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      On January 22, 2025, the China National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) announced a public consultation on nine draft testing methods for cosmetics, including toothpaste. This initiative aims to enhance the technical standards for cosmetic products. The proposed methods are as follows:   No. Testing Method 1 Skin Absorption: In vitro Method (Draft for Comments) 2 Bovine Corneal Opacity and Permeability (BCOP) Assay (Draft for Comments) 3 Collagen Hydrogel-Eye Irritation Test (Draft for Comments) 4 In Chemico Skin Sensitisation: Kinetic Direct Peptide Reactivity Assay（kDPRA）(Draft for Comments) 5  Immunotoxicity test (Draft for Comments) 6  Determination of Li and

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) was established in 1976 and is funded by the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) in the United States. Its evaluation process operates independently of the PCPC and the cosmetics industry, and assessment reports are published in the International Journal of Toxicology. As an international authority on cosmetic safety assessments, CIR's published conclusions serve as an important data source for the full version of China’s CPSR.   CIR organizes expert reviews of valuable data and information related to cosmetic ingredients based on its annual priority assessment list. After each meeting, CIR releases a "Post Meeting Announcement" summarizing

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) plays a vital role in cosmetics regulation within the EU. Its responsibilities include providing scientific opinions, conducting risk assessments, developing and updating guidelines, and advancing alternative testing methods. According to China's Guidelines for Use of Cosmetic Ingredient Data, the evaluation conclusions published by internationally recognized cosmetic safety assessment institutions can serve as a primary data type. This makes SCCS scientific opinions a key source for the full version of China's CPSR.   SCCS opinions are categorized as: Preliminary Opinions open for comments Opinions being finalised Final Opinions Previous committee   In 2024, SCCS issued 14 final

As the new year begins, ZMUni Compliance Centre is preparing to release a series of articles on global food compliance. This issue offers a comprehensive analysis of the health food registration and notification landscape in China for 2024. By leveraging multi-dimensional data insights, we aim to support global enterprises in navigating the Chinese health food market in 2025.   Overview of China's Health Food Registration and Notification Data   Domestic Health Food Registration and Notification   As of December 24, 2024, data from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) of China reveals that 392 domestic health food products were granted registration certificates,

In 2024, the global cosmetics industry witnessed several significant regulatory updates. These changes have not only impacted the research, development, production, and sales of products but also posed new challenges to companies' export strategies.   This article provides a comprehensive overview of key regulatory updates in major global markets for 2024, offering a convenient reference for relevant businesses and industry professionals.   I. Cosmetic Regulatory Updates in EU   Two New Categories of Cosmetic Products Added   On February 20, 2024, the European Commission updated the Manual Of The Working Group On Cosmetic Products (Sub-Group On Borderline Products) On The

  On January 3 and 6, 2025, the China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment released two notices seeking public comments on two new food ingredients and three new food additives. Comments are welcome for one month from the release date, respectively.   The details are as follows:   Category Name in EN Remark New Food Ingredients Olive fruit polyph / Saccharomyces cerevisiae CNCM I-379 New Food Additives Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides  food additive Glucoamylase enzyme preparation chitosan food processing aide that expand usage scope     ZMUni Compliance Centre Reminder:   As a leading third-party compliance service provider in China, ZMUni

    On January 3, 2025, the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC) released the draft Regulations on the Registration and Administration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Food for public comment, open from January 3 to February 19.     Compared to the current Regulations on the Registration and Administration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Food (2021 Edition), the main changes in this draft for comment are as follows:   1. Changes in Registration Methods and Conditions   Introduction of Cooperation Agreements as a Registration Condition:   The previous regulations mainly emphasized that the food safety management system

   On December 13, 2024, China National Health Commission (NHC) issued a notice on 11 Three New Food. These include one new food ingredients, eight new food additives, and two new food contact materials (FCM) substances.   The details are as follows:   Category Name in EN Status Remark New Food Ingredients Camellia petelotii culture Approved / New Food Additives Glucoamylase enzyme preparation Serine protease Lipase 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3-(2H)-furanone food spice 2’-fucosyllactose，2’-FL nutritional fortification substance Aminocyclohexylamino Sulfonate (aka Sodium Cyclamate) Expanded Usage Scope food additive Stevioside (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid, glucosamine salt nutritional fortification substance     ZMUni Reminder:   As of December 13, 2024, China NHC has issued four announcements