CIRS Group has compiled and summarized the latest global cosmetics regulatory developments in August 2026, covering industry news, new regulations, policy adjustments, and regulatory trends, helping companies stay compliant and fully informed of the evolving global cosmetics regulatory landscape.
China
This section is divided into two main modules: Regulatory & Standards Updates and Industry News. The first module primarily covers the latest regulatory developments issued by national authorities such as the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) and the National Institutes for Drug Control (NIDC). The latest developments related to cosmetic standards will also be presented in this section. The second module compiles and summarizes cosmetics-related key industry news.
Regulatory Updates
NMPA Approves Two Supplementary Testing Methods: Determination of Diclofenac Sodium and Methenamine in Cosmetics
On August 3, 2026, in accordance with the Cosmetics Supervision and Administration Regulation, the NMPA approved two supplementary testing methods for cosmetics: Determination of Diclofenac Sodium in Cosmetics and Determination of Methenamine in Cosmetics.
Fifth Dynamic Adjustment to the Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients (IECIC): Four New Ingredients Added to List II
On August 19, 2026, China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) conducted the fifth dynamic adjustment of the Inventory of Existing Cosmetic Ingredients (IECIC). The three-year safety monitoring period for four new cosmetic ingredients — CETYL DIGLYCERYL TRIS(TRIMETHYLSILOXY)SILYLETHYL DIMETHICONE, NICOTINAMIDE MONONUCLEOTIDE, BAKUCHIOL and AZELAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYL AMINE — has expired, and they have been incorporated into IECIC II.
Official Guide Released: How to Write Cosmetic Adverse Reaction Self-Inspection Reports
On August 27, 2026, the Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Center of the NMPA released the Guidelines for Writing Cosmetic Adverse Reaction Self-Inspection Reports for Cosmetic Registrants and Notifiers, comprising five parts: purpose, scope of application, general requirements, content of the self-inspection report, and other requirements.
Standards Updates
Mandatory National Standard GB 7916-2026 General Safety Requirements for Cosmetics Published, Effective January 1, 2028
On August 6, 2026, the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) published the mandatory national standard General Safety Requirements for Cosmetics (GB 7916-2026), which was drafted under the organization of the NMPA. The standard will take effect on January 1, 2028, replacing the Hygienic Standard for Cosmetics (GB 7916-1987).
NIDC Seeks Comments on Nine Cosmetic Standards, Covering Sodium NTA, Methylpyrrolidone, and Kojic Acid
On August 6, 2026, the National Institutes for Drug Control (NIDC) sought public comments on nine cosmetic standards, including the draft standard for Trisodium NTA; the deadline for comments was September 7, 2026.
Cosmetic Industry Standard YY/T 10006-2026 General Rules for Cosmetic Product Standards Published, Effective January 1, 2027
On August 24, 2026, the NMPA published the cosmetic industry standard YY/T 10006-2026 General Rules for Cosmetic Product Standards, which will take effect on January 1, 2027. The standard provides a unified technical basis for the development of cosmetic industry standards and promotes the standardized, high-quality development of the cosmetics industry.
Global
Europe
UK SAG-CS Releases Final Safety Opinions on Seven Cosmetic Ingredients
In August 2026, the UK Scientific Advisory Group on the Chemical Safety of Non-Food and Non-Medicinal Consumer Products (SAG-CS) published its final safety opinions on seven cosmetic ingredients: triclocarban, triclosan, o-phenylphenol, sodium o-phenylphenate, resorcinol, daidzein and silver.
EU PPWR Formally Applies from August 12, 2026
On August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR, Regulation (EU) 2025/40) formally began to apply, having entered into force on February 11, 2025. This means that almost all products exported to the EU are affected by the regulation as long as they carry packaging.
Asia
South Korea MFDS Exempts Leave-On Shampoos from Certain Labeling Precautions and Adds Precautions for Benzophenone-3
On August 6, 2026, South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued Notice No. 2026-56, partially amending the Precautions for Use and Allergen Labeling Requirements for Cosmetics. The amendment mainly adds labeling precautions for benzophenone-3 and grants exemptions from certain precaution labeling for leave-on shampoos (dry shampoos).
South Korea MFDS Releases Draft Guidelines on Braille Labeling of Cosmetics
On August 6, 2026, the MFDS released the draft Guidelines on Braille Labeling of Cosmetics (Applicant Guide), which systematically specifies the methods, specifications, and placement of product information presented in braille and in voice/sign-language video conversion codes (accessibility QR codes) on cosmetic containers or packaging, aiming to protect the right of visually and hearing-impaired consumers to be informed and to use cosmetics safely. The draft was circulated for industry comments through the Korea Cosmetic Industry Association (KCIA), with the comment period having closed on August 31, 2026.
South Korea KCIA Publishes Guide on Preparing PPWR Documentation for the Cosmetics Industry
On August 10, 2026, the Korea Cosmetic Industry Association (KCIA) published the Guide on Preparing PPWR Documentation for the Cosmetics Industry, aimed at helping Korean cosmetics companies respond to the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) by preparing the technical documentation (TD) and the EU declaration of conformity (DoC).
