The ICCR (International Cooperation on Cosmetic Regulation) agreed to implement ISO 22716 in their respective regions.
Effective 11 July 2013, a new regulation will be imposed which will ensure that cosmetic products be manufactured according to GMP (Good manufacturing Practices).
This means that there will be a global cosmetic network whereby cosmetic companies (includes importers/exporters etc) will be required to demonstrate compliance to this new regulation. Cosmetic manufacturers should prepare for this new requirement in order to avoid any loss of market approval.
Companies can demonstrate compliance with this regulation by implementing
ISO 22716 Cosmetics – Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This standard introduces a management system approach with a review of the following:
- · Personnel
- · Premises
- · Equipment
- · Raw and Packaging Materials
- · Production
- · Finished Product
- · Quality Control and treatment of product that is out of specification
- · Subcontracting/Vendors
- · Deviations
- · Complaints and recalls
- · Change Control
- · Documentation
- · Internal Audits
The objective is to define the activities which lead to the final product corresponding to the expected specifications, and therefore product safety.
For more information about the Cosmetics Regulation, please contact Compliance Management Solutions or your nearest SGS agency.