Cosmetics

China new cosmetic ingredients communication channel (Trial) was introduced by the National Institute for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC).

China’s NMPA has released Clobetasol Acetate testing methods to determine any presence and quantity thereof in cosmetic products.

China’s NIFDC is seeking industry comments on new technical guidelines on the definition and research of new cosmetic ingredients.

Toothpaste filing requirements were released by China’s NMPA on 22 November2023 and come into effect on 1 December 2023

China’s NMPA reported 7 cases of cosmetic regulatory violations on November 20, 2023 to ensure manufacturer meet compliance with regulations.

China’s NIFDC has reopened the Cosmetic Ingredient Code Submission platform to compound ingredients as of November 1, 2023.

China toothpaste simplified notification information released by NMPA and toothpaste products are marketed in China.

China’s NMPA has released draft Measures for Cosmetic Inspection which are now open for industry comment until

Cosmetic Ingredient Safety Information Annex 14 Technical Guidelines have been issued by NIFDC to help registrants complete information.

China issues guidelines for cosmetics raw materials manufacturers on how to complete the cosmetic ingredient safety information platform.

Filing for cosmetic formulas in China has new technical guidelines issued by the NIFDC on September 4, 2023.

Children cosmetics technical guidelines in China have been newly issued (No.1-2023) by the NIFDC on August 31, 2023.