Toxicology

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 Cosmetics, the Work Specifications for Cosmetic Registration and Notification Testing, and other relevant regulations. Product testing reports include toxicological test reports. The Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics is gradually incorporating alternative non-animal testing methods. I. General Exemption for General Cosmetics Manufacturing enterprises of General Cosmetics may be exempted from submitting toxicological test reports for a product if they meet the following two conditions: II. Exceptions (Exemption Does Not Apply) The exemption from toxicological testing does not apply if any of the following conditions exist: III. Requirements for Multiple Manufacturers In cases where a product is produced by multiple manufacturing enterprises, the exemption from toxicological testing is only applicable if all participating manufacturers have obtained QMS certifications issued by their respective local government authorities. Have

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China Cosmetic

NIFDC Solicits Public Comments on Six Key Standards Including “90-Day Oral Toxicity Test Method”

To all relevant organizations: To further improve the technical standards for cosmetics, the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) has organized the development and revision of six cosmetic standard drafts and their drafting explanations (Attachments 1–6), including the 90-Day Oral Toxicity Test Method. We are now formally soliciting public feedback. Please submit your comments through the “Cosmetic Standard Development and Revision Management System” (https://www.nifdc.org.cn/nifdc/bshff/hzhpbzh/hzhpbzhxt/index.html) as required. The deadline for submission is November 7, 2025. Attachments: National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) October 14, 2025 Have Questions?

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