industry

Steven L. Hanft organizes the training in cooperation with the German Chemical Society (GDCh). The target group consists of members of the chemical, cosmetics, pharmaceutical and food industry.

Frankfurt, March 6-7, 2012
GDCh Educational Program 2012

January 2012

2012

CONUSBAT wishes

Steven L. Hanft will lecture at the Trans-Atlantic Seminar sponsored by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, November 10-14. 2010, Berlin-Dorint Tegel Hotel

October 2010

Regulatory Affairs

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit in Paris

EU Regulations for Cosmetics - Implementation & Implications

The Sustainable Cosmetics Summit was held at the Marriott Champs-Elysées Hotel. Annelie Struessmann presented on REACH and the new Cosmetics Regulation and evaluated the importance of these frameworks for a sustainable development.

Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, October 18-20, 2010, Paris

Safety Assessment for Cosmetics in Europe

An In-Cosmetics Workshop organized by CONUSBAT

A challenging topic, the assurance of compliance towards the safety assessment of cosmetic products as a consequence of the requirements from the new EU Cosmetics Regulation with a deadline of July 11, 2013, will be taken up by Annelie Struessmann and further experts from the industry.

This workshop will address and provide answers on all questions surrounding toxicological, dermatological, physico-chemical and microbiological requirements on cosmetic ingredients', incl. fragrances', and products' assessment, as well as include read-across and weight of evidence approaches. Also tackled will be the regulatory background, requirements towards notification, status on latest EU guidance updates, qualification and training needs for Safety Assessors as well as cooperation requirements during product development, etc.

It is a practical workshop providing an overview on all necessary steps of the safety assessment and directed towards all those responsible, safety assessors, product developers, ingredient and fragrance suppliers, as well as the decision makers in cosmetic- and ingredient companies.

The Speakers are:
Dr. Annelie Struessmann, Conusbat, Member EFfCI KosRo-WG
Dr. Winfried Steiling, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
Dr. Marcus Kleber, Cognis GmbH, Member EFfCI KosRo-WG
Dr. Silvia Boracchi, Ager srl, Chair EFfCI RAPS-WG
Dr. Robert Fellous, Symrise, Member IFRA Scientific Committee
Dr. Michael Bogdahn, Beiersdorf AG

Safety Assessment for Cosmetics in Europe - Regulatory Seminar
In-Cosmetics, March 29, 2011, 09:30 - 13:30, Milan

September 2010

Regulatory Affairs

EU Regulatory Update in Cosmetic & Toiletries

Provisions for CMRs

The first deadline from the new Cosmetics Regulation is December 1 and applies to CMR substances

Cosmetic & Toiletries, September 14, 2010

August 2010

Regulatory Affairs

HBA New York

Cosmetic Products Regulation in the European Union

Steven L. Hanft presented at the Gobal Perspectives Conference on the EU Cosmetics Regulation [Section I-02 - Negotiation International Regulations]

HBA Global Expo and Conference, New York, August 28, 2010

Intercultural Competence

Intercultural Seminars

Steven Hanft teaches again at the Summer School of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation

His topics include 'US History - from the Pilgrim Father’s to President Obama’, he leads discussions on cross-cultural issues and involves students in an interactive activity ‘Germany seeks its future Foreign Minister’

Konrad Adenauer Foundation, July, 22 & 29 + August 1, 2010

Regulatory Affairs

IV Workshop de Abordagens Estratégicas Aplicadas à Cosmetologia

Requisitos Regulatórios para Produtos Cosméticos na União Européia

Dr. Annelie Struessman, Technical Director, CONUSBAT presents at ABC, Associação Brasileira de Cosmetologia - the Brazilian Cosmetics Association - on the EU Cosmetics Regulation

ABC Workshop - Sao Paulo, August 10, 2010

July 2010

Regulatory Affairs

Editorial: News on Worldwide Cosmetics Regulations

Focus Brazil

A by-monthly editorial by Annelie Struessmann reporting on worldwide news in cosmetics' legislation and information related thereto.

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, July 21, 2010

EU Regulatory Update in Cosmetic & Toiletries

Enforcing REACH

With this issue A. Struessmann provides newly available facts and information on REACH enforcement

Cosmetic & Toiletries, July 20, 2010

June 2010

Regulatory Affairs

Editorial: News on Worldwide Cosmetics Regulations

Focus Japan, China, Taiwan, Hongkong

A by-monthly editorial by Annelie Struessmann reporting on worldwide news in cosmetics' legislation and information related thereto.

