This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of July 2025, covering industry news, newly issued regulations, relevant policy adjustments, and regulatory requirements. It aims to assist enterprises in ensuring compliance and keeping up with global cosmetics regulatory trends.
China
This section is divided into two main modules: Regulatory Updates and Local Developments & Industry News. The first module primarily covers the latest regulatory developments issued by national authorities such as the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) and the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC). The second module compiles and summarizes cosmetics-related updates from local authorities as well as key industry news.
Regulatory Updates
Notice on Soliciting Public Comments on Three Draft Cosmetic Standards Including the "Human Skin Patch Test Method (Draft for Comments)"
On July 3, 2025, the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) issued a notice to further improve cosmetic technical standards. The NIFDC has organized the formulation and revision of three draft cosmetic standards, including the Human Skin Patch Test Method (Draft for Comments), and is now publicly soliciting opinions.
https://www.nifdc.org.cn//nifdc/bshff/hzhpbzh/hzhpbzhtzgg/202507030852151626037.html
China NIFDC Solicits Public Comments on Three Draft Cosmetic Standards Including the "Test Method for Diethylene Glycol in Cosmetics (Draft for Comments)"
On July 30, 2025, the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) issued three draft standards for cosmetics, including the Test Method for Diethylene Glycol in Cosmetics (Draft for Comments), as part of efforts to further improve the technical standards system for cosmetics. These drafts are now open for public consultation. Stakeholders are invited to submit their feedback through the Cosmetic Standards Development and Revision Management System by August 20, 2025. Cosmetic Standards Development and Revision Management System:
https://www.nifdc.org.cn/nifdc/bshff/hzhpbzh/hzhpbzhxt/index.html
https://www.nifdc.org.cn//nifdc/bshff/hzhpbzh/hzhpbzhtzgg/202507300849011661888.html
General Office of the NMPA Issues Public Notice on the 2025 Cosmetic Standards Project Plan
On July 30, 2025, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) released a public notice regarding the project plan for the development and revision of cosmetic standards for the year 2025. Following the public solicitation of project proposals and expert review organized by the Standards Committee, a total of 34 cosmetic standard development and revision projects are proposed to be included in the 2025 project plan. The proposed list is hereby made public.If there are any objections during the public notice period, please submit your feedback to the NMPA.
https://www.nmpa.gov.cn/hzhp/hzhpjgdt/20250730155536135.html
China NIFDC Notice on Soliciting Public Comments on Six Draft Technical Guidelines Including the “Technical Guidelines for the Study of Hair Dye Cosmetics (Trial) (Draft for Comments)”
On July 30, 2025, in order to further standardize and guide the research and evaluation of hair dye, hair perm, and sunscreen cosmetics, the Cosmetics Supervision Department of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) organized the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) to draft six technical guidelines, including the Technical Guidelines for the Study of Hair Dye Cosmetics (Trial) (Draft for Comments), along with the corresponding drafting instructions. These documents are now open for public consultation.
The drafting work is carried out in accordance with the Cosmetics Supervision and Administration Regulation, the Measures for the Administration of Cosmetic Registration and Notification, and other relevant laws and supporting documents.Stakeholders are invited to fill out the Feedback Form and submit their comments via email to hzppjzx@nifdc.org.cn by August 15, 2025.
https://www.nifdc.org.cn//nifdc/bshff/hzhpjssp/hzpsptzgg/202507310840431663213.html
Local Developments & Industry News
Zhejiang | Zhejiang Medical Products Administration Issues the "Measures for Credit Evaluation Management of Cosmetic Registrants, Filers, and Contract Manufacturers in Zhejiang Province"
On July 16, 2025, the Zhejiang Medical Products Administration issued the Measures for Credit Evaluation Management of Cosmetic Registrants, Filers, and Contract Manufacturers in Zhejiang Province. The document consists of seven chapters: General Provisions, Collection of Credit Information, Evaluation Indicators and Grades, Validity Period and Restoration of Evaluation Indicators, Application of Evaluation Results, Handling of Objection Information, and Supplementary Provisions. These Measures will come into effect on September 1, 2025.
