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Sunscreen reforms in Australia explained
Australia's TGA is developing sunscreen reforms. Here is why SPF test results can vary and what changes are being considered.
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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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Reforms under developmentSunscreen reforms in Australia explained
The TGA is developing changes to SPF testing, ingredient quality and manufacturing guidance. Here is why sunscreen test results can vary and what the reforms could mean.
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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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