On March 10, 2026, the government of South Korea promulgated an amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Cosmetics Act, establishing an official “Cosmetics Day” and defining MFDS data‑sharing rules for surveys on overseas cosmetics purchased through direct cross‑border transactions, to strengthen cosmetics safety oversight and industry competitiveness.
On March 10, 2026, the government of South Korea promulgated an amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Cosmetics Act. The amendment introduces provisions for the operation of "Cosmetics Day" events and clarifies data-sharing requirements for surveys on overseas cosmetics purchased through direct cross-border transactions.
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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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