What is the IFRA 49th Amendment?
As already widely communicated, notably by the several webinars organized by IFRA and RIFM, the 49th Amendment introduces the revised methodology of Quantitative Risk Assessment for fragrance ingredients (QRA2).
What are the IFRA Standards?
For four decades, the IFRA Standards have set the boundaries for fragrance creation – ensuring that people can enjoy the art of perfumery with confidence. The IFRA Standards ban, limit or set criteria for the use of certain ingredients, based on scientific evidence and consumer insights.
What does IFRA restricted mean?
Restricted means that you can use this material but only below a certain concentration in the finished product. For most of the “IFRA Standards of restriction”, you will find a table (this is what we call a QRA Standard).
What is IFRA maximum usage level?
We generally find that you get the best results from fragrances in lotions when used at a minimum of 2%, so when the IFRA lists the maximum usage level as below 2% we count it as not recommended for lotions.
What is the full form of IFRA?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) is the global representative body of the fragrance industry.
Is IFRA a law?
It is not a regulatory body but a voluntary membership organization that represents the interests of the fragrance industry at large, from raw materials producers to fragrance consumer products. IFRA does not make laws, it makes recommendations.
Is IFRA mandatory?
Since most perfume manufacturers in the world are IFRA members, they are therefore committed to abide by IFRA standards. So technically, perfume manufacturers have to treat the IFRA Guidelines as if they were legally binding.
Does IFRA apply to essential oils?
Essential oils are typically added to soap at a rate of . 5-1 oz. per pound of oils (or 30-60 grams), but for certain essential oils, such as cinnamon or clove, this usage rate is higher than the recommend usage amount per IFRA.
Do you have to follow IFRA?
Adherence to the IFRA Code of Practice is mandatory for all companies that are members of IFRA. These companies include Regular Members, Supporting Members and members of National Associations.
Is IFRA fragrance safe?
IFRA (International Fragrance Association) The IFRA Standards form the basis for the globally accepted and recognized risk management system for the safe use of fragrance ingredients and are part of the IFRA Code of Practice.
Is today National fragrance day?
March 21st
Fragrance Day: March 21st.
How do you read IFRA?
The IFRA rate is the safety rate. This is how much can come in contact with your skin when making this particular product without causing irritation. Fragrance oil in soap should generally be used at 5% – 6% if the fragrance has a high IFRA safety rate. One thing to look for is fragrance with a safety rate below 5%.
What is the 50th amendment to the IFRA Standards?
This Library contains Standards up to the 50th Amendment, an ‘off-cycle’ amendment for one ingredient, Mintlactone, published on 30 June 2021. The IFRA Standards documentation page has full information on the 50th Amendment.
Where can I find more information about the IFRA Standards?
If you are a first-time user or need explanations, go to our ‘About the IFRA Standards’ page first, where you will find a simple guide to the program. This Library contains Standards up to the 50th Amendment, an ‘off-cycle’ amendment for one ingredient, Mintlactone, published on 30 June 2021.
What is the new IFRA information letter 1107?
2 March 2021 IFRA Information Letter 1107 – Clarifications related to the implementation of IFRA Standards and categorization of product types in the 49th Amendment 2 March 2021 IFRA Information Letter 1107 – Clarifications related to the implementation of IFRA Standards and categorization of product types in the 49th Amendment
Why has IFRA developed a new certification method for fragrances?
To ensure that consumer goods companies and people using fragranced products can be confident that fragrances conform with the IFRA Standards, IFRA has developed a new method of certification. A revised template for Certificates of Conformity to the IFRA Standards is available here.