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 […]
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. […]
