Health Canada is implementing new regulations that will require cosmetic manufacturers to disclose specific fragrance allergens directly on product labels, marking a shift from current practices that allow fragrance ingredients to be listed collectively under "parfum" or "fragrance."
On October 6, 2025, Health Canada announced an update to the Cosmetic Notification Form (CNF) and a revision of the Cosmetic Notification Guide.
On March 18, 2025, Health Canada issued an update to the Guide for Cosmetic Notification. The update mainly clarifies the address requirements in the notification details and reinforces the labeling requirements for fragrance allergens.
This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of March 2025, covering industry news, newly issued regulations, relevant policy adjustments, and regulatory requirements. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.
In February 2025, Health Canada revised the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, which outlines prohibited and restricted ingredients in cosmetics.
On January 23, 2023, Health Canada issued a notice regarding updates to the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist. The modification mainly covered three parts, including: Additions to the Hotlist; Changes to the conditions for existing entries on the Hotlist; and, Changes to include additional substance identifiers or make minor corrections.
