Saudi Arabia Cosmetic Registration Service
Seamless SFDA Ghad Listing and Certificate of Conformity.
Comprehensive Solutions
Regulatory solutions to ensure your cosmetic products are fully compliant and ready for the Saudi Arabia market.
Review of product formulations, labeling, and claims to ensure compliance with Saudi/GCC technical regulations, including GSO 1943.
Verification that product labels (Arabic/English) meet mandatory labeling requirements and that product claims comply with GSO 2528 and other relevant regulations. (Note: Barcodes must be obtained separately by the client through Saudi GS1.)
Determination of whether the product falls within the cosmetic category under Saudi/GCC regulations.
Assistance in handling adverse reaction reports, responding to SFDA market sampling inspections, and supporting audits of Product Information Files (PIF).
Why Choose Us
Enter the Saudi market efficiently with compliant and cost-optimized solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can act as the local responsible person in Saudi Arabia?
The local responsible person is typically the Saudi-based importer, who must hold a valid commercial registration (CR) and import license, and be registered in the SFDA system as the product notification holder.
What is the general cosmetic product notification process in Saudi Arabia?
The process includes:
Ensuring product formulation, labeling, and claims fully comply with Saudi/GCC technical regulations (e.g., GSO 1943),
Appointing a local responsible person,
Submitting product notification online via SFDA’s Ghad with all required documents,
Paying administrative fees,
Receiving the notification certificate after successful submission, and
Marketing and clearing the product using the notification certificate.
What documents are required for cosmetic notification?
Key documents include:
Saudi importer’s commercial registration (CR) and import license,
Product testing reports (e.g., heavy metals, microbiology),
Certificate of Conformity (COC),
Notarized manufacturer authorization letter,
Product labels compliant with Saudi regulations (including GS1 barcode),
Full ingredient list with INCI names, concentrations, and functions.
How long does it take to notify a cosmetic product in Saudi Arabia?
Following notification via the GHAD system, the Authority shall decide on the listing application within 15 days of the completion of its requirements and issue a listing certificate. If the application rejected or no decision has been made regarding it, the Authority shall indicate the reasons.
What are the labeling requirements for Saudi cosmetics?
Labels must include all mandatory information in Arabic, and may also include English. Missing, incorrect, or incomplete labeling is a common compliance issue.