CLP & Compliance
How To Spot a Dodgy or Incorrect CLP Label
A quick, practical guide to spotting when a CLP label looks off. Learn how to compare it with the SDS, check pictograms and avoid using incorrect or outdated templates.
How To Read An IFRA Certificate: Simple Guide For UK Home Fragrance Makers
IFRA certificates look complex, but once you know where to look they are surprisingly simple. This guide shows UK home fragrance makers how to read IFRA limits properly and why IFRA on its own does not guarantee a safe or compliant product.
2025 brought new banned and restricted ingredients in both the EU and GB, and most makers won’t know because suppliers rarely update their SDS. This is the blunt, no-bullshit guide to what changed, what it means, and which ingredients you should double-check before something bites you.
What an SDS Actually Is (And What Makers Really Need It For)
SDS documents look intimidating, but most makers only need a tiny bit of what is inside them. This simple guide explains what an SDS is, what it is really for, and how wax melt and candle makers can use it without getting buried in jargon.
Room Spray Safety Guide | IFRA Category 10B, Bases & TWD Explained
Room sprays made simple. IFRA 10B explained properly, which bases are safe, which aren’t, when you need TWD, and what to check before choosing a spray base. No waffle, just clarity.
Upcoming Fragrance Ingredient Restrictions: What Makers Must Know
Major fragrance ingredient restrictions are coming. Here’s what makers need to know about reformulations, allergens and CLP changes.
IFRA 51 Explained: The Short Simplified Version
IFRA 51 is now in force. Here’s what’s changed for diffusers, wax melts and sprays, and how UK makers can stay fully compliant.
The Truth About Product Labeling: Are You Making False Claims?
Avoid misleading product claims with accurate and transparent labeling. From “100% Soy Wax” to “Chemical-Free” cleaning products, learn why certain claims can be deceptive and how to ensure compliance. Build consumer trust with honest branding and professional label printing.
CLP Labeling Update: Say Goodbye to Colored Backgrounds and Tiny Text
Stay compliant with the latest CLP labeling regulations! The new EU rules require white backgrounds, larger text, and legible sans-serif fonts for improved readability and safety. Learn what this means for your labels, key changes, and timelines for compliance. Keep your products up to standard—read more now!