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A Collection of Amendments to China Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (STSC) from 2016 to 2024
Apr 25, 2024
Since STSC’s promulgation on December 23, 2015 and implementation on December 1, 2016, it has undergone multiple revisions to align with the evolving industry. The revisions are summarized in this article.
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Ingredients
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Permitted Freckle-removing and Whitening Ingredients in Cosmetics in Major Countries/Regions Worldwide
Apr 24, 2024
This article is an overview of the current regulatory status of freckle-removing and whitening cosmetics, as well as their active ingredients, in major cosmetics markets worldwide.
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Taiwan, China
South Korea
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
AP
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Ingredients
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EU
New Zealand
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A Collection of China’s Non-compliant Cosmetics with Prohibited Ingredients, Maximum Penalties of 2.49 Million Yuan
Mar 18, 2024
According to data from National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), 88 batches of non-compliant products containing prohibited ingredients were detected between Jan. 2023 and Feb. 2024. Notably, 79 batches were identified in 2023, exhibiting a year-on-year surge of 155% compared to 2022.
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Post-market Surveillance
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2024 Outlook: New Regulatory Requirements and Expiring Transitional Policies in Global Major Countries
Dec 18, 2023
ChemLinked summarized the upcoming regulatory requirements and expiring transition policies in 2024, covering major countries across the globe, including China, Japan, South Korea, ASEAN, EU, UK and US.
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Taiwan, China
South Korea
ASEAN
AP
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From Food Ingredients to Cosmetic Ingredients: A Look at Hot Edible New Cosmetic Ingredients (NCIs)
Dec 06, 2023
The current landscape of NCI applications is segmented into six distinct situations. While all NCI applications necessitate thorough dossier preparation, testing requirements vary among different situations, which significantly impacts enterprise’s compliance cycle...
Chinese Mainland
Pre-market Approval
Ingredients
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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.
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Taiwan, China
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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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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.
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Stay Current: China’s Cosmetic Safety Assessment Regulatory Landscape
Under the current regulatory framework, cosmetics registrants and notifiers can continue to submit a simplified version of the safety assessment report during the registration or notification process until May 1, 2025. Following this deadline, a full version of the safety assessment will be mandated. To facilitate a smooth transition, China is planning to release a set of technical guidelines.
China’s Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (STSC) and Its Updates
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