This issue explores Türkiye’s new KKDIK individual temporary registration pathway, Thailand’s mandatory labeling rules for dissolving microneedle patches, and New York State’s proposed self-GRAS disclosure requirements – alongside many more global regulatory developments, industry insights, and upcoming free webinars. Grab a drink, and dive in.

⭐Editor’s picks – key regulatory developments

CIRS Successfully Assists Client in Obtaining A Türkiye KKDIK Individual Temporary Registration Number

Türkiye’s MoEUCC has officially opened the Individual Temporary Registration pathway under KKDIK, giving companies a new independent route to obtain a registration number before the September 30, 2026, deadline. The mechanism removes reliance on Lead Registrants, Letters of Access, and tonnage-band limits, making it easier for companies to maintain Turkish market access. The update is especially important for businesses that still need to move from pre-registration to temporary or full registration. We have successfully assisted a client in obtaining the temporary registration number and are happy to answer any of your questions on the matter. ➡️Read more

Thailand Publishes Mandatory Labeling Requirements for Dissolving Microneedle Patch

On May 21, 2026, Thailand published new labeling requirements for dissolving microneedle patch cosmetics under the Cosmetics Act. The rules require clear product identification, warning statements, storage instructions, batch and expiry details, and manufacturer or distributor information. The update strengthens Thailand’s regulatory framework for microneedle cosmetics and signals the need for companies to review product labeling carefully, especially given remaining uncertainty around needle length definitions and non-dissolving microneedle patches. ➡️Read more

New York State Legislation: Self GRAS Ingredients Must Mandatorily Disclose Safety Data

The New York State Assembly has passed the Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act, which would require companies to submit safety dossiers for self-GRAS food ingredients sold in the state if signed by the governor. The bill would also ban Red Dye 3, potassium bromate, and propyl paraben in food after one year. If enacted, it could make New York the first U.S. state to mandate public disclosure of self-GRAS safety evidence. ➡️Read more

🔎What’s covered in this issue – at a glance

💻Free webinars

🧪Chemical news

💄Cosmetic news

🍽Food and food contact material (FCM) news

Chemical news

CIRS Successfully Assists Client in Obtaining A Türkiye KKDIK Individual Temporary Registration Number

Key Amendments to K-REACH Enforcement Decree: New Joint Submission Dispute Mediation Mechanism, OR Changes Hassle-Free

On May 6, 2026, South Korea issued a partial amendment to the K-REACH Enforcement Decree to implement the revised Act on Registration and Evaluation of Chemical Substances. The changes clarify dispute mediation for joint data submissions, allow legal inheritance of obligations when an overseas manufacturer changes its Only Representative, and expand the roles of designated support agencies. The update is particularly relevant for companies involved in K-REACH registration and Only Representative management. ➡️Read more

New Customs Rules in China! Random Inspections on Certain Import and Export Commodities Starting June 1

On May 8, 2026, China’s GACC issued Announcement No. 57 of 2026, introducing random inspections for certain import and export commodities not subject to statutory inspection from June 1, 2026. The scope covers products including baby and children’s goods, food contact products, daily wear accessories, footwear, electronic products, and low-voltage electrical apparatus. Companies involved in these categories should strengthen compliance checks and prepare supporting documents to reduce customs clearance and enforcement risks. ➡️Read more

EU Proposes Restrictions on Hydrogenated Terphenyls, REACH Regulation Annex XVII Set for New Amendment

On May 8, 2026, the EU notified the WTO of a draft amendment to Annex XVII of REACH to restrict hydrogenated terphenyls (PHT). The proposal would prohibit PHT at concentrations of 0.1% or above in substances, mixtures, and articles, with limited exemptions for certain industrial heat transfer uses and defense applications. If adopted as planned, the restriction is expected to take practical effect around the first half of 2028. ➡️Read more

EU Proposes to Amend REACH Annex XVII to Restrict CMR 1A/1B Substances in Childcare Articles

