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Regulatory solutions to ensure your products are fully compliant and ready for the South Korea market.
Comprehensive support for Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) cosmetic product registration and notification processes.
Evaluate product formulations to ensure all ingredients comply with Korean regulatory requirements, including prohibited and restricted substance lists.
Determine whether the product qualifies as a cosmetic and whether it falls under the category of functional cosmetics under Korean regulations.
Provide professional guidance on the preparation and review of documentation required for functional cosmetics reports or regulatory assessment.
Review product labeling to ensure it meets mandatory Korean labeling requirements, including claims, ingredient listing, and required statements.
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Navigate Korea’s high-regulation market with accurate classification and efficient compliance strategies.
Questions fréquemment posées
Who is responsible for cosmetic compliance in Korea?
A local Responsible Cosmetic Distributor must be appointed and registered with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).
What is the basic import process for cosmetics in Korea?
Appoint a distributor → ensure compliance → submit pre-import report → customs clearance → quality inspection → apply Korean labeling.
Do functional cosmetics require additional approval?
Yes. They must either be reported (if ingredients are listed) or evaluated by MFDS before market entry.
What are the key documents required?
Main documents include business license, manufacturing certificate, CFS, and distributor registration.
How long does the process take?
Reporting: same day (if complete)
Evaluation: ~60 working days
Overall timeline depends on preparation
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