Cosmetics

Adapting to China’s New Cosmetics Labelling Regulations: Staying Up-to-Date

Recently NMPA introduced Administrative Measures on Cosmetics Labelling, which came into effect on the 1st of May, 2022. This regulation specifies the mandatory information that needs to be displayed on cosmetics labels in China and the detailed requirements for each item. With this regulation, cosmetics brands have already taken measures to comply and understand that …

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How to Ensure that your Products are Free from Animal Test?

It’s great to see the dedication and commitment of our cosmetics clients to eliminate animal testing for products destined for the Chinese market. Our CRC team has been advocating for a decade to end the use of animal testing for cosmetics products in China. Our joint venture with the Leaping Bunny Certification Program has recently …

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FURTHER IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES – NMPA ISSUE MORE DRAFTS FOR PUBLIC OPINION

Following the release of the new Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR), the National Medical Products Administration has issued two more drafts for public comment “The Technical Guidelines for Safety Assessment of Cosmetics”  and “The Classification Rules and Catalogue of Cosmetics”. These new guidelines provide more details regarding the technical requirements for cosmetics and raw …

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NEW CSAR IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES – CHINESE AUTHORITIES ISSUE THE DRAFTS FOR PUBLIC OPINION

Following the release of the new Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR), China Ministry of Justice has shared two drafted implementation measures “The Administrative Measures of Cosmetics Registration” and “Measures for Supervision and Management of Cosmetics Production and Operation”. These new implementation measures provide more clarity for the cosmetic industry players wanting to register new …

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Cannabis in Cosmetics and Supplements – Regulatory Compliance in China

While the legalization of therapeutic use of Cannabis products across the world continues, there has been a rapid increase in the interest in cannabis sativa in cosmetics as well as in dietary supplements. The purported medical benefits and healing properties of cannabis is driving the trend across the industries. This craze is expected to last …

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Responsible Agent in China; Strict Requirements for Cosmetic Brands

While the new regulatory framework for cosmetics products is planned to be announced this autumn, new regulatory measures are already being implemented.  One of the latest additions to the cosmetics regulation is the rather extensive list of requirements to the “responsible agent”. The responsible agent is a legal entity that carries the responsibility for the …

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