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  When querying overseas ingredient manufacturers and distributors about the requirements for exporting ingredients for cosmetic use in China, the most common response is "Yes, we've completed NMPA registration." However, what does NMPA registration truly entail, and what are the specific obligations for exporting cosmetic ingredients to China?   This article offers a practical and up-to-date overview of cosmetic ingredients regulatory requirements in China to help relevant stakeholders navigate regulatory challenges with confidence.   Regulatory Landscape: CSAR and Key Authorities   China's cosmetics market is regulated by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). On January 1, 2021, the Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR)

On March 27, 2025, China's National Health Commission (NHC) and State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly released the new national standard for food labeling - GB 7718-2025 General Standard for the Labeling of Prepackaged Food. This new standard will take effect on March 16, 2027. The release and revision history of GB 7718 GB 7718 - 2004 GB 7718 - 2011 Public consultation: 2018, 2019, 2024 (twice) GB 7718 - 2025   ZMUni Compliance Centre has distilled eight key points for global stakeholders as follows: 1. Mandatory labelling of eight major allergenic substances Eight types of allergenic substances (cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, fish,

As a natural pigment and antioxidant, anthocyanins enhance the color and nutritional value of food. This article explores their global regulatory status and highlights the importance of compliance for international market entry.   Anthocyanins: A Unique Dual-Function Ingredient Anthocyanins are a class of compounds formed by anthocyanidins and sugars through glycosidic bonds. Naturally abundant in plant flowers, fruits, stems, leaves, and roots, they give plants vibrant red, purple, and blue hues.     Typically extracted from fruits and vegetables, anthocyanins offer nutritional value. Their nature grants them a dual role—both as a food ingredient with health benefits and as a coloring agent classified

With the release of the Several Provisions on Supporting Cosmetic Ingredient Innovation in February 2025, China's new cosmetic ingredient (NCI) application has accelerated, more companies are submitting NCI notifications, and the number of successfully filed ingredients entering the public announcement stage continues to grow.   To help overseas companies stay up to date with cosmetic ingredient trends in China, ZMUni Compliance Centre will publish a regular series on NCI Approvals. We hope this provides valuable insights for ingredient suppliers and brands looking to enter the Chinese market.     From March 11 to 14, 2025, 4 new cosmetic ingredients were notified with the China

Fragrance is one of the top five allergens in cosmetic ingredients. For sensitive consumers, even trace amounts can trigger allergic reactions. To enhance transparency and help consumers make informed choices, regulators worldwide are tightening fragrance allergen labeling requirements. Countries and regions such as the EU, US, and China have been revising their policies to reflect growing safety concerns.     To support businesses stay compliant, ZMUni Compliance Centre has compiled fragrance allergen labeling requirements across key global markets.   China China currently requires fragrance allergen labeling only for children's cosmetics. Technical Guidelines for Children Cosmetics, issued on August 31, 2023, emphasize that formulations for

    According to data released by the General Administration of Customs of People's Republic of China (GACC), a total of 81 batches of cosmetics were rejected by local customs in the port supervision process in 2024—an 88% increase from 43 batches in 2023, marking a significant upward trend.   Data compiled by ZMUni Compliance Centre reveals that the most affected product categories included shampoos, lipsticks, toothpastes, and perfume; the main reasons for rejection were failure to provide required certificates or compliance documents, labeling issues, and non-compliant ingredients.   Notable Fluctuations   The monthly data on the list of non-compliant cosmetic released by GACC for 2024, as shown in

In 2024, the General Administration of Customs of People's Republic of China (GACC) issued 12 notices on non-compliant imported food products. A total of 4,200 batches of non-compliant food were inspected by local customs in the port supervision process in 2024, marking an almost 80% increase compared to the 2,358 batches in 2023. The most common violations were found in seafood and its products, meat and meat products, dried fruits, and beverages.   Clear Increasing Trend   Statistics show that November 2024 saw the highest number of non-compliant food batches.Additionally, every month except October in 2024 reported higher numbers of rejected food imports compared to previous

  At the start of this new year, ZMUni Compliance Centre invites you to join us in a quick review of the major "compliance milestones" that shaped the Chinese cosmetics industry in 2024.     I. Cosmetic Safety Assessment   In 2024, the spotlight in the Chinese cosmetics industry undoubtedly centered on "safety assessments" (commonly known as "CPSR"). On April 22, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China issued the Announcement on Issuing Several Measures to Optimize Cosmetic Safety Assessment Management (No. 50 of 2024), introducing 12 specific measures categorized into four main areas.   Submission of CPSR - Regulatory Core Concept: Risk-Based Approach