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, June 16, 2010

Contact Points between REACH and the Cosmetics Regulation

A. Struessmann speaks on March 4 at the event „REACH and GHS ante portas“ of the SEPAWA task force „Legislative – Environment– Consumer“ (LUV) - Location: Henkel AG & Co KGaA, Düsseldorf

SEPAWA Event, Düsseldorf, March 4, 2010

February 2010

Intercultural Competence

Article Series: Worldwide Cosmetics & Personal Care Regulations

The new Cosmetics Regulation in Europe

The newest contribution to the series of articles by Annelie Struessmann

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, Novtember 18, 2009

Intercultural Competence

Steven Hanft lectures on three topics of the current world affairs

- Globalization & the World Financial Crisis - Einhard Gymnasium, Aachen, November 2, 2009
- From the Pilgrim Fathers to President Obama - Pius Gymnasium, Aachen, November 4, 2009
- US History, American Government & Current Trends in America’ - Irmgardus Gymasium, Koeln, November 9, 2009

Konrad Adenauer Foundation, Düsseldorf

Training

English for Medical Purposes

Steven Hanft is Adjunct Faculty at the RWTH Aachen

The Medical School at the RWTH Aachen, November - December 2009

October 2009

Regulatory Affairs

REACH Newsletter - Issue October 2009

A Status Report Nearly One Year Before the First Registration Deadline

The new edition of the monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on REACH

Cosmetics & Toiletries, October 20, 2009

New Appointment

Adjunct Faculty at the Medical School of the RWTH Aachen

English for Medical Purposes

Steven L. Hanft has been appointed to be Adjunct Faculty at Aachen’s RWTH Teaching University Hospital on the topic ‘English for Medical Purposes’. He will start teaching this winter semester.

The Medical School at the RWTH Aachen

Intercultural Competence

New Seminar

President Obama's Approach towards a Comprehensive US Health Insurance Plan

Steven Hanft lectures at the "Hautes Etudes Commerciales" (HEC) Management School of the University of Liège, Belgium

HEC-ULg Ecole de Gestion de l’Université de Liège, October 9, 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Online Training

The new European Regulation on Cosmetic Products – What changes does it bring?

Dr. Annelie Struessmann

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, 1. October 2009

September 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Newsletter - Issue September 2009

Downstream User Obligations, Identified Uses and Use Descriptors

A monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on REACH and other European regulatory frame works with relevance for cosmetics & toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, September 22, 2009

Article Series: Worldwide Cosmetics & Personal Care Regulations

Cosmetic Regulations in North America - USA & Canada: Update

Part 3 of the Article Series on Worldwide Cosmetics & Personal Care Regulations

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, September 9, 2009

August 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Newsletter - Issue August 2009

Exposure Assessment Elements

A monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on REACH and other European regulatory frame works with relevance for cosmetics & toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, August 19, 2009

Intercultural Competence

Seminar Series on American History

From the Pilgrim Fathers to President Obama

Steven L. Hanft, M.A.
Konrad Adenauer Summer School, Wesseling,
July 27 and August 4 & 31, 2009

Konrad Adenauer Foundation

July 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Article Series: Worldwide Cosmetics & Personal Care Regulations

REACH – An Overview and the Actual Status

Part 2 of a series of articles by Annelie Struessmann in SpecalChem4Cosmetics

SpecialChem4Cosmetics, July 1, 2009

Regulatory Newsletter - Issue July 2009

Exposure Scenario Annexes and Other Changes to the SDS

A monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on principles of European regulatory frame works with relevance for the areas of cosmetics & toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, June 30, 2009

The Regulatory Newsletter in the online-C&T Magazin

Exposure Scenario Annexes and Other Changes to the SDS

Allured's Cosmetics & Toiletries magazin is now available online featuring Annelie Struessmann's newsletter

Cosmetics & Toiletries digital, September 2009

June 2009

Market Knowledge

New CONUSBAT Article from the Business Services Area

European Food and Beverage Trends

REACH: SIEF Activities for an Impending Deadline

A monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on European regulatory affairs in the area of cosmetics & toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, March 23, 2009

Networks

ACUMENTIA starts its new, informative website

CONUSBAT is a member of ACUMENTIA since January 2009

ACUMENTIA consists of some 40 highly qualified scientific and technical consultants, with particular experience in the global food, pharmaceutical and healthcare industries and other related areas

ACUMENTIA Ltd.

February 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Newsletter - Issue February 2009

GHS: EU Adapts Globally Harmonized System of Chemical Labeling

A monthly newsletter by Annelie Struessmann on European regulatory affairs in the area of cosmetics & toiletries

Cosmetics & Toiletries, February 11, 2009

January 2009

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Newsletter - Issue January 2009

REACH: Taking Steps to Register Pre-registered Substances

The Newsletter from now on will cover all aspects of EU regulatory affairs with relevance for cosmetics & toiletries. Actually, however, REACH remains the major topic.

