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Comprehensive Guide to Cosmetic Notification Requirements for Market Entry in Vietnam
Sep 14, 2023
Under Vietnamese regulations, introducing cosmetics to the market requires prior notification to the authorities, which must be fulfilled for imported cosmetic products before the products cross the Customs Gate. Consequently, to allow sufficient time for the requisite cosmetic notification procedure, thorough preplanning is imperative for enterprises intending to launch new products.
Vietnam Pre-market Approval Southeast Asia
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Exploring EU's Animal Testing: From Bans to Regulatory Interfaces and Beyond
Aug 30, 2023
EU has set an ultimate goal of phasing out animal’s use for scientific purposes, and is taking concrete actions to achieve this goal. This article provides an overview of the current status of animal testing in the EU, the ban on animal testing for cosmetics, the interface between cosmetics and chemicals regulations, and the latest updates on the EU's animal testing policy.
Animal Testing EU
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A Collection of Obligatory Safety Warnings on the Chinese Labels of Cosmetics
Aug 29, 2023
In recent years, the surge in applications for cosmetic registration and notification in China has been accompanied by a noteworthy proportion of rejections. Among these cases, label non-compliance stands out prominently. This encompasses various aspects...
Chinese Mainland Pre-market Approval Labeling/Claim/Advertising
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[Updated] Fragrance Allergens Labeling Regulations for Cosmetics in Global Major Countries
Aug 01, 2023
Some consumers may be allergic to ingredients in a cosmetic product. To assist consumers in selecting safe products, some countries require manufacturers to indicate certain allergens on the ingredients list. ChemLinked has compiled the information on the major countries that have regulations on fragrance allergen labeling and their specific labeling requirements.
Chinese Mainland Taiwan, China Hong Kong S.A.R.South Korea Japan ASEAN Labeling/Claim/Advertising UK US EU Canada Middle East New Zealand
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Analysis of China's Regulatory Requirements for Potentially Allergenic Cosmetics
Jul 27, 2023
To ensure regulatory compliance in China, enterprises must be vigilant about allergenic ingredients and comply with relevant testing requirements. This article provides an overview of common allergens found in cosmetics and outlines China's regulatory requirements for potentially allergenic cosmetics.
Chinese Mainland Ingredients Testing
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EU Safety Gate Alerts 411 Batches of Non-compliant Cosmetics in 2023 H1, with 93.3% Containing Prohibited Ingredients
Jul 17, 2023
From January to June 2023, EU Safety Gate circulated 411 alerts on non-compliant cosmetics. Most non-compliant cosmetics were notified by Italy, Romania and Sweden. In terms of product category, perfume tops the list of non-compliant cosmetics, followed by deodorant, face and body cream, hairstyling product, as well as bath and shower soap. The main non-compliance reasons for the notified cosmetics include detection of prohibited ingredient, failing to meet the use condition, and unqualified labelling.
Post-market Surveillance EU
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A Recap of New Cosmetic Ingredients Notified in China in H1 2023
Jul 14, 2023
In H1 2023, new cosmetic ingredients notified in China demonstrate below characteristics: NCIs sources: chemical sources remain dominant; plant extracts are on the rise; Use purpose: skin protectant, moisturizer and antioxidant account for more than half; Notifiers: Chinese domestic enterprises account for 67%; Future trends: the total number of NCI notifications is expected to grow, with a focus on ingredients that have already been allowed for use in cosmetics abroad.
Chinese Mainland Pre-market Approval Ingredients New Ingredient Management
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China Introduces the First Standard for Micro-Ecological Cosmetics
Jul 05, 2023
Micro-ecological cosmetics, which typically include microbial-derived ingredients like probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, offer benefits in restoring and maintaining the balance of the skin's microbiome, leading to the improvement of the overall skin condition...
Chinese Mainland Ingredients Efficacy Testing
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CBD Use in Cosmetics: Requirements in Major Asia Pacific Countries
Jul 03, 2023
ChemLinked has assembled regulations governing the use of CBD in cosmetics across major Asia Pacific countries.
Chinese Mainland Taiwan, China Hong Kong S.A.R.South Korea Japan India Indonesia Malaysia Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam Australia AP Ingredients Southeast Asia
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Cosmetics Regulation Focus: What Are the Impacts of the EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability?
Apr 28, 2023
On October 14, 2020, the European Commission published the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability to achieve the ambitious environmental convention of the European Green Deal, which has significant impact on the Cosmetics Regulation. In line with the strategy’s objectives, the Cosmetics Regulation is likely to place bans on new hazard categories, extend the “Generic Approach to Risk Management”, improve the efficiency and coherence of safety assessments, take into consideration of chemicals’ combined effects in the risk assessment, consolidate the management of specific substances, and include digital labelling as a feasible labelling option.
Pre-market Approval Ingredients Labeling/Claim/Advertising Post-market Surveillance Safety Assessment Testing EU Cosmetic Sustainability

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