China published children cosmetic technical guidance

On 31^st August 2023, the National Institute for Food and Drug Control of China (NIFDC) published the Technical Guidance Principles on Children Cosmetic Products. This guidance was enforced since 31^st August 2023. 

This guidance gives detailed information on the technical requirements of all materials to be prepared for submission. This includes the followings. 

• Product name. Product name should be composed of brand name, generic name, and attribute name.
• Product formula. Children cosmetic products should meet the requirements set in “rules on cosmetic registration / record filling management” and “cosmetic safety technical guidance”.
• Standards. The manufacturing process should comply with enforced standards. This includes sensory index, micro-biology, and Phys-chemical index, quality control measures, usage methods, safety warnings, and storage conditions. 
• Labels. Label should be in Chinese and include information as required by cosmetic regulation. 
• Test reports. 
• Safety evaluation. 
• Children cosmetics which are specially made for Chinese market. For such product, in addition to the above points, an illustration on the products which are specifically designed on the skin types and consuming requirements on Chinese children is required. 

Additionally, this guidance includes an annex of the possible allergenic fragrance components released by international authoritative organizations. For more information regarding China cosmetic compliance, please contact GPC via compliance@gpcregulatory.cn