China Implements 12 New Cosmetic Testing Methods
Effective 1 March 2026, China has officially implemented 12 new and revised cosmetic testing methods. These additions strengthen technical requirements. The following methods have been incorporated into the updated Cosmetics Safety and Technical Standards (2015 Edition): Toothpaste Testing • Determination of Hard Particles • Determination of Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol • Determination of Soluble/Free Fluoride […]
China Launches Cosmetic E-Label Pilot Program
China’s cosmetic regulatory framework is entering a new digital phase with the official launch of the Cosmetic E-Label Pilot Program, effective 1 February 2026. An E-Label is a compliant, scannable QR code that functions as a digital extension of the physical cosmetic label. It is a mandatory component of the product label, not an optional alternative. Essential information—such […]
Indonesia Proposes Pharmaceutical-Grade Requirements for Certain Cosmetic Ingredients
On 27 January 2026, Indonesia’s Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) released a draft regulation introducing a List of Pharmaceutical Ingredients Used in Natural Medicines, Health Supplements, Quasi-drugs, and Certain Cosmetic Products. The draft regulation identifies specific ingredients that must meet pharmaceutical-grade standards when used in designated: Natural medicines, Health supplements, Quasi-drugs and Certain cosmetic products. The proposal follows […]
Malaysia Tightens Regulation of Aesthetic and Cosmetic Medical Devices
On 9 January 2026, Malaysia’s Medical Device Authority (MDA) issued the Medical Device (Prescribed Medical Device) Order 2026, strengthening oversight of medical devices used for aesthetic and cosmetic purposes. The regulation will take effect on 1 June 2026. The order covers devices such as laser treatment systems, high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) devices, liposuction equipment, and other related […]
New Zealand Updates Cosmetic Import and Manufacturing Rules
On 21 January 2026, New Zealand’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) confirmed that updated rules governing the import and manufacture of cosmetic products took effect on 1 January 2026 under the revised Cosmetic Products Group Standard 2020. The changes apply to a wide range of cosmetics, including soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, deodorants, perfumes, make-up, sunscreens, insect repellents and self-tanning […]
Indonesia: BPOM Issues New Requirements for Certificates of Analysis for Import Licences
On December last year, Indonesia’s National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) issued Decree No. 627/2025, updating the requirements for the Certificates of Analysis (CoA) submitted as part of an application for an import licence (SKI). Under the SKI framework, a CoA is mandatory and must be issued either by the product manufacturer or by an accredited […]
Thailand Simplifies Notification Process for Low-Risk Cosmetics
On December 2, 2025, the Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) published a new guidance document titled “Steps for Notifying Low-Risk Cosmetic Products.” The document aims to support manufacturers and importers in the notification process required for low-risk cosmetics in Thailand. Under Thai FDA definitions, low-risk cosmetics are products considered unlikely to cause harm […]
Indonesia Issues Draft Decree on new Halal Requirements
On November 17, 2025, Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a draft Decree on Guidelines for Implementing the Halal Product Assurance System in Storage, Packaging, and Distribution Services. The draft establishes that logistics services linked to cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated products are subject to halal certification, reflecting […]
China Selects First Batch of New Cosmetic Ingredients for Innovation Guidance
In October, the China National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) released the first batch of new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) selected under its innovation guidance program. This initiative marks a key step in China’s strategy to encourage innovation and self-reliance in the cosmetics sector by promoting the research, development, and application of novel ingredients. […]
India Introduces Draft Medicines, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Act
India is preparing a new Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Act, aimed at strengthening quality control, market surveillance, and regulatory modernization across the country’s healthcare and cosmetics sectors. The draft Act was officially presented on October 14, 2025, and is expected to be formally presented during the Winter Session of Parliament in December for discussion […]
