1972/1008(CNS)

Cosmetic Products Directive

PROPOSAL FOR A COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO COSMETIC PRODUCTS

Stage: No longer in force
Transposition deadline: 30 Jan 1978
Procedure: Directive · Consultation procedure
Last activity: 27 Sept 1976

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Directive 76/768/EEC approximates Member State rules on the composition, labeling and packaging of cosmetic products, and defines cosmetics separately from pharmaceuticals. It bans marketing of products containing Annex II substances and sets labeling duties for manufacturers or marketers established in the Community.

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