South Korea MFDS Proposes to Introduce In Vitro Test Methods for Sunscreen Cosmetics
On August 19, 2026, South Korea’s MFDS announced in a press release that it has launched an administrative preview of the draft amendments to the Regulations on the Review of Functional Cosmetics and the Regulations on the Substantiation of Cosmetics Labeling and Advertising, with comments due by September 18, 2026. The amendments propose to introduce in vitro test methods for sunscreen cosmetics, to be used for the determination of the sun protection factor (SPF) and the UVA protection grade (PA).
South Korea National Assembly Passes the Cosmetics Industry Cultivation and Support Act and Amendments to the Cosmetics Act
On August 20, 2026, the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea passed the Cosmetics Industry Cultivation and Support Act — the first dedicated law in Korea for the cultivation of the cosmetics industry, providing a complete legal basis for state support covering the whole value chain of R&D, ingredients, packaging containers, manufacturing, distribution and export. The Act will enter into force one year after its official promulgation. On the same day, the National Assembly also passed the amendment to the Cosmetics Act, which aims to strengthen the framework for safety management and regulatory support.
Indonesia: Mandatory Non-Halal Labels for Non-Halal Cosmetics
On July 23, 2026, Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) issued BPJPH Regulation No. 3 of 2026 on the Design and Labeling Guidelines for Non-Halal Labels, which took effect on the date of issuance. The regulation establishes a mandatory labeling system for non-halal products: products (including cosmetics) made from non-halal ingredients, or produced through processes that do not comply with the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH) requirements, are exempt from the mandatory halal certification obligation but must carry the standardized non-halal label as required — non-pig-derived non-halal products bearing the red-framed “NON HALAL” label, and pig-derived products bearing the dedicated “MENGANDUNG BABI” (contains pig) label. Products already circulating on the Indonesian market are given a 12-month transition period and must complete compliance adjustments by July 23, 2027 at the latest.
Philippines FDA Seeks Comments on Draft Guidelines on the Classification and List of Health Products under FDA Jurisdiction
On August 18, 2026, the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the draft Guidelines on the Classification and List of Identified Health Products under the Jurisdiction of the FDA for public consultation, with comments due by September 17, 2026. The guidelines aim to clarify the regulatory boundaries among the five categories of health products — food, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, and household/urban hazardous substances (HUHS) — specify the FDA center responsible for each category, and set out a five-year transition period.
Thailand: Oral-Use Products Containing 5,000 ppm Fluoride Officially Classified as Dangerous Drugs
On August 18, 2026, the Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) published Notification No. 37 of the Thai Ministry of Public Health on dangerous drugs, classifying oral-use products containing fluoride at 5,000 ppm as dangerous drugs, with effect from August 19, 2026. For oral-care products such as toothpastes, ordinary fluoride toothpastes (fluoride concentration not exceeding 1,500 ppm) remain regulated as cosmetics, while 5,000 ppm high-fluoride products fall under drug regulation.
Thailand: Voluntary E-Labeling Proposed for Cosmetics
On August 21, 2026, the Thai FDA released a draft announcement on a voluntary e-labeling system for cosmetics for public consultation, with comments due by September 19, 2026. As a supplementary document to the 2019 Announcement of the Cosmetics Committee on Cosmetics Labeling (B.E. 2562), the draft allows cosmetic notifiers to present part of the labeling information in the form of an e-label.
Thailand: Thai FDA Publishes Examples of Inappropriate Cosmetic Advertising Claims
On August 25, 2026, the Thai FDA published the Examples of Inappropriate Texts for Cosmetic Advertising, which compiles inappropriate advertising claims found during inspection, monitoring, and enforcement, for cosmetic operators to self-check against and refer to before their advertising is released to the public. The document is of a guidance nature only and does not set forth any new requirements beyond existing laws; whether a specific advertising claim is appropriate will still be assessed case by case in light of the facts and the communication context.
Indonesia: Implementation Guidelines for the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH) for Genetically Engineered Products Notified to the WTO
On August 28, 2026, Indonesia submitted the WTO TBT notification G/TBT/N/IDN/192 to seek comments on the draft Guidelines for Implementing the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH) for Genetically Engineered Products, with comments due by October 27, 2026. The guidelines aim to establish a systematic halal compliance framework for enterprises producing products using genetic engineering technology, covering food, beverages, drugs, and cosmetics.
Indonesia: Dedicated Regulation on Halal Supervisors Notified to the WTO
On August 28, 2026, Indonesia submitted the WTO TBT notification G/TBT/N/IDN/193 to seek comments on the draft BPJPH Regulation on Halal Supervisors, with comments due by October 27, 2026. The draft contains ten chapters and twenty-eight articles, systematically specifying the qualification requirements, responsibilities and authorities, registration procedures and supervision mechanisms for halal supervisors, covering food, beverages, drugs, cosmetics and other product categories.
CIRS Reminder
Cosmetics companies are advised to stay closely informed of the latest domestic and international regulatory developments, standards, and industry trends from August 2026. By strengthening compliance management across the entire value chain and proactively assessing compliance risks arising from policy changes at home and abroad, companies can better plan product R&D, formulation strategies, and market expansion, and respond effectively to the evolving regulatory landscape.
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