To enhance clarity and reduce reporting burdens, the amendments to the Cosmetics Regulation introduce the following key changes: 1) Establishing procedure for including new colorants, preservatives, and UV filters; 2) Refining derogation rules for CMR substances; 3) Abolishing the mandatory use of ingredient names glossary; 4) Removing notifications for nanomaterial-containing cosmetics; 5) Ending reporting obligation on member states.
On July 16, 2025, EU notified WTO of a draft regulation aimed at simplifying and streamlining certain requirements in selected chemical product regulations, including Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 (Cosmetics Regulation). Public comments are invited until October 14, 2025, with adoption expected in the second half of 2026.1
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South Korea has established a cosmetic safety assessment system through the partial amendment to the Cosmetics Act (Act No. 21302, promulgated on December 30, 2025). Under the new system, cosmetic responsible sellers are required to prepare and retain product safety assessment documentation reviewed by a safety assessor before products are placed on the market or distributed. MFDS plans to further develop detailed rules and conduct pilot programs in 2026, with phased implementation expected from 2028 and full mandatory application around 2031.
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