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Chinese Medicine Ordinance (Cap. 549)

Local Title
《中醫藥條例》(第549章)
Country/Region
Hong Kong S.A.R.
Competent Authority
Department of Health
Type
Regulation
Status
In force
Release Date
2022-07-01
Implementation Date
2022-07-01

Personal care products and cosmetics which fall within the definition of proprietary Chinese medicines (pCm) under the Chinese Medicine Ordinance (Cap 549) must fulfil the requirements set by the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong (CMCHK) in terms of safety, quality and efficacy, and be registered with the Chinese Medicines Board under the CMCHK before they can be imported, locally manufactured and sold.

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