# Japan Regulatory Updates

> Cosmetics regulation in Japan, with official MHLW and PMDA sources on ingredient standards, cosmetics and quasi-drug notices, and safety alerts.

Canonical URL: https://cosmeticaffairs.com/regulatory/jurisdictions/japan/

## Official source directory — Japan

- [MHLW Standards for Cosmetics](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/content/001257665.pdf): The ministry's reference translation of cosmetic ingredient standards, including preservatives and UV absorbers. Consult Japanese legal texts and later notices for amendments.

- [PMDA cosmetics & quasi-drug notices](https://www.pmda.go.jp/review-services/drug-reviews/about-reviews/q-drugs/0002.html): Related notices on cosmetics and quasi-drugs, including safety evaluation and alternatives to animal testing. Each notice has its own date and scope.

- [MHLW FD application resources](https://web.fd-shinsei.mhlw.go.jp/): Ministry resources for preparing application and notification files, including cosmetics, with software, notices, and submission guidance.

- [PMDA cosmetics & quasi-drug safety alerts](https://www.pmda.go.jp/safety/info-services/qdrugs-cosmetics/0004.html): Official safety alerts and precautionary information for cosmetics and quasi-drugs, with links to the original notices.