24 Sep 2024 --- New York adopts new regulations to curb 1,4-dioxane in household cleansing, personal care and cosmetic products. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says the state is the first in the US to take on the regulation for these product categories to protect consumers, natural resources and create healthier communities. Synthetic industrial chemical 1,4-dioxane is widely used as a chemical stabilizer in various formulations and is frequently linked to chlorinated solvents. It exists as a byproduct or contaminant in consumer goods like shampoo and laundry detergent. The US FDA says 1,4-dioxane may exist as a trace contaminant in cosmetics and is a potential carcinogen.
