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From June 15 to June 23, 2026, 7 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). The technical requirements have not been disclosed yet.     Polymers   Notification No. 20260104  Hydrogenated Soy Polyglycerides is the product obtained through catalytic metathesis of Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, followed by hydrogenation. According to PCPC, its functions include Skin-Conditioning Agent (Occlusive) and Viscosity Increasing Agent (Nonaqueous). This notification marks the first NCI submission from a Singapore-based company under China's NCI framework.   Notification No. 20260105 and Notification No. 20260106 In this issue, Intercos S.p.A. notified two NCIs, both

"Plant-derived exosomes" have become a focal point in global cosmetic ingredient innovation due to their natural origin, biocompatibility, and targeted delivery capabilities. However, as an emerging bio-based ingredient, they still face significant regulatory hurdles in China—including scientific nomenclature, classification as "New Cosmetic Ingredients" (NCI), and the design of appropriate notification and registration pathways.   This article provides a structured overview of how these materials are currently understood under China’s regulatory framework, with reference to international nomenclature practices and key compliance considerations.     01. Nomenclature: The "Vesicle" vs. "Exosome" Distinction   Under the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) framework,

   On June 15, 2026, China's National Medical Products Administration(NMPA) released two draft mandatory national standards for public consultation: Evaluation Criteria and Management Principles for Cosmetic Cheilitis and Evaluation Criteria and Management Principles for Cosmetic Contact Urticaria. The consultation period runs from June 15 to August 15, 2026.   Since the implementation of the Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation(CSAR) in 2021, China has established a cosmetic adverse reaction monitoring system. The Measures for the Management of Cosmetic Adverse Reaction Monitoring further introduced the principle of “suspected cases should be reported.” However, unified national criteria for determining specific types of adverse

  From June 8 to June 12, 2026, 7 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).     Peptides   Notification No. 20260097 - sr-(Tripeptide-133 sh-Polypeptide-2 Hexapeptide-40)   According to the publicly available patent filed by the notifier (CN120918980A), sr-(Tripeptide-133 sh-Polypeptide-2 Hexapeptide-40) demonstrates strong antioxidant activity and can act synergistically with other active ingredients. It enables the development of a new, high-performance active ingredient system applicable in both skincare and hair care products, enhancing antioxidant and repair-related efficacy.     Notification No. 20260100   Hexapeptide-125 (translated from Chinese name, official INCI name currently

ZMUni Compliance Center has recently supported two overseas food manufacturers in successfully completing registration with China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC) as overseas manufacturers of imported food, enabling compliant access to the Chinese market.      Case 1 | LLC First Alive Collagen & Hydrolyzed Collagen Products (Russia)      ZMUni supported LLC "First Alive Collagen" in completing its GACC registration as an overseas food production enterprise. With the registration approved, the company is now eligible to export hydrolyzed collagen products to China, enabling compliant import and customs clearance.   First Alive Collagen is a Russian biotechnology company focused on collagen-based

  From May 26 to June 3, 2026, 6 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).     Rosa Alba Flower Water   Rosa alba (White Rose) is a classic botanical prized for centuries in both Eastern and Western cultures. Renowned for its delicate fragrance and pure white blossoms, it has traditionally been used in soothing skincare and aromatic applications, combining natural beauty with botanical care.     Pyropia Haitanensis Extract   Pyropia haitanensis is an edible red algae mainly found along the southeastern coast of China, particularly in Zhejiang and Fujian provinces.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of key regulatory developments in the food sector inMay 2026, both in China and internationally. It focuses on updates related to new food ingredients, food additives, health foods, and feed, aiming to offer timely and in-depth regulatory alerts for enterprises engaged in food import and export.     China Food Regulatory Updates 🔘 China Three New Food Updates: 16 Newly Approved Substances (May 2026)   On May 27, 2026, China's National Health Commission (NHC) officially approved 16 substances as "Three-New Food", including 7 new food ingredients, 7 new food additive varieties, and 2 new food-related

The global cosmetics regulatory environment continues to evolve. To help businesses stay updated with regulatory changes, ZMUni Compliance Center regularly releases a monthly recap of global cosmetics regulations. This article covers the regulatory developments related to cosmetics in China and globally in May 2026, with an emphasis on updates in cosmetic ingredients and cosmetic management, among other areas.     China Cosmetic Regulatory Updates New Cosmetics Ingredients (NCI)   In May 2026, 20 new cosmetic ingredients were notified with the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). They include:      The technical requirements for the 20 NCIs mentioned above have