Stay Compliant: EU Fragrance Allergen Rules Are Changing

If you sell cosmetic products in the EU, this is something you can’t afford to ignore.

The European Union is expanding its list of fragrance allergens from 24 to over 80 substances. This will directly impact your formulations, CPSRs, and product labels.

If your compliance isn’t updated in time, your products could no longer be legally sold.

What’s Changing?

The updated regulations require more detailed allergen disclosure to better protect consumers, particularly those with sensitivities.

This isn’t about restricting formulations. It’s about increasing transparency and ensuring products can be used safely and with confidence.

Key Deadlines

31st July 2026 — New Products (Placed on the Market)

From this date, any of the 80+ allergens present above the declaration threshold must be included on the ingredient list.

31st July 2028 — Existing Products (Made Available on the Market)

Products already on the market before July 2026 must be updated. After this date, any product that does not declare the newly required allergens can no longer be sold in the EU.

Do You Need to Take Action?

If your product contains fragrance, essential oils, or parfum, there’s a high chance this regulation applies to you.

Rather than trying to interpret complex allergen data yourself, we can review your formulation and confirm exactly what’s required.

Check your product with our EU Allergen Review:

https://naturallybalmy.co.uk/products/extended-allergen-label-review-new-eu-regulations⁠

Allergen Declaration Thresholds

0.01% for rinse-off products (e.g. cleansers, shampoos)

0.001% for leave-on products (e.g. creams, balms, serums)

What This Means for Your Brand

If you currently sell, or plan to sell, in the EU, you may need to:

•           Update your formulations
•           Review and revise your CPSR
•           Amend your ingredient listings
•           Confirm allergen data with your fragrance suppliers

Delaying this work can lead to unsellable stock, costly relabelling, and delays to launch or distribution.

How Naturally Balmy Can Help

We support brands at every stage of cosmetic compliance.

Whether you need a CPSR update, a full compliance review, or support with label and formulation checks, our team can guide you through the process clearly and efficiently.

Not sure if your product is still compliant under the new EU rules?

Our EU Allergen Review Service will assess your formulation and tell you exactly what must be declared — so you can stay compliant with confidence.

Check your product with our EU Allergen Review Service:

https://naturallybalmy.co.uk/products/eu-extended-allergen-compliance-review-service⁠

Or email us at sales@naturallybalmy.co.uk and we’ll advise on the next steps.

Don’t Leave This Too Late

Many brands will wait until the deadline approaches.

Those who act early avoid unnecessary cost, delays, and disruption.