Mastering Cosmetic Notification Procedures for Singaporean Market Entry

Singapore is a signatory of the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD), which harmonizes the cosmetic product requirements among the ASEAN countries. Cosmetic product manufacturers and importers must comply with the regulations under the ACD before supplying any cosmetic products in Singapore. One of the critical steps is to notify the Health Sciences Authority (HSA), as notification is a way of ensuring that cosmetic products are safe and effective.

1. Competent Authority

The HSA is the competent authority for cosmetic notifications in Singapore, playing a critical role in safeguarding public health and safety by regulating cosmetics in Singapore. It implements the ACD through the Health Products Act and other relevant regulations. Within HSA, the Cosmetic Control Unit (CCU) was established to oversee the regulatory control of cosmetic products.

2. Legal Framework

The following are the critical legal documents and guidelines that form the basis for cosmetic notification regulations in Singapore.