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MFDS Temporarily Relaxes Packaging Labeling Requirements: Stickers Permitted for Cosmetics and Other Categories

On April 3, 2026, the South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) introduced an emergency administrative support policy through a rapid review by the Proactive Administration Committee. This policy temporarily allows the use of stickers to indicate mandatory labeling information when alternative packaging materials are used for four essential categories: cosmetics, food, hygiene products, and quasi-drugs. This move aims to alleviate supply pressures caused by global supply chain fluctuations. I. Policy Background II. Core Policy Content The MFDS has implemented the following temporary regulatory relaxations: III. Optimization of Administrative Procedures To respond quickly to supply fluctuations, the MFDS has shifted its Proactive Administration Committee to a normalized, permanent operating mechanism: IV. Official Statement MFDS Minister Oh Yu-kyoung stated that the Proactive Administration Committee will continue to meet regularly to ensure rapid deliberation of policy matters. The Ministry plans to continuously monitor industry supply conditions and implement full support

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56 New Fragrance Allergens Added! EU Cosmetic Brands Must Take Immediate Action

The European Union cosmetic industry is currently undergoing its most extensive regulatory update in nearly a decade. Starting July 31, 2026, all cosmetics being placed on the market in the EU must disclose an additional 56 fragrance allergens on their labels, where applicable. This mandate implies critical updates for almost all products containing fragrances or plant essential oils, including: 1. Why is the EU Adding 56 New Fragrance Allergens? In 1999, the Scientific Committee confirmed 26 fragrance allergens required label disclosure to assist consumers in avoiding allergic reactions. Following updated clinical and experimental data from the SCCS in 2011 indicating further sensitizing potentials, the EU released Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 on July 26, 2023. This regulation officially added 56 allergens, bringing the total number of required disclosures to 82 items. 2. What are Fragrance Allergens? Fragrance substances are organic compounds with characteristic odors found in perfumes, skincare, detergents, and other daily

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Brazil

New Anvisa Regulation in Brazil: Over 500 Cosmetic Registrations Canceled; TPO and DMPT Substances Fully Banned!

The Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) has officially announced the cancellation of all cosmetic product registrations containing TPO (Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide) and DMPT (N,N-dimethyl-p-toluidine). More than 500 products are affected, primarily within the professional nail care sector, such as UV gel polishes and phototherapy gels. As a result, the production, sale, and use of these products are now strictly prohibited throughout Brazil. 01 | Regulatory Background: From Prohibition to Total Removal in 90 Days In October 2025, Anvisa issued Resolution RDC 995/2025, which added TPO and DMPT to the list of prohibited substances and established a 90-day transition period. Following the expiration of this period: 02 | Why the Ban? Internationally Verified Health Risks These two components were widely used as photoinitiators or stabilizers in gel nail polishes and LED/UV-cured nail systems. However, international scientific studies have confirmed severe health risks: Anvisa emphasized that these measures are essential to

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Canada

Starting April 2026: Health Canada Requires Disclosure of Fragrance Allergens on Cosmetic Labels

With the continuous global rise in cosmetic regulatory transparency, Health Canada has recently implemented significant updates to the Cosmetic Regulations (SOR/2024-63), requiring the disclosure of fragrance allergen information on cosmetic labels. This update not only impacts the Canadian market but also aligns more closely with European Union (EU) regulations. What does this update mean for brands and consumers? Let’s take a look. Key Requirements and Allergen Disclosure Standards The primary goal of Canada’s fragrance allergen disclosure is to align with European Union (EU) standards, ensuring that consumers—particularly those with fragrance sensitivities—can clearly identify specific allergens rather than seeing them grouped under the generic terms “Parfum” or “Fragrance.” According to the new regulations, specific fragrance allergens must be listed individually on the label only when their concentration exceeds the following thresholds: The Evolution of Transparency: From “Fragrance” to Precise Disclosure For years, the term “Fragrance” provided a safeguard for businesses, allowing

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China Cosmetic

Interpretation of the “Announcement on Matters Relating to the Registration and Notification of Cosmetics (Draft for Comments)”

On March 31, 2026, the Comprehensive Department of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) publicly solicited comments on the Announcement on Matters Relating to the Registration and Notification of Cosmetics (Draft for Comments). This draft aims to deepen the reform of cosmetic review and approval and promote high-quality industrial development through eight optimization measures. 1. Encouraging “China First” Launches for New Products To foster a “First-Launch Economy” aligned with high-standard international trade rules: 2. Reduction and Exemption of Animal Testing Data Toxicological test reports may be exempted under specific conditions: 3. Adjusting Management of Ingredient Safety Information 4. Sharing Safety Technical Data for Products with Similar Formulas This clarifies the sharing of safety data among products under the same brand and registrant: Category Core Rules Site Change Requirements Definition of Similar Formula Applicable Entities: Multiple products (incl. toothpaste) of the same brand under one registrant. Select one representative product for

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