https://mpa.zj.gov.cn/art/2025/7/16/art_1229136205_2558723.html
Anhui | Announcement of the Anhui Medical Products Administration on the Launch of the First Batch of Electronic Certificates
On July 25, 2025, the Anhui Medical Products Administration announced that, starting from August 1, electronic certificates will be fully implemented for eight types of licenses, including the Cosmetics Manufacturing License. These electronic certificates will hold the same legal effect as their paper counterparts.
https://mpa.ah.gov.cn/zwgz/gsgg/122991481.html
NMPA | China’s Children’s Cosmetics Industry Enters a Phase of Rapid Development
On July 24, 2025, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) announced that it attaches great importance to the regulation of children’s cosmetics, prioritizing the safety of products intended for children. A series of policies have been introduced to strengthen supervision and governance, effectively ensuring the quality and safety of children’s cosmetics.
As of the end of June 2025, a total of 28,168 ordinary children’s cosmetics had been filed for record, including 27,219 domestic products and 949 imported ones. Additionally, 427 types of special children’s cosmetics had been registered, comprising 406 domestic and 21 imported products.
https://www.nmpa.gov.cn/hzhp/hzhpjgdt/20250724160352107.html
Beijing Daily Chemical Association | Group Standard "Guidelines for the Establishment of Quality and Safety Control System for Cosmetic Packaging" to Be Implemented Starting September 1
On July 24, 2025, the Beijing Daily Chemical Association issued an announcement stating that the group standard T/BDCA 0004-2025, titled Guidelines for the Establishment of Quality and Safety Control System for Cosmetic Packaging, has been finalized and approved, and will be officially implemented on September 1, 2025.
This standard sets forth comprehensive control requirements for the entire lifecycle of cosmetic packaging materials, including procurement, storage and transportation, usage, and risk monitoring. It aims to enhance the overall quality and safety level of cosmetic packaging across the industry, mitigate quality risks arising from packaging defects, and provide practical technical guidance for cosmetic enterprises in both Beijing and across the country.
Global
This section primarily covers global cosmetics-related developments for July, 2025.
Europe
SCCS Issued Scientific Opinion on Tea Tree Oil
On 6 June, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued scientific opinion(SCCS/1681/25) on Tea Tree Oil (CAS/EC No. 68647-73-4 /285-377-1). The deadline for comments is set for 18 August 2025.
The SCCS considers the use of Tea Tree Oil (TTO) as an anti-seborrheic and anti-microbial agent safe up to the maximum concentration of 2.0% in shampoo, 1.0% in shower gel, 1.0% in face wash and 0.1% in face cream.
https://www.cirs-group.com/en/cosmetics/sccs-issued-scientific-opinion-on-tea-tree-oil
SCCS Issued Opinion on Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC)
On 30 June, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued scientific opinion(SCCS/1671/24) on Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC) (CAS No. 5466-77-3/83834-59-7, EC No. 226-775-7/629-661-9).
SCCS is of the opinion that EHMC is safe when used as a UV filter up to a maximum concentration of 10% in sunscreen lotion, face and hand cream, lipstick, sunscreen propellant spray and pump spray, when used separately or in combination.
https://www.cirs-group.com/en/cosmetics/sccs-issued-opinion-on-ethylhexyl-methoxycinnamate-ehmc
SCCS Issued Scientific Advice on the safety of Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB)
On 6 June, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued scientific opinion(SCCS/1678/25) on Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) (CAS/EC No. 302776-68-7/443-860-6).
SCCS calculated a maximum safe level of 0.026% (260 ppm) for this impurity in the UV filter DHHB. Also, SCCS is of the opinion that a trace level of 1 ppm should be the target for the maximal level of DnHexP as an impurity in DHHB.
SCCS Issued Final Scientific Advice on Benzophenone-2 (BP-2) and Benzophenone-5 (BP-5)
On 30 June, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union issued scientific opinion(SCCS/1679/25) on Benzophenone-2 (BP-2)(CAS No. 131-55-5, EC No. 205-028-9) and Benzophenone-5 (BP-5) (CAS No. 6628-37-1, EC No. 613-918-7).
