Malaysia NPRA Updates Cosmetic Ingredient Annexes

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. ¹ 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.