May 2023: Global Cosmetic Regulatory Updates
This is a collection of global cosmetic regulatory updates, including cosmetic regulations in China, the EU etc.
🇨🇳China
China Issues the First License for Cosmetic Personalized Service
On April 26, 2023, the SkinCeuticals store located in Shanghai Pudong New Area was granted a cosmetic production license for on-site personalized service by the Shanghai Municipal Medical Products Administration (MPA). This license allows the enterprise to provide consumers with personalized services that involve direct contact with cosmetic contents at the store. As the first license of its kind in China, it marks a milestone in the development of China’s personalized cosmetic industry. (Read more)
China NIFDC Consults on One Technical Guideline for Cosmetics Testing
On May 4, 2023, China National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) started a public feedback process for the draft Technical Guidelines for Skin Sensitization Test. Consisting of five parts, the draft introduces the basic test principles and contents, and gives instructions on result analysis and evaluation. (Read more)
China Consults on Technical Guidelines for Filling in and Submitting Cosmetic Formula
On May 4, 2023, NIFDC released the draft Technical Guidelines for Filling in and Submitting Cosmetic Formula for public consultation. The draft provides instructions for enterprises seeking to register or notify special/general cosmetics, and outlines the requirements for completing the cosmetic formula table. (Read more)
China Proposes Technical Guidance on Ingredient Safety Information Filling and Submission
On May 4, 2023, NIFDC initiated a public consultation on the Technical Guidelines for Filling in and Submitting Safety Information of Cosmetic Ingredients (the Guidelines). Consisting of 11 parts, the Guidelines systematically outlines the vital points and technical principles for filling in and submitting the ingredient safety information, covering aspects of ingredient’s basic information, brief descriptions of ingredient’s production technique, necessary quality control requirements, limitation requirements for risk substances, etc. (Read more)
China Consults on Guidelines for Submitting Information Through the Cosmetic Ingredient Safety Information Submission Platform
On May 12, 2023, NIFDC started a public commenting period on the Guidelines for Submitting Information Through the Cosmetic Ingredient Safety Information Submission Platform. This draft is developed to provide guidance to ingredient manufacturers on the correct use of the Ingredient Safety Information Submission Platform, and standardize the submission of ingredient safety information. Its main contents include the basis, purpose, application scope, submitting entity, submission content, the generation and use of ingredient submission codes, etc. (Read more)
Zhejiang MPA Drafts Guidelines for Compiling the Simplified Safety Assessment Report of General Cosmetics
On May 15, 2023, Zhejiang MPA published the draft of Guidelines for Compiling the Simplified Safety Assessment Report of General Cosmetics in Zhejiang (the Guidelines) for public comments. The draft is formulated as per the Key Points for Reviewing of General Cosmetics Safety Assessment Report (Simplified Version) released by National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in February 2022. Specifically, the Guidelines emphasizes the essential compiling requirements for different parts of the report, and provides exposure information sheet, IFRA product classification list, description template of adverse reaction monitoring, etc., for cosmetic notifiers’ reference.
Guangzhou AMR Implements Local Management Standard on Cosmetic Operation
To further regulate the cosmetics market, on May 25, 2023, Guangzhou Administration for Market Regulation (AMR) implemented the local standard Quality Management Specification of Cosmetics Business. Closely based on the actual cosmetic operation in Guangzhou, this standard stipulates the types and responsibilities of cosmetic enterprises, as well as the requirements of personnel, quality management, file management, etc.
China General Administration of Customs (GACC): Two Batches of Cosmetics Rejected in April
On May 28, 2023, GACC updated the list of rejected food and cosmetics in April. Two batches of cosmetics imported from Germany failed customs inspection due to unqualified labels.
