Vietnam: Draft Decree on the Management of Cosmetics Vietnam has published a new regulation on cosmetic: the Draft Decree on the Management of Cosmetics. It is supposed to come into force on the 1 July 2026. The draft Decree comprises 10 chapters and 60 articles, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for the management of...
EU: New European Chemicals Industry Action Plan On July 8, 2025, the European Commission unveiled the long-anticipated European Chemicals Industry Action Plan, a key initiative to enhance the competitiveness and drive the transformation of the EU chemicals sector. This comprehensive plan is central to the EU’s broader strategy for sustainable development, energy transition, and...
EU: Cosmetics – glossary of common ingredient names for use The EU has published a Draft Commission Implementing Decision laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as regards the glossary of common ingredient names for use in the labelling of cosmetic products. Background: Article 19(1)(g) of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009...
EU: Possible revision of the Cosmetics Products Regulation The Cosmetic Products Regulation is applicable to all cosmetic products made available on the EU market. Its primary goal is to establish a harmonized legal framework across the EU to: Safeguard consumer health by guaranteeing that all cosmetic products comply with stringent safety requirements before being...
EU: Cosmetic Products Regulation review announced for 2025 The EU Commission has announced its intention to review the Cosmetic Products Regulation. The initiative will assess whether the rules are working as intended. The call for evidence from the market and various stakeholders will be opened soon. The EU Cosmetic Products Regulation (Regulation (EC) No...
China: New measures for the importation of cosmetics. China has published Measures of the Customs of the People’s Republic of China for the Administration of Inspection and Supervision of Import and Export Cosmetics. In accordance with its article 4 [Main responsibility for quality and safety of producers and operators] Import and export cosmetics manufacturers...
Canada: New regulation for cosmetics Canada has published Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Concerning the Disclosure of Cosmetic Ingredients. The Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Concerning the Disclosure of Cosmetic Ingredients (amended Regulations) address a number of matters related to the requirements for cosmetics under the Food and Drugs Act and include consequential amendments to the...
Japan: Amendments to cosmetics standards Japan has announced a partial revision of the Standards for Cosmetics. The change is being made to the Law on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices. 2-Aminoethanethiol monohydrochloride has been added to Appendix 2-2 (which contains a list of ingredients restricted according to...
UK: Updates to regulations for cosmetics In UK, an update to the Cosmetics regulation was published: The Cosmetic Products (Restriction of Chemical Substances) (No. 2) Regulations 2024. These measures would amend Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as applicable in GB (“the Cosmetics Regulation”) as they apply in [England, Wales and Scotland]. The amendments would prohibit...
Israel: New cosmetics regulations – harmonization with EU Israel is updating its Pharmacists Ordinance (Amendment no. _) 5741-1981. A new draft amendment was announced by the Israel’s Ministry of Health. The proposed amendment aims to reduce trade barriers by coordinating the Israeli import regime with The European Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on Cosmetic Products...
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