Bayer and Beiersdorf settle Coppertone case for US$2.3 million
Bayer and Beiersdorf have settled a class action lawsuit brought against the Coppertone sun care brand, according to a court notice issued by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
GPA Global announces acquisition of packaging company Cosfibel Group
GPA Global has announced the acquisition of Cosfibel Group, a luxury packaging, gifting and merchandising player.
US cosmetics regulatory update signed into law
President Biden has signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2023 into law, according to a report published by the National Law Review. The legislation includes the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MOCRA) of 2022, amending Chapter IV of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.
Manufacturing in 2022 – grinding to a halt
At the start of the year, manufacturers were gearing up for growth. With the end of Covid restrictions in the west and omicron receding, it was back to business.
Procter & Gamble settles benzene class action for US$8 million
Procter & Gamble has settled a class action suit for US$8 million dollars, according to a report published by Top Class Actions. The US FMCG manufacturer stood charged with selling aerosol products contaminated with benzene.
Chemical plant fire at Symrise Georgia plant under investigation
A chemical plant fire took place at the Symrise chemical plant in Georgia, with the plant suffering a series of explosions after bursting into flames, with the fire now under investigation, according to Fox News.
L’Oréal USA to open new Research & Innovation Center in New Jersey
L’Oréal USA today announced that it will be opening a new, state-of-the-art Research & Innovation (R&I) Center in Clark, New Jersey.
Sephora grows North Las Vegas distribution centre; to offer a further 147 jobs
Sephora is set to expand its North Las Vegas distribution centre, with the expansion adding a further 147 jobs at the site within five years.
P&G and Engie partner on renewable energy project
Procter & Gamble and Engie North America have announced a 200 MW Power Purchase Agreement from Engie’s Sun Valley Solar project in Texas.
Coty expands partnership with Cruelty Free International
Coty has extended its strategic partnership with Cruelty Free International. The US beauty giant’s Rimmel, Manhattan and Risque brands have now joined stablemate CoverGirl as Leaping Bunny Approved.
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