Scope and Categories of Cosmetics (2024)

On July 26, 2024, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) released an updated draft of the Scope and Categories of Cosmetics, aiming to more accurately align cosmetic products with their respective categories. The draft proposed revisions to two categories: "Tooth-whitening products", and "Non-medicated toothpastes and mouthwashes". Following the comment period, TFDA adopted the final version on November 12, 2024, with no changes made to the draft. The updated regulation will take effect on July 1, 2026.