Practical guides for brands navigating cosmetics regulations and export requirements across key markets — including the EU (CPNP), United States (MoCRA/FDA), India (CDSCO), and the Middle East. Written from the perspective of a Korean OEM/ODM agency with direct experience preparing documentation and coordinating compliance across these markets.
EU Fragrance Allergen Labeling: What Cosmetic Brands Must Know Before August 2026 If your cosmetic brand sells or plans to launch fragranced products in the European Union, it’s important to determine whether your existing products or new launches are affected by the EU’s updated fragrance allergen labeling requirements. Starting on that date, the EU will …
The Middle Eastern beauty market is rapidly growing, and exports of Korean cosmetics are also thriving.To successfully enter this market, it is essential to understand the regulatory agencies, standards, and certification processes of each country. This article summarizes the key cosmetics regulations and certification processes of the middle eastern cosmetics export for the UAE and …
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Today, let me introduce you to MoCRA, the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act, which is essential for exporting cosmetics to the United States. The United States remains a key export market for K-beauty. As of 2023, the U.S. accounted for 18.7% of total cosmetics exports, ranking second, with a significant growth rate of 57.2% compared …
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CPNP Registration for Korean Cosmetics: Documents, Process & What to Expect Selling Korean cosmetics in the European market involves more than manufacturing a great product. Before a single unit can be legally sold in the European Union, brands must complete two essential regulatory steps: Prepare a Product Information File (PIF) Submit a Cosmetic Products Notification …
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How does the CDSCO process work? In accordance with India’s local law, specifically the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, as per Gazette Notification G.S.R 763(E), cosmetics and medicines must undergo registration and certification by a government-designated body. The relevant laws can be easily found by searching for CDSCO on Google. The registration process with …
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