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ASEAN
Ministry Rules
In Force
P.U.(A) 223/1984
ASEAN-Malaysia Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984(CDCR 1984)
Update Date: Nov 3, 2026
Latest Published
Implemented
Nov 1, 1985
Abolished
Industry:
Cosmetic
Region:
Malaysia
Issuing Authority:
Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH)
Main Content:
This subsidiary regulation made under the Sale of Drugs Act 1952 sets out the regulatory framework for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, covering drug registration, licensing, cosmetic notification, labelling, ingredient control and post-market enforcement. Cosmetics found containing scheduled poisons such as tretinoin and hydroquinone are not treated as cosmetics; regulators may cancel their notification and ban sales.
