Cosmetic manufacturers and Responsible Persons diligently follow the Cosmetics Regulation to ensure compliance; however, adhering to this regulation alone is not sufficient for full compliance. To meet all legal and ethical obligations, it is essential to consider additional horizontal regulations and directives. These not only safeguard consumers but also support sustainable and ethical business practices....
Staying informed about regulatory changes in the cosmetics industry is vital for ensuring compliance, protecting consumer safety, and maintaining market access. With frequent updates to ingredient restrictions, safety standards, and labelling requirements, professionals need access to reliable and official resources. Below is a curated list of official sources and tools that provide essential information for...
Creating a Product Information File for cosmetic products is a complex, multi-faceted process that requires close cooperation and coordination between various parties. Collaboration must be fostered between the manufacturer, safety assessor, fragrance and raw material suppliers and packaging supplier as well as third parties such as certification bodies, external laboratories if necessary. The responsible person...
The Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) is the cornerstone of the Product Information File (PIF), which is created by examining in detail all available data to ensure a comprehensive safety assessment, taking into account how the product will be used and the levels of exposure to its ingredients. A cosmetic product sold in the EU...
Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, known as the Cosmetics Regulation, has been developed as one of the key provisions of the European Union in regard to the cosmetics industry. It entered into force on July 11, 2013, in terms of replacing the novel Directive 76/768/EEC. Focused on enhancing a high degree of health and safety of...
The European Union’s Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on Cosmetic Products establishes a clear framework for the definition and regulation of cosmetic products within the EU market. This regulation aims to ensure the safety of cosmetic products and promote fair trade practices. Definition of a Cosmetic Product Article 2 (1) (a) of Regulation (EC) No...
The cosmetics industry is regulated worldwide to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of products available to consumers. Different countries and regions have established regulatory frameworks that set guidelines for product ingredients, labelling, marketing, and manufacturing. Here is a brief overview of how cosmetics are regulated in key regions, including the EU, Canada, Turkiye, the...
The Product Information File (PIF) is a crucial legal requirement for the marketing of cosmetic products in the EU. Each cosmetic product must have its own PIF, which contains essential information about the product, including a Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR), product descriptions, labelling, and more. Such a document must be easily accessible for inspection...
