ZMUni Compliance Centre

  From October 18-19, the 2024 China Association of Fragrance, Flavor, and Cosmetics Industries(CAFFCI) Annual Meeting and Expo (CAME) was grandly held in Nanjing, Jiangsu province under the theme "Creating, Winning, Thriving Together." The exhibition featured a 15,000㎡space, bringing together 138 premium exhibitors. Zhejiang Zhongmao Enterprise Service Co., Ltd. (ZMUni Compliance Centre) was honored to be one of the participating exhibitors, where we showcased our enthusiastic service approach and professional capabilities.      In addition to exhibiting, ZMUni actively participated in forums at the CAME conference, gaining valuable insights into the latest regulations and industry trends, both in China and globally. The event featured 45 forums

      On October 22, 2024, China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the Working Procedures for Priority Review and Approval of Registration for Food for Special Medical Purposes(FSMP) (hereinafter referred to as "Working Procedures"), effective immediately. This document is formulated based on the Administrative Measures for Registration of Foods for Special Medical Purposes(hereinafter referred to as "Measures") and related regulations, aiming to encourage research and innovation, meet urgent clinical nutritional needs, and standardize the prioritized review and approval process for FSMP registration.   On the same day, China SAMR provided a policy interpretation of this document, detailing the following key points:  

  Previously, the Beijing Municipal MPA launched an entry-level guide on conducting full-version safety assessment reports for cosmetics, providing fundamental insights into the process.   On October 16, 2024, the Beijing Municipal MPA released the "FAQs on Notification of General Cosmetics (Vol. 37)," which offers a more advanced guide for completing full-version safety assessment reports. This practical resource addresses common issues related to the using of nano materials, plant extracts, and new cosmetic ingredients still under safety monitoring in general cosmetics.     Q1: Is the Ingredient Usage Information of Marketed Products equivalent to the Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients in China 2021?   A:

  At the opening meeting of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC), Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized China's commitment to accelerating the development of new productive forces and promoting the growth of the bioeconomy. In response, local governments have implemented policies to encourage regional advancements in synthetic biology, positioning the industry for continued expansion and innovation.   Owing to strong government backing and growing market interest, China's synthetic biology industry has seen significant growth in recent years. By the end of August 2024, the industry had completed 44 financing rounds in China, raising over 2 billion RMB, reflecting the industry's accelerating momentum.  

    On October 10, 2024, China National Health Commission (NHC) issued a notice on 12 Three New Food. These include two new food ingredients; four new food additives; and six new food contact materials (FCM) substances.   The details are as follows:   Category Name in EN Status Remark New Food Ingredients Nannochloropsis qaditana oil Approved / Procyanidins New Food Additives D-psicose 3-epimerase Approved enzyme preparation 2’-fucosyllactose，2’-FL nutritional fortification substances Lacto-N-neotetraose，LNnT Sodium ferrous citrate Expanded Usage Scope nutritional fortification substance New FCM Substances C.I.Pigmentblack7;Carbonblack Expanded Usage Scope FCM additives Sodiumhydroxide Dibutylsebacate 2,4,8,10-Tetraoxa-3,9-diphosphaspiro [5.5]undecane,3,9-bis[2,4- bis(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenoxy]- Copolymerof trimethoxyphenylsilane, methyltrimethoxysilane, andsilica Approved FCM resins Benzene, ethenyl-, polymer with 1,3-butadiene, hydrogenated Expanded Usage Scope   ZMUni

     On October 11, 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) of China issued a public notice seeking comments on two draft documents: the 2024 Edition of the Dosage Forms and Technical Requirements for Health Food Filing (Draft) and the 2024 Edition of the List of Auxiliary Materials for Health Food Filing and Terms of Use (Draft). Comments can be submitted via the official website (http://www.samr.gov.cn), email (bjspba@cfe-samr.org.cn), or mail, with a deadline of November 11, 2024.   The 2024 Edition Drafts supplements new dosage forms for nutrient supplement health food filings, expanding options to include candy, beverages, chocolate, jelly, and powders—formats that are

  | Peptides Surge in Popularity    In recent years, peptides have gained significant momentum in the anti-aging sector in China, emerging as a key ingredient alongside renowned components like retinol, pro-xylane, and collagen.   As of the end of September 2024, there were 21,665 skincare products featuring peptides as their primary selling point that are active in China, with the majority of them registered/notified in the past two years. According to data from Frost & Sullivan, the market size for peptide-based cosmetic ingredients in China reached RMB 1.45 billion in 2021 and is projected to grow to RMB 2.32 billion by 2025, reflecting

      On October 8, 2024, the National Health Commission (NHC) launched a public consultation for 19 national food safety standards. The draft standards cover six related to food additives, one for contaminants, one product standard, and eleven testing standards. Comments can be submitted through the online system until October 18, 2024.   The 19 standards are as follows:   No. Standard Revision/Formulation 6 Standards for Food Additives 1.  General Rules for Flavorings Revision 2.  Food Additive Erythritol Revision 3.  Food Additive Sodium Alga Acid (Also known as Sodium Alginate) Revision 4.  Amendment Sheet Standards for Six Colorants, including Brilliant