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CEHTRAWATCH: the smart digital regulatory monitoring tool for effortless compliance
Discover Cehtrawatch, the digital regulatory monitoring tool that keeps your business compliant with controlled updates and no software installation needed.
Sep 30, 20252 min read


What Is an Endocrine Disruptor? Definition, Identification and EU Regulatory Criteria
Learn what an endocrine disruptor is, how EDs are identified in the EU, and the regulatory criteria used under CLP, biocides, and pesticides. Discover how CEHTRA supports ED assessment and classification.
Sep 23, 20252 min read


n-Hexane: An Omnipresent Solvent, Soon to Be Classified as a “Substance of Very High Concern”?
n-Hexane (CAS No. 110-54-3) is a volatile aliphatic hydrocarbon derived from petroleum distillation. Used as a solvent, it plays a key role in several sectors:
Food industry: extraction of vegetable oils (soy, rapeseed, sunflower), flavors, and proteins.
Cosmetics and perfumery: obtaining absolutes, essential oils, and pure plant extracts.
Its popularity is based on its efficiency, high yield, and low cost. However, this solvent requires strict purification to limit res
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Natural ingredients and food safety: myths, realities, and best practices
Lorsqu’on parle de nutrition, de compléments alimentaires ou d’ingrédients innovants, le mot “naturel” inspire immédiatement confiance. Mais est-ce qu’un ingrédient naturel est toujours sûr pour la consommation ?
Spoiler alert : pas nécessairement. Et c’est justement ce que les scientifiques et les experts en sécurité alimentaire s’attachent à démontrer, preuve à l’appui.
Sep 10, 20252 min read


Glabridine: An Ingredient Under Scrutiny in Cosmetics
Glabridine is an isoflavonoid (isoflavane) extracted from Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice root). It is widely used in cosmetics for its skin-lightening and anti-tyrosinase activity, as well as for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is mainly found in skincare products, anti-aging creams, and sunscreens.
Sep 2, 20251 min read
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