Industry Updates
Blog & Insights
Latest updates on global cosmetic regulatory landscapes, compliance guidelines,
and market entry strategies.
China Cosmetic
China Cosmetic Categories and Classification
Cosmetics in China are divided into Special Cosmetics and General Cosmetics. The state implements Registration Management for Special Cosmetics and Notification (Filing) Management for General ...
Read More →
China Cosmetic
Provisions Concerning the Exemption of Toxicological Testing
Product testing reports for registration or notification must be issued by a designated cosmetic testing agency and comply with the Safety and Technical Standards for ...
Read More →
China Cosmetic
Evaluation of Cosmetic Efficacy Claims
I. Core Responsibilities and Procedures At the time of registration or notification, cosmetic registrants and notifiers must upload a summary of the basis for product ...
Read More →
China Cosmetic
Compliance Guide for Cosmetic Safety Assessment
I. Key Dates and Scope II. Qualifications for Safety Assessors Cosmetic safety assessors must meet the following requirements: III. The Four-Step Risk Assessment Process The ...
Read More →
USA
FDA Launches Unified Adverse Event Monitoring System (AEMS)
On March 11, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially announced the launch of the Adverse Event Monitoring System (AEMS). This brand-new unified ...
Read More →
Canada
Breaking: Health Canada Shifts Fragrance Allergen Concentration Disclosure from “Mandatory” to “Optional”
On March 9, 2026, Health Canada announced a pivotal adjustment to the upcoming fragrance allergen disclosure requirements for cosmetics, offering significantly greater flexibility to the ...
Read More →