Companies will be fully responsible for the safety and quality of cosmetic products placed in the market. The following is a guide of what you will need to do when you intend to market a cosmetic product in ASEAN:
lBe conversant with the all requirements of the Directive and the Annexes of ingredient listings (i.e banned, restricted and permitted substances). Seek the help of the local regulatory authority and industry association.
lTake steps to ensure full compliance with the Directive’s requirements and technical documents, particularly the requirement on the safety and quality of the cosmetic product.
lFile Notification with the cosmetic regulatory authority in the country where you intend to market the product. Pay the necessary notification fee as required.
lEnsure that the technical and safety information required in Article 8 of the Directive (Product Information File) is ready anytime for inspection by the cosmetic regulatory authority.
Monitor products in the market for product quality or adverse cosmetic event. Report any serious adverse cosmetic event to the regulatory authority.