Your one-stop guide to understanding cosmetics certification in India and Southeast Asia

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India and Southeast Asa Cosmetics Certification










Today, the editor brings you an overview of cosmetics certification standards in India and Southeast Asia. As public awareness of health and safety continues to rise, cosmetics certification has become an important benchmark to ensure product quality and safety. Let’s take a closer look at the relevant certification systems in these regions!

In India, the production and sale of cosmetics must comply with the requirements of the Drug and Cosmetics Act. According to this regulation, all cosmetics sold in the Indian market must undergo strict registration and testing procedures. Additionally, India has further certification standards for specific types of cosmetics, such as Organic Certification and Natural Certification. These certifications ensure product quality and safety, while also helping to increase consumer trust in the products.

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is India's national regulatory authority. CDSCO is a licensing body responsible for issuing import licenses for drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics imported into India.

CDSCO’s responsibilities include:

  1. Approval of new drugs and clinical trials;

  2. Registration and licensing under CDSCO (for cosmetics, drugs, and medical devices);

  3. Licensing of blood banks, vaccines, and certain medical devices;

  4. Revision of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and rules;

  5. Participation in the WHO GMP certification program;

  6. Issuance of test licenses, personal licenses, and NOC export licenses;

  7. Drug testing conducted by central laboratories.

      Other Southeast Asian countries also place great importance on cosmetics certification. For example, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Thailand have established national cosmetics certification bodies that implement specific regulations and standards to ensure product quality and safety. These certification authorities are responsible for reviewing and authorizing manufacturers, ensuring their products comply with the relevant standards.

   

Malaysia NPRA (National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency) Certification Safety Requirements: Cosmetics placed on the market must not cause harm to human health under normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use. NPRA certification in Malaysia ensures that a safety assessment is conducted for each product.

The Malaysia National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) registration and certification generally apply to companies engaged in the manufacturing, sale, or distribution of the following types of products:

  • Pharmaceuticals: including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, biologics, etc.

  • Medical devices: including medical instruments, medical equipment, in vitro diagnostic reagents, etc.

  • Cosmetics: covering the manufacture, import, or sale of cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products.

  • Food additives: additives and ingredients used in food processing.

  • Health supplements and nutraceuticals: including the manufacture and sale of health care products.

  • Traditional medicines and herbal products: including the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of traditional and herbal medicines.


     

HSA stands for Health Sciences Authority, Singapore’s primary regulatory agency for health sciences. HSA is responsible for overseeing and managing the registration, certification, regulation, and market surveillance of medical products, pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics in Singapore.

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Enterprises engaged in food and beverages, drugs and/or pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices, household hazardous products, and pesticides within the Philippines are required to obtain a License to Operate (LTO) and a Certificate of Product Registration (CPR) from the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Government regulations assist you in obtaining all necessary compliance documents and ensure the legal compliance of your products’ import, export, and distribution.

Any company conducting the following activities within the Philippines must apply for an FDA-issued License to Operate (LTO):

  • Importing

  • Exporting

  • Wholesale trading

  • Distribution

  • Manufacturing   

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   The Thailand Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) is the regulatory authority responsible for cosmetics oversight in Thailand. Before cosmetics can be marketed and sold in Thailand, they must undergo product registration and maintain a Product Information File (PIF) to ensure product safety. The safety assessment is documented in the form of a Cosmetics Product Safety Report (CPSR), which is a key document within the PIF.

Understanding and complying with these cosmetics certification standards is crucial for both manufacturers and consumers. Manufacturers can demonstrate product quality and safety by obtaining certification, thereby enhancing market competitiveness. Consumers, on the other hand, can confidently use certified products and avoid potential health risks.

Of course, the specific requirements of cosmetics certification systems may vary from country to country. It is recommended that manufacturers thoroughly understand local regulations and standards before entering these markets and ensure their products meet the requirements.

In summary, cosmetics certification standards in India and Southeast Asia are vital measures to ensure product quality and safety. Compliance with these standards is essential for both manufacturers and consumers. We hope this article helps increase your understanding and awareness of the cosmetics certification systems in these regions.

If you have cosmetics products to export to India, Southeast Asia, or other countries, please feel free to contact us anytime.