China NMPA Approves Nine New Cosmetic Ingredients
In May, NMPA updated the notification status of nine new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs). The basic information about these new NCIs is as follows:
- Gynura Procumbens Extract, notified on May 5, 2023
- Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone (CAS No. 27113-22-0), notified on May 5, 2023
- Hexyl/Succinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (CAS No. 2486020-17-9), notified on May 10, 2023
- Acetyl Carnosine (CAS No. 56353-15-2), notified on May 16, 2023
- Mesembryanthemum Crystallinum Callus Extract, notified on May 16, 2023
- Fuscoporia Obliqua / Betula Alba Juice Ferment, notified on May 17, 2023
- Tocopheryl Retinoate (CAS No. 40516-49-2), notified on May 18, 2023
- TEA-Acrylate / TEA-Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, notified on May 22, 2023
- Ilex Latifolia Leaf Extract, notified on May 30, 2023
Guangzhou and Beijing Authorities Publish FAQs Regarding Cosmetics and Toothpaste Regulation
In May, Guangzhou AMR and Beijing Municipal MPA released five batches of FAQs concerning cosmetics and toothpaste regulations, including requirements for self-testing and the submission of the testing reports, the filling and submission of ingredient safety information, toothpaste notification,
| Release Date | Regulatory Authority | Batch |
| May 8, 2023 | Guangzhou AMR | The 36th Batch |
| May 11, 2023 | The 37th Batch | |
| May 18, 2023 | The 38th Batch | |
| May 29, 2023 | Beijing MPA | The 21st Batch |
| May 29, 2023 | Guangzhou AMR | The 39th Batch |
China Issues 11 Cosmetics-related Standards in May
In May, China issued 11 cosmetics-related standards. The essential information is as follows:
| Release Date | Initiator | Standard Name | Effective Date |
| May 9, 2023 | Beijing Daily Chemical Association | Guideline of Effective Evaluation for Oily Raw Ingredient in Cosmetics | / |
| May 11, 2023 | Guangzhou Huangpu Cosmetic Industry Association | Soothing Efficacy of Cosmetics—Zebrafish AntinociceptionTest Method | / |
| May 15, 2023 | Soothing Efficacy of Cosmetics—Zebrafish Neutrophil Test Method | / | |
| May 15, 2023 | Beijing Daily Chemical Association | Guideline for the Design and Operation of Personalized Cosmetic Requirements | June 1, 2023 |
| May 15, 2023 | Shanghai Research Institute of Fragrance & Flavor Industry | Anhydrous Foundation | / |
| May 22, 2023 | Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China | Toilet Soap | November 1, 2023 |
| May 23, 2023 | Guangdong Chamber of Daily Used Chemicals | Cosmetics Packaging: Powder Box Packaging Products | / |
| May 23, 2023 | Zhejiang Health Products & Cosmetics Industry Association | In Vivo Test Method of Antiglycation Cosmetic Products | / |
| May 23, 2023 | In Vivo Test Method of Antioxidant Cosmetic Products | / | |
| May 23, 2023 | National Oral Care Standardization Technical Committee | Screening Method for Erosion Potential of Oral Rinses on Dental Hard Tissues | December 1, 2023 |
| May 23, 2023 | Guideline for Safety Assessment of Oral Care and Cleansing Products | December 1, 2023 |
Taiwan Region Proposes Changes to Particulars of Specific Purpose Cosmetics That May Be Voluntarily Modified
Subject to Cosmetic Hygiene and Safety Act, the pre-market registration requirement for specific purpose cosmetics will be replaced with notification and the establishment of a product information file (PIF) starting on July 1, 2024. In line with this transition, on May 19, 2023, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) proposed to revise Particulars of Specific Purpose Cosmetics That May Be Voluntarily Modified. Once the amendment takes effect, cosmetic enterprises will be allowed to delete the separately-listed specific purpose ingredients from product labels at their discretion. (Read more)
🇪🇺European Union
EU SCCS Updates the Scientific Advice on HC Blue 18
On May 8, 2023, EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published the updated scientific advice on the use of HC Blue 18 in cosmetics. Compared to the previous opinion on this substance, SCCS/1560/15, the newly released opinion adequately quantifies the impurities in HC Blue 18, and fully assesses the detected impurities’ potential genotoxic property. (Read more)
EU SCCS Releases Preliminary Opinion on Children’s Exposure to Methyl Salicylate
On May 16, 2023, SCCS introduced a draft opinion on the use of Methyl Salicylate in cosmetics intended for children. Based on all available information, SCCS set concentration limits of Methyl Salicylate in cosmetic categories to which children of two age groups (aged 0.5-3 years and 3-6 years) are commonly exposed. (Read more)
EU Adopts the 12th Revision of The SCCS Notes of Guidance for the Testing of Cosmetic Ingredients and Their Safety Evaluation
On May 16, 2023, SCCS released the 12th Revision of The SCCS Notes of Guidance for the Testing of Cosmetic Ingredients and Their Safety Evaluation (the Notes of Guidance). Compared to its predecessor, the newly released Notes of Guidance updates animal-free alternative testing methods, emphasizes aggregate exposure and children’s exposure in specific ingredients’ assessments, and gives instructions on assessing children’s exposure to cosmetics. (Read more)
EU to Amend the Use Requirements for 13 Nanomaterials in Cosmetics
In February 2022, EU introduced a draft to ban the use of 12 nanomaterials in cosmetics. Following recent opinions from SCCS, on May 23, 2023, EU notified WTO of a revised draft, which newly includes the prohibition of Colloidal Silver (nano) and the restriction of Hydroxyapatite (nano). The draft is currently open for comments until July 22, 2023. (Read more)
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