Circular No. 2/2026 Information on the Update Status of Ingredients in the Annex to the Guidelines for Control of Cosmetic Products in Malaysia

Local Title

PEKELILING BIL 2/2026 MAKLUMAN BERKENAAN STATUS KEMASKINI BAHAN-BAHAN DALAM ANNNEX PADA GUIDELINES FOR CONTROL OF COSMETIC PRODUCTS IN MALAYSIA

Country/Region

Malaysia

Competent Authority

National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency

Type

Notice

Status

In force

Release Date

2026-07-06

Implementation Date

2026-07-06

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Noteworthy Information

On July 6, 2026, the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of Malaysia issued Circular No. 2/2026, announcing updates to the Guidelines for Control of Cosmetic Products in Malaysia. The core changes involve updates to Annex II (prohibited ingredients), Annex III (restricted ingredients), Annex IV (colorants), and Annex VI (preservatives), including the banning of several anti-fungal agents and the introduction of strict concentration limits for common ingredients like Kojic Acid.