Having considered all the available data, and the concerns relating to potential endocrine disrupting properties, the SCCS cannot conclude on the safety of Benzophenone-2 because genotoxicity potential cannot be excluded. The SCCS is of the opinion that BP-5 is safe when used as a UV filter up to a maximum concentration of 5% in sunscreen, face and hand cream, lipstick, sunscreen propellant spray and pump spray, when used separately or in combination.
Ukraine Proposes Amendments to Cosmetic Technical Regulations
On July 3, 2025, the Ministry of Health of Ukraine issued Draft Resolution No. 12 of 2025, proposing amendments to the Technical Regulations on Cosmetic Products. The public consultation period is set for 30 days.
The main proposed revisions include:
- Expansion of the List of Prohibited Substances: Addition of 89 ingredients to the list of prohibited ingredients in cosmetic products；
- Revision of the List of Restricted Substances: Inclusion of 66 new ingredients in the list of restricted ingredients, along with updates to the list of UV filters permitted in cosmetic formulations.
EU Updates Glossary of Common Ingredient Names, Covering 30,419 Entries
On July 10, 2025, the European Commission published Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2025/1175, updating the Glossary of Common Ingredient Names for cosmetics. The revised glossary covers a total of 30,419 entries. At the same time, the new decision repeals the currently applicable Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/677.
This new decision will enter into force on July 30, 2025, and will be fully applicable from July 30, 2026. Between July 30, 2025, and July 29, 2026, the economic operators may use the common ingredient names set out in the Annex to this Decision for the purpose of compliance with the labeling requirements set out in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
North America
Mexico COFEPRIS Launches Major Agreement to Simplify Sanitary Procedures
On July 11, 2025, Mexico COFEPRIS officially published in the Official Gazette a landmark agreement aimed at modernizing and streamlining sanitary regulatory procedures, marking a new phase in the transformation of Mexico’s health regulatory framework. The key points include elimination of redundant procedures and forms, simplification of procedure types, full digitalization of processes and faster response times and greater transparency.
Asia
South Korea Proposes Amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Cosmetics Act
On June 19, 2025, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued Announcement No. 2025-258, proposing an amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Cosmetics Act and opened it for public consultation. The deadline for submitting comments is July 30, 2025. Key Amendments are related to directly purchased overseas cosmetics (overseas direct purchase cosmetics).
Vietnam Proposes Amendments to the Cosmetic Management Regulations
On July 3, 2025, the Vietnam Ministry of Health issued Circular No. 34/2025/TT-BYT, proposing amendments to the cosmetic management regulations. The public consultation period is open until August 18, 2025.
The key proposed revisions include:
(1) Each cosmetic product may be notified using a single notification form. When submitting the cosmetic product notification dossier online, an electronic version must be provided; when submitting the dossier directly or by mail, a hard copy must be provided;
(2) Cosmetic products sold under the same name and packaging may be included in a single notification form; products with the same name, same product line, and similar formulation but differing in color or fragrance must be notified separately for each color and fragrance;
(3) Ingredients in the product formulation must be listed in descending order of concentration; ingredient names must comply with the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) as specified in the latest edition of the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary; names of plant-derived ingredients must be provided using their scientific names, including genus and species; animal-derived ingredients must specify the exact scientific name of the animal species; the language used in the declaration form must be Vietnamese or English.
South Korea Revises the Enforcement Rules of the Cosmetics Act
On July 10, 2025, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea announced the latest revision to the Enforcement Rules of the Cosmetics Act (Prime Ministerial Decree No. 1970). The amendment introduces systematic adjustments in key areas, including functional cosmetics, customized cosmetics, and cosmetics for infants and young children.
Malaysia Updates Cosmetic Regulatory Guidelines with New Entries for Prohibited and Restricted Substances
On July 10, 2025, the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) of Malaysia issued Announcement No. Bil (18) dlm.NPRA/PPPK/01/04 to revise the Cosmetic Regulatory Guidelines in Malaysia. The updated guidelines take effect from the date of publication.
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