Cosmetics & Toiletries, January 13, 2009

Publication

REACH: New European Chemical’s Regulation meets its First Important Deadline

CONUSBAT's publication in the January issue of Commerce Germany Update / American Chamber of Commerce in Germany (AmCham)

AmCham - Commerce Germany Update January 2009
CONUSBAT Article

New Affiliation

CONUSBAT is proud to announce its membership with Acumentia

Better service for international business needs

Acumentia is a group of Consultants specializing in the bioscience industries including food, personal care, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and related disciplines.

Acumentia Ltd, the scientific, technical & business solutions consultancy

December - January 2010

Regulatory Newsletter

CONUSBAT Newsletter - Holiday Issue

The Reponsibel Person

Happy Holidays with some good Information wishes CONUSBAT

Regulatory Affairs

Pulication

How companies are facing REACH

CONUSBAT is one of several companies expressing their experiences with REACH in the REACH Supplement of the December issue of Household & Personal Care (H&PC)

H&PC-December 2008

Newsletter Update

End of REACH Pre-registration: The First Deadline is Here

Newsletter in C&T
by Dr. Annelie Struessmann

Cosmetics & Toiletries, December 2, 2008

November 2008

Regulatory Affairs

Newsletter Update

REACH: Substances of Very High Concern

by Dr. Annelie Struessmann

Cosmetics & Toiletries, November 18, 2008

Presentation

REACH: Business Briefing for American Companies Active in Europe

by Steven L. Hanft
Marine Equipment Trade Show sponsored by the US Commercial Service Divisions for Benelux & Germany, RAI Center, Amsterdam, November 18, 2008

CONUSBAT Presentation

Market Knowledge

Lecture

US Market Knowledge

Steven L. Hanft
HEC-ULg, Liege, Belgium, November 15, 2008

HEC Management School - University of Liege

REACH: Two Weeks until Pre-registration

Dr. Annelie Struessmann

Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 20, 2008

April 2008

Regulatory Affairs

Presentation

REACH: Consequences for Manufacturers located Outside the European Union

Dr. Annelie Struessmann
2008 World Adhesive Conference & Expo
22. April 2008, Miami, Florida

Presentation

International Cosmetic Regulations

Dr. Annelie Struessmann
November 23, 2007 - EFfCI Annual Meeting, Paris, France

EFfCI

Presentation

Asian Cosmetics: A Regulatory Update

by Dr. Annelie Struessmann
14 November 2007 - An Intertech Pira Conference, 13.-15. Nov.
2007 in Nice, France

IntertechPira

Newsletter Update

How REACH Affects Cosmetics and Personal Care Manufacturers

Dr. Annelie Struessmann

Cosmetics & Toiletries, November 7, 2007

October 2007

Regulatory Affairs

Online Training

REACH: Defining Compliance Strategies

Dr. Annelie Struessmann
for the Coatings & Inks - Polymers - Cosmetics & Toiletries Industry
October 30, 2007, SpecialChem

July - September 2007

Market Research

Report

Poland’s Food & Beverage Industries, 2007

I. Meat & Poultry

Beef, Pork & Poultry Production
Sausages, Pâtés, Preserved Meats, Convenience Food Products

II. Grain

Grain Milled Products
Starch & Starch Products
Fresh & Preserved Bakery Products
Noodles & Pasta

Intercultural Competence

Seminar

US History – Pilgrim Fathers, Immigrant Nation to Superpower
USA: Current Socio-Economic Issues & Trends
US Government: It’s Structure & Major American Political Parties

Steven L. Hanft

10. Juli + 18. & 11. September 2007 - Konrad Adenauer Stiftung,

Wesseling, Germany

June 2007

Regulatory Affairs

Online Training

REACH: Basic Principles & Compliance Strategies

Dr. Annelie Struessmann
for the Coatings & Inks - Polymers - Adhesives & Sealants - Cosmetics & Toiletries Industry
June 21, 2007, SpecialChem

May 2007

Market Knowledge

Presentation

The European Food & Beverage Industries

Steven L. Hanft
May 4, 2007 - IFT Marketing & Management NY/NJ Sections, New Brunswick, NJ USA

Outline

March 2007

Regulatory Affairs

Online Training

REACH and its Impact on the Cosmetics & Toiletry Industry

Dr. Annelie Struessmann
March 28, 2007, SpecialChem

November - October 2020

Safety Assessment Course

3rd Free Online-Seminar on 8 September 2020 at 18.00 CEST

Introduction to Cosmetics Safety Assessment

The 3rd Free Online Seminar bridges towards the 2nd Training Module:

- Cosmetic function ‘cleaning’: What is cleaning, what is clean - what happens to the skin?
- The Safety Assessor’s evaluation of the cleaning process
- Borderline between cleaning and preventing action of harmful organisms