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Operational Guidelines for Cosmetics Recall and Disposal (for Officials)
Local Title:
화장품 회수․폐기 처리 운영지침 (공무원 지침서)
Country/Region:
South Korea
Competent Authority:
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
Type:
Guideline
Status:
In force
Release Date:
2026-07-04
Implementation Date:
2026-07-04
Summary

This MFDS guideline sets out the administrative procedures and standards for cosmetics recall, disposal, and related enforcement measures in South Korea. The guideline is intended for government officials and is not legally binding on external parties.

Contents

I. General Information;

II. Recall Targets and Classification;

III. Recall and Disposal Procedures;

IV. Appeals, together with appendices/forms.

History
2026-07-04
Operational Guidelines for Cosmetics Recall and Disposal (for Officials)
In force
Release Date: 2026-07-04
Implementation Date : 2026-07-04
2020-09-14
Invalid
Release Date: 2020-09-14
Implementation Date : 2020-09-14
Noteworthy Information
User Guide