On May 8, 2026, the EU notified the WTO of a draft amendment to Annex XVII of REACH to restrict CMR category 1A and 1B substances in childcare articles. The proposal would set a default limit of 10 mg/kg in homogeneous materials, while providing exemptions for second-hand products, certain medical devices, food contact materials, and inaccessible parts. If adopted, the new restriction would apply 36 months after entry into force.➡️Read more

Cosmetic news

Thailand Publishes Mandatory Labeling Requirements for Dissolving Microneedle Patch

China Launches Pilot Program for Electronic Labeling of Imported Cosmetics in Shanghai

China has introduced a pilot program for electronic labeling of imported cosmetics in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area, effective May 11, 2026. Pilot enterprises must declare eligible products through the China (Shanghai) International Trade Single Window and mark customs filings accordingly. Under the new scheme, customs label checks will focus on visible Chinese label content, while QR code information on electronic labels will not be subject to duplicate verification, streamlining supervision for participating products. ➡️Read more

China New Ingredient Filing Status: 17 New Cosmetic Ingredients Filed in May 2026

According to NMPA filing information, 17 new cosmetic ingredients were filed in China between May 1 and May 22, 2026, raising the cumulative total for 2026 to 90. The newly filed ingredients include plant extracts, fermentation-derived materials, synthetic polymers, peptides, and marine-based ingredients, filed by both domestic and overseas companies. The update highlights ongoing momentum in China’s new cosmetic ingredient filing system and offers companies a useful snapshot of current ingredient innovation trends.➡️Read more

China NIFDC Publishes Errata for the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics

On May 22, 2026, China’s NIFDC published errata to the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition), correcting textual errors in several physicochemical test methods. The revisions affect methods for pH; arsenic, lithium, and 42 other elements; and asbestos, including formula placement, sample quantities, and unit notation. Although technical in nature, the corrections are important for ensuring test accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance across cosmetic companies, laboratories, and regulatory teams. ➡️Read more

A Step-by-Step Compliance Guide for Exporting Cosmetics to South Korea

This article outlines the main regulatory requirements for cosmetics in South Korea under the Cosmetics Act, including product definitions, classification, market entry pathways, regulatory authorities, enterprise responsibilities, compliance procedures, and documentation requirements. It explains the distinction between general cosmetics, functional cosmetics, and quasi-drugs, and highlights the additional review or reporting obligations for functional products. The overview is intended to help companies navigate South Korea’s cosmetics compliance framework and support compliant market entry. ➡️Read more

Summary Report on Cosmetic Supervision and Sampling Inspection in China – April 2026

In April 2026, China’s NMPA and provincial medical products administrations in Guangdong and Sichuan reported 103 batches of non-compliant cosmetics, including 47 batches containing prohibited ingredients. Key issues involved sunscreen and hair dye ingredient discrepancies, excessive preservatives, microbiological failures, and prohibited substances. The results show ongoing compliance risks across sunscreen, hair care, skin care, and oral care products, and reinforce the importance of stronger ingredient review, quality control, and regulatory monitoring.➡️Read more

Three Standards for Ingredients Incorporated into the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics in China

On May 15, 2026, China’s NMPA incorporated three revised standards into the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition), affecting o-Phenylphenol and its salts, Acid Violet 43, and mercury and its compounds. Key changes include differentiated concentration limits and warning language for o-Phenylphenol, stricter limits for Acid Violet 43 in non-oxidative hair dyes, and the removal of mercury-based preservatives from the permitted list. Companies should review formulas and compliance timelines carefully. ➡️Read more

Food and food contact material (FCM) news

New York State Legislation: Self GRAS Ingredients Must Mandatorily Disclose Safety Data

NMN Major Breakthrough: EffePharm β-NMN Successfully Passes EFSA Safety Assessment

On May 11, 2026, EFSA published a positive safety opinion on EffePharm’s β-NMN novel food application, clearing an important hurdle before final European Commission review. If approved, NMN could officially enter the EU market, adding to recent regulatory progress in the U.S. and Australia. The update highlights accelerating global acceptance of NMN and provides companies with a clearer picture of its evolving international compliance landscape. ➡️Read more

