ISO22716
What
ISO22716 (Cosmetics-Good Manufacturing Practices) is a quality management system standard for the cosmetics industry formulated and released by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in November 2007. This standard provides cosmetics manufacturers with production and control. The operating guidelines for storage and other aspects have been widely accepted by Taiwan, the United States, the European Union, Japan, and ASEAN countries as the typical guidelines for cosmetics. ISO22716 Cosmetics International Standard regulates the management requirements of cosmetics manufacturers; hardware requirements (factory buildings, production sites, equipment, etc.), procurement and use of materials, hygiene and quality control of product manufacturing processes, personnel hygiene management, product inspection, quality abnormalities, etc. Disposal and product complaints and recalls.
Why
1) Ensure product safety
2) Improve the company’s product quality management level
3) Reduce the risk of injury or death caused by the product to consumers, and ensure the safety and health of consumers
4) Eliminate dangerous accidents
5) Reduce the risk of public product recycling
6) Effective cost control and international recognition
7) Enhance product competitiveness
How
After meeting its application requirements, you can apply through SGS’s consulting agency or a third party in your city. Here are the steps to apply ISO22716: Sign the contract–submit the application documents–review–arrange the review–on-site review–rectify the non-compliance–issue the certificate. Regarding the certification fee, different certification agencies have different fees, please consult the local certification agency for details. The certification period is about 1 month, and ITS usually takes 2 months. The validity period of the certificate is 3 years, and an annual review (surveillance review) is carried out every year after the certificate is obtain.
FDA
What
Food and Drug Administration (FDA for short), affiliated with the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare, is responsible for the management of national drugs, food, biological products, cosmetics, veterinary drugs, medical devices, and technologies. Those are approved by the FDA can be commercialized for clinical application.
Why
1. Obtaining FDA certification means that your product meets FDA requirements and can be legally sold and used in the US market.
2. During the FDA certification process, the FDA strictly evaluates and supervises the safety of the product. Obtaining FDA certification means that your product has passed the FDA’s safety review, has certain safety guarantees, and can be used with confidence.
3. Obtaining FDA certification can increase the competitiveness of your products in the market.
4. FDA certification enjoys a certain reputation and recognition worldwide.
5. FDA’s certification requirements for products involve quality management system, product performance and effect, manufacturing process, labeling, and other aspects.
How
FDA certification is a relatively complex and time-consuming process that can take months or even years to complete. You can log on to the official website (https://www.fda.gov/) to get more information, or you can confirm it with consulting agencies. As for the cost and certification cycle, different products and different application methods are also different. The cosmetics FDA is divided into business registration and product registration. The business registration period is about 2-4 weeks. It will have a registration number after the registration is done. As long as the policy remains unchanged and it will be effective for a long time. The product registration process takes about 1 month, and the registration number lasts forever.
GMP
What
GMP is the abbreviation of GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICE, GMP is a system consisting of processes, procedures and documents to ensure that food products such as food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals are consistently produced and controlled according to set quality standards. Implementing GMP can help reduce loss and waste, and avoid recalls, seizures, and fines. The main guiding ideology of GMP indicates that any product quality is formed by design and production, not by inspection.
Why
Why do we need to implement GMP?
1. To minimize the risks of contamination, cross-contamination, confusion, and errors in the drug production process.
2. To ensure the continuous and stable production of drugs that meet the intended use and registration requirements.
How
The registration application of the GMP quality system is usually the responsibility of the drug regulatory agency or certification agency in the country or region, or a third-party certification agency, to ensure that the selected certification agency is legal, reputable, and can be recognized by the GMP official.
ECOCERT
What
The ECOCERT certification is one of the best-known labels for organic products worldwide— everything from textiles to agriculture to food, to organic and natural cosmetics, was established in 1991. At the beginning of its establishment, ECOCERT was mainly committed to organic agriculture, but now ECOCERT has gradually expanded its business to many other fields, including food and agricultural products, textiles, forest products, cosmetics, detergents, and other household cleaning products. It can be simply understood that ECOCERT is a certification body. At the same time, the organization also publishes standards named after its group. After passing the ECOCERT certification and obtaining the corresponding certification certificate, the red oval logo of ECOCERT can be used conditionally.
