This article compiles and summarizes the latest developments in cosmetics regulations in China and globally as of April 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
Announcement of the National Medical Products Administration on Issuing the Measures for the Administration of Cosmetics Safety Risk Monitoring and Assessment (No. 37 of 2025)
On April 9, 2025, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) issued the Measures for the Administration of Cosmetics Safety Risk Monitoring and Assessment in order to strengthen the supervision and administration of cosmetics, and to standardize the work related to cosmetics safety risk monitoring and assessment. These Measures were formulated in accordance with the Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Cosmetics and other relevant laws and regulations. The Measures are hereby promulgated and shall come into force as of August 1, 2025.
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Notice of the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control on the Publication of the Usage Information of Selected Ingredients Included in the International Authoritative Cosmetic Safety Assessment Data Index
On April 10, 2025, the National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) issued this notice to implement the requirements set forth in the Announcement of the National Medical Products Administration on Issuing S