The first webinar in this series will delve into the important aspects of the Cosmetic Ingredients Database (CosIng) and the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) lists. We will explore how these lists function, their significance in cosmetics formulation, and how to effectively navigate them. By the end of this webinar, you will have a solid understanding of the CosIng and the INCI, empowering you to create safe and compliant cosmetic products.

On May 24, 2023, Guangzhou Administration for Market Regulation Released the Cosmetics Re-inspection Process. The main content includes re-inspection application materials and processes, re-inspection fees, application of re-inspection conclusions, forms of non re-inspection, and answers to common questions.

We are very pleased to announce that CIRS Europe has been shortlisted for two Export Industry Awards by the Irish Exporters Association: Export Innovation of the Year; and Services Exporter of the Year (sponsored by Business Post). The Irish Exporters Association is the voice of the Export Industry in Ireland. It announced that 70 entries had been shortlisted for the 2023 Export Industry Awards across ten categories.

On May 16, 2023, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) issued a preliminary opinion on methyl salicylate (CAS No.119-36-8) to assess the safety of the use of methyl salicylate in cosmetics. The deadline for public consultation is June 19, 2023.

The Measures for Toothpaste Supervision and Administration will be formally implemented from December 1, 2023. To help filers better understand the requirements and comply with the Measures, we have collated and translated the FAQs on the filing of toothpaste in China.

On May 10, 2023, we celebrated the grand opening of CIRS Kexin Biotech.* It has taken more than one year of industrial surveys but we were proud to finally open the new company on May 10, 2023.

On May 9, 2023, Hangzhou C&K Testing Technic Co., Ltd. (C&K Testing), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CIRS Group celebrated its tenth anniversary.

On April 18, 2023, the European Union Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) issued a request for a scientific opinion on triphenyl phosphate (CAS No.115-86-6, EC No. 204-112-2). The public consultation period is nine months.

Our Global Cosmetics Regulation Conference held on April 25, was a resounding success, with delegates from across the cosmetics industry in attendance. We had a packed schedule with presentations from our Europe, South Korea, and US teams on cosmetics regulations in China, South Korea, the US, and the EU. The speakers provided an overview of the regulatory frameworks, including recent updates and challenges. The presentations were insightful and gave attendees a better understanding of the different regulations across various regions. The feedback from the attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on how insightful, and beneficial they found both the presentations as well as the opportunity to network with other professionals in the industry, in order to share experiences, and discuss the challenges and opportunities they currently face. We look forward to making this an annual event and bringing together professionals from the cosmetics industry to share insights and best practices.

We’ve translated a selection of some of the latest FAQs on cosmetics registration and filing in China with a focus on cosmetic ingredient quality and safety information submission (NMPA code) to help you understand the current requirements.