Why
The various strict organic certification standards of ECOCERT organic certification are to ensure that people can maintain ecological balance and sustainable development of nature while obtaining clean, safe, and reliable organic products. For the development of the times and to meet the needs of consumers, more and more manufacturers are trying to make their products organic. ECOCERT organic certification protects the natural environment to the greatest extent on the premise of ensuring product quality and protecting the health of consumers, which is really admirable.
How
How to get Ecocert certification? There are five main steps to becoming certified:
1. A company makes a request to become certified.
2. A contract is made.
3. An initial on-site audit of the business is done.
4. Officers then review the report created to determine if the body should be accredited.
5. If the company passes, they receive their certificate.
For specific procedures and fees, you can consult the local third-party certification body, or visit the official website for more information https://www.ecocert.com
COSMOS
What
The COSMOS standard is an executive standard with high universality so far in the world, and it is also the most popular standard in cosmetics and is widely used in Europe.
COSMOS standards apply to cosmetic products and raw materials used in cosmetic production, COSMOS ORGANIC, COSMOS NATURAL, COSMOS CERTIFIED. This standard applies to manufacturers, operators, and brand owners of organic or natural cosmetic products and ingredients.
Why
The COSMOS-standard can stimulate the development of more natural and organic cosmetics, setting innovative, challenging, and progressive standards for organic and natural cosmetics that consumers can trust that are clear for the industry and good for the environment. The ultimate goal is to protect the environment and people’s welfare in the field of cosmetics.
How
The COSMOS certification program has 8 steps:
1. Submit a quote request
2. received quotation
3. Sign the quotation and pay
4. Submit relevant materials
5. Certification bodies verify the individual elements of your product to be certified (ingredients, formula, packaging, etc.)
6. The certification body arranges an on-site audit (if due to force majeure such as the epidemic, the audit can be conducted via online video)
7. The certification body receives and processes the on-site audit report
8. Certificate issued by a certification body
You can consult a local third-party certification body, or check the official website for more information
(https://www.cosmos-standard.org/en/)
USDA
What
USDA refers to the organic certification of the United States Department of Agriculture. It is the highest level of organic certification in the United States. It is strictly controlled from raw materials to production to ensure that its products do not contain any ingredients that are harmful to the human body and are 100% beneficial.
Why
USDA certification is designed to provide consumers with reliable information and confidence to better understand whether the food and other agricultural products they purchase are organic. Obtaining USDA organic certification can prove that manufacturers have taken measures to ensure the quality and safety of products, and help consumers make healthier and environmentally friendly choices.
How
Organic products can apply for certification as long as they meet all USDA organic standards. There are five basic steps to apply it,
1. Select a USDA-accredited certifier and submit the application and fee to the certifying agency.
2. The certifying agency reviews the application to verify that the applicant’s process complies with USDA organic regulations.
3. The inspector will conduct an on-site inspection of the applicant’s operation.
4. The certifying agency reviews the application and the inspector’s report to determine whether the applicant complies with USDA’s organic regulations.
5. The certification body issues an organic certificate.
Leaping Bunny
What
Leaping Bunny, an organization engaged in CrueltyFree (CrueltyFree) product certification, is an international certification body established by the Coalition for Consumer Information in Cosmetics (CCIC). The range of products certified by the agency includes cosmetics and daily necessities. Products with this mark guarantee that no animal experiments have been carried out in any process of product development and production, neither the product itself nor the product ingredients have been tested on animals. This mark has a fixed expiration date for a product and is found on product packaging, advertisements, and retail outlets.
Why
This certification is the best assurance that a company does not, and their suppliers do not, test on animals. Products that have been made without causing pain of suffering to animals are more and more popular now.
How
The Leaping Bunny program is regarded as a global gold standard for cruelty-free cosmetics, personal care, and household products. It is the only internationally recognizable program that:
1. Checks for brands conducting, commissioning, or being party-to-animal testing;
2. Requires a supplier monitoring system to be implemented by the brand;
3. Requires supply chain checking for animal testing right down to ingredient manufacturer level;
4. Requires adherence to a fixed cut-off date policy;
5. Acceptance of ongoing independent audits to ensure compliance.
