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Industry Guide for the Labelling of Cosmetics
Local Title:
Industry Guide for the Labelling of Cosmetics
Country/Region:
Canada
Competent Authority:
Health Canada
Type:
Guideline
Status:
In force
Release Date:
2025-07-24
Implementation Date:
2025-07-24
Document
Language Source Title Access
EN
Official Industry Guide for the Labelling of Cosmetics
Summary

A label should convey its information in a manner that is easily read and understandable. It should be noted that certain information on a label is considered essential; information of this type is pointed out in this guide. To ensure that all aspects of labelling are addressed, this guide should be used in conjunction with the appropriate Acts and Regulations.

Content

Foreword

1. Introduction

2. Definitions

3. Cosmetic classification and cosmetic claims

4. Product identity

5. Net quantity of the product

6. Contact information on the label

7. Avoidable hazards and cautions

8. Ingredients

9. Sources of additional information

History
2025-07-24
Industry Guide for the Labelling of Cosmetics
In force
Release Date: 2025-07-24
Implementation Date : 2025-07-24
2024-10-09
Invalid
Release Date: 2024-10-09
Implementation Date : 2024-10-09
2022-07-21
Invalid
Release Date: 2022-07-21
Implementation Date : 2022-07-21
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