A Food Enzyme Produced by Escherichia coli Strain SP-a Passed EFSA Safety Assessment

EFSA has issued a positive safety opinion on amidase produced with genetically modified Escherichia coli strain SP-a by c-LEcta GmbH. The enzyme, intended for the hydrolysis of acrylamide in foods, was found not to raise safety concerns under the proposed conditions of use. The assessment covered dietary exposure, genotoxicity, systemic toxicity, and allergenicity, and supports the safety of the enzyme for its intended food processing application. ➡️Read more

China's CFSA Collects Public Comments on Six New Food Additives, including LNT and Thaumatin

On May 20, 2026, China’s CFSA issued six new food additive proposals for public comment, with feedback accepted until June 20, 2026. The proposals cover one new food nutrition enhancer, expanded application scopes or use levels for several additives and enhancers, and new specification requirements for thaumatin and galacto-oligosaccharides. The consultation signals further updates to China’s food additive regulatory framework and is relevant for companies assessing product formulation and compliance strategies. ➡️Read more

US New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) Updated: Which New Substances Can be Used in Dietary Supplements?

The FDA updated its NDI database on May 8, reflecting status changes for 27 substances, of which 13 were successfully notified and 14 were not. Most unsuccessful cases involved insufficient identity information, insufficient safety evidence, or both, while two were found not to meet the definition of a dietary ingredient. The update underscores the high evidentiary standard of the NDI process and the need for complete, well-documented submissions. ➡️Read more

How to Market Dietary Supplements in the US? An Overview from Definition to Compliance

This article outlines the main U.S. compliance requirements for dietary supplements, including product definition, pre-market obligations, labeling requirements, and permitted claims. It explains when an NDI notification is needed, what information must appear on labels, and how nutrient content, health, and structure/function claims are regulated. The overview is designed to help companies better understand the U.S. regulatory framework before exporting or marketing dietary supplement products.➡️Read more

GACC FAQs: Is It Necessary to Submit the Registration/Filing Certificate for Imported Health Foods?

China’s GACC registration process for overseas health food manufacturers is drawing increased attention, especially as companies report being asked to provide health food registration or filing certificates during customs-related procedures. This update highlights the growing importance of product compliance, the practical expectations around GACC applications, and the tightening outlook for health foods sold through cross-border e-commerce. ➡️Read more

Free webinar

REACH and CLP after Brexit: EU vs UK Framework

On June 24, CIRS Group and EPY S.R.L. will host a free joint webinar on the growing divergence between EU and UK chemical regulations after Brexit. The session will cover key differences between EU/GB CLP, compare EU/UK REACH obligations, and discuss practical compliance issues for companies importing or exporting chemicals between Great Britain and the EU. It will be particularly relevant for regulatory professionals, SDS and label authors, compliance teams, and businesses managing cross-border chemical market access. ➡️Read more and register here.

Analysis of Policy Trends in Cross-Border E-Commerce for Imported Health Foods & Blue Hat Registration and Filing

On August 12, 2026, CIRS Group and HPA-Global & HPA-China will host a free webinar on policy trends in cross-border e-commerce for imported health foods and Blue Hat registration and filing in China. The session will cover CBEC policy developments, GACC registration for overseas manufacturers, registration and filing processes, common compliance challenges, and practical case experience. It will be particularly relevant for overseas manufacturers, exporters, importers, agents, and professionals involved in the health food cross-border e-commerce sector. ➡️Read more.

Latest Regulatory Requirements for New Cosmetic Ingredients in China

Since 2025, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has issued a series of policy documents concerning the regulation of new cosmetic ingredients, including the Several Provisions on Supporting Cosmetic Ingredient Innovation and the Technical General Rules for the Registration and Filing of New Cosmetic Ingredients (Draft for Comments). These documents send a clear signal of "Encouraging innovation and Standardize development" with a number of important regulations being fast-tracked for implementation. Julie Harrington will host this webinar on June 4, 2026, at 14:00 CET (20:00 Beijing Time) ➡️Read more

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