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40 Batches of Cosmetics Rejected by China Customs in July and August 2019

The main reasons for imported cosmetics being rejected by GAC during customs inspection at Chinese ports from July to August were product expiry date issues, incomplete certificates or failure to submit relevant materials.

As revealed by China General Administration of Custom’s latest data on non-compliant cosmetics, a total of 40 batches of substandard cosmetics imported from 5 countries failed customs inspection in July and August this year.

The cosmetics rejected range from semi-finished products, samples and finished products. Reasons for rejections were primarily associated with exceeding the shelf life. Additional reasons were incomplete certificates or relevant materials and excessive bacteria count.

The table below details the information of rejected cosmetics each month:

Rejection TimeNumber of BatchesProduct CategoryCountry of OriginReasons for Non-compliance
July [1]5Skincare cosmetic kit, facial maskKoreaFailure to submit the required certificates or relevant materials
1Hand washAustralia
2Shampoo (sample for trial), hair condition (sample for trial)Italy
24Shaving gel, cologne, shower gel, deodorant, bath cream, moisturizer, foaming hand wash, hand wash, essential oil, sunscreenAmericaExceed the shelf life
August [2]7Soap, handmade soapMalaysiaFailure to submit the required certificates or relevant materials
1Fermented organic solution (semi-finished products)KoreaExcessive bacteria count

Note: All the non-compliant cosmetic products have been either returned or destroyed at the port.

For detailed customs inspection requirements of imported cosmetics, please refer to CL Expert Article: China Officials Clarify Customs Supervision Items on Imported Cosmetics.

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