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Launching a cosmetic product in the United States
A US cosmetic launch raises distinct questions for the responsible person, manufacturing facility and product listing.
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Launching a cosmetic product in the European Union
An EU launch calls for a responsible person, safety evidence and a product file. Understand who is responsible and what happens when a product is non-compliant.
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Launching a cosmetic product in South Korea
South Korea's responsible distributor manages the quality and safety of imported cosmetics. Start with the product's claims and the import route.
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Launching a cosmetic product in New Zealand: where to start
Check the group standard, ingredient schedules and reporting requirements before introducing cosmetics in New Zealand.
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Launching a cosmetic product in mainland China: where to start
Imported cosmetics need a China-specific classification and filing plan. Start with the product, claims, responsible person and evidence.
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Launching a cosmetic product in Japan
Imported cosmetics need a Japanese market-release plan, applicable notifications, and a review of the formula and label.
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General guidance on cosmetic market entryLaunching a cosmetic product in the United States
Plan US cosmetic classification, MoCRA responsible-person duties, safety substantiation, facility registration, product listing and labelling.
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General guidance on cosmetic market entryLaunching a cosmetic product in the European Union
Understand the EU responsible person's duties, safety assessment, product information file, notification and labelling obligations.
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General guidance on cosmetic market entryLaunching a cosmetic product in South Korea
Plan classification, responsible-distributor registration, import documentation, labelling and quality control for a South Korean cosmetic launch.
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