Argentina implements simplified labelling and registration requirements for cosmetics and personal care products

On September 29, 2022, Argentina enacted Provision 7809/2022 which puts in force the MERCOSUR Technical Regulation on labelling for personal hygiene products, cosmetics and perfumes. This is a step towards the uniformization of technical requirements for cosmetics and personal care products in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. This regulation establishes the essential information that must be included on the labels of personal hygiene products, cosmetics, and perfumes regarding their use, as well as any necessary indication regarding the products. 

Cosmetic and personal care products must comply with this requirement within 36 months from the mentioned date.  This means that importers, manufacturers and others will have to finalize their product registration until September 29, 2025. This regulation states general labelling requirements for personal hygiene products, cosmetics and perfumes which entails minimum mandatory data depending on the type of container used. It also indicates specific requirements for: 

• Aerosols 

• Neutralizers, waving and straightening products 

• Hair lightening agents and hair dyes 

• Bleaching agents for hair/body hair 

• Dye for hair/body hair 

• Depilatories and epilatories 

• Toothpaste and mouthwashes with fluoride 

• Antiperspirant products 

• Tonics/hair lotions 

• Activators/cccelerators of tanning 

• Self-Tanners/tan Simulators 

• Oral care products suitable for sensitive teeth 

• Products for intimate hygiene 

• Hypoallergenic products 

MERCOSUR, also known as the Southern Common Market, is an international integration body where Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay are full members. Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Surinam are associated countries. Bolivia is currently undergoing an adherence process to join MERCOSUR.