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This article provides a comprehensive overview of key regulatory developments in the food sector in May 2025, 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 Three New Food   On May 7, 2025, the China National Health Commission (NHC) released a notice approving 11 substances as Three New Foods, including tow new food ingredients, 6 new food additives and 3 food-related products. See previous report.    On May

  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 within China and globally in May 2025, with an emphasis on updates in cosmetic ingredients, cosmetic management, and halal certification, among others.   China Cosmetic Regulatory Updates New Cosmetics Ingredients (NCI) Notification   In May 2025, 20 new cosmetic ingredients were notified with the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). They include:    The technical requirements for the 20 new cosmetic ingredients mentioned above have not

  ZMUni Compliance Centre has recently assisted multiple Chinese cosmetic companies in successfully completing regulatory notifications for the export of cosmetics to the European Union, the United States, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and other markets.   The product categories cover a diverse range of cosmetics, such as skincare items with moisturizing, cleansing, anti-aging, and brightening functions, as well as makeup and hair care products.   Malaysia   Product Notification Procedure:   *CNH (Cosmetic Notification Holder): The CNH must be a company or legal entity registered in Malaysia, with a permanent business address and registration with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM). Additionally, its

As cosmetic brands expand internationally to strengthen their global presence, they must navigate a patchwork of regulations that vary widely by country—from safety standards to labeling and registration requirements. Understanding these differences is critical to ensuring compliance and avoiding costly setbacks.   To help cosmetic enterprises better understand the regulatory landscape of key markets and mitigate potential compliance risks, ZMUni Compliance Centre has compiled an overview of major cosmetic regulatory authorities and relevant laws and regulations worldwide.   Country/Region Competent Authority Key Regulation China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) National Institute of Food and Drug

  On May 13, 2025, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2025/877, amending Annexes II and III of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. This amendment, which was initially notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in June 2024 (G/TBT/N/EU/1070), incorporates a new group of substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction (CMR) under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/197 into the list of prohibited substances in cosmetics.   The new regulation will apply from September 1, 2025. From that date, cosmetic products containing these substances may no longer be placed or made available on the EU market.  

  This article summarizes the regulatory developments related to food within China and internationally in April 2025, with an emphasis on updates in regulations concerning new food ingredients, food additives, feed additives, and health foods.   China Food Regulatory Updates   Special Food     In April 2025, the National Technical Committee on Standardization of Special Foods (TC466) released eight national standards for health foods. They are: "Determination of Pantothenic Acid in Health Foods" (GB/T 22246-2025) "Determination of Inositol in Health Foods" (GB/T 45242-2025) "Determination of Thiamine, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine, Niacin, Nicotinamide and Caffeine in Health Foods" (GB/T 45243-2025) "Determination of Icariin in Health Foods"

  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 within China and globe in April 2025, with an emphasis on updates in cosmetic ingredient, cosmetic safety assessment, labeling, etc.   China Cosmetic Regulatory Updates   New Cosmetics Ingredients (NCI) Notification   In April 2025, 16 new cosmetic ingredients were notified with the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). They include:     The technical requirements for the 16 new cosmetic ingredients mentioned above have not been disclosed, and they have

  The in-cosmetics Global 2025 exhibition was successfully held from April 8 to 10 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre in the Netherlands. As one of the world's premier events for cosmetic and personal care ingredients, the show brought together over 1,000 exhibitors and thousands of visitors from across the globe. Each year, the event showcases the latest innovations in raw materials, formulations, and technologies, while serving as a vital platform for global exchange and collaboration within the beauty industry.   This year, nearly 150 Chinese companies participated, with 27% of them being first-time exhibitors—a strong reflection of China's growing influence