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  On March 30, 2026, China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) issued two draft mandatory national standards for public consultation, covering cosmetic labelling (Instructions for Use of Consumer Products – Part 3: General Labelling for Cosmetics) and toothpaste safety (General Technical Requirements for the Safety of Toothpaste, see our separate update for details). The consultation period runs from March 30 to May 29, 2026.   The General Labelling for Cosmetics seeks to unify regulatory requirements and introduce innovations such as electronic labelling, improving consumer information access, safety protection, and regulatory efficiency in the cosmetics sector. Once finalized, it will replace GB 5296.3—2008.  

  From March 16 to March 23, 2026, 4 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).   Ceramide OP Royal jelly, often referred to as a "longevity factor," is rich in 10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid (10-HDA), a key active known for its strong antioxidant and anti-aging potential. However, single-ingredient approaches face limitations in addressing photoaging and repair.   An upgraded derivative, Ceramide OP, demonstrates enhanced performance compared with 10-HDA. It shows superior efficacy in promoting skin tissue repair, improving elasticity and resilience, and combating skin aging.     Tetrastigma Hemsleyanum Leaf Extract Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is a vine species commonly found

From March 18 to 20, 2026, PCHi 2026 took place in Hangzhou, bringing together a wide range of industry players across the cosmetic, personal care, and home care sectors. This year's edition featured over 860 exhibitors from 26 countries and regions, with exhibition space exceeding 70,000 square meters, and attracted professional visitors from more than 70 countries worldwide.   As one of the leading global events for cosmetic ingredients and related industries, PCHi continues to serve as an important platform for industry exchange and international collaboration.       During the exhibition, Chris Wang, Senior Regulatory Analyst & Head of

      On March 18, 2026, the National Technical Committee for Standardization of Flavors, Fragrances and Cosmetics issued a notice inviting public comments on the second batch of proposed cosmetic standards for 2026. A total of seven draft national and industry standards are included in this consultation.   Details are as follows: No. Standard Title Type Comment Deadline 1 Determination of human epidermal growth factor in cosmetics by LC-MS/MS (draft) National Standard (Formulation) May 5, 2026 2 Determination p-toluidine in Colorants Solvent Violet 13, Acid Violet 43 and Solvent Green 3 of Cosmetics Gas chromatography (draft) National Standard (Formulation) May 5,

    On March 19, 2026, China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) released a public consultation draft of the mandatory national standard titled General Requirements for Cosmetic Safety. The consultation period is open until May 18, 2026.   This draft replaces GB 7916-1987 Hygienic Standard for Cosmetics, marking its first revision since 1987.   Originally introduced to regulate cosmetic production and safeguard consumer health in China, GB 7916-1987 no longer fully meets current regulatory and industry needs, particularly following the implementation of the Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR). Gaps remain in terminology, technical specifications, and management provisions.   The revision aims

On March 18, 2026, the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) issued Announcement No. 27 of 2026, unveiling the implementation details for the updated Administrative Provisions on Registration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Food. These measures, set to take effect on June 1, 2026, aim to modernize and simplify the registration process for the more than 96,000 overseas enterprises currently exporting food to China.   The new framework introduces several significant changes designed to reduce administrative burdens and enhance trade efficiency:   1. Refined Category List for Official Recommendation The list of food categories requiring registration under "Official Recommendation" has

On March 17, 2026, ZMUni hosted its "Global Cosmetic Compliance Development & Practice 2026" seminar in Hangzhou, right in the heart of PCHi 2026 week. Over 100 industry professionals joined us to explore the latest regulatory trends, compliance strategies, and practical insights for navigating both China's dynamic market and the broader global cosmetics landscape.       The seminar opened with remarks from a former official of the Zhejiang Medical Products Administration, highlighting the importance of compliance in driving high-quality industry development and aligning with global regulatory standards.   Building on this, our speakers shared hands-on insights across both China and

From March 3 to March 18, 2026, 8 new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) have completed notifications with China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).   The technical requirements for the 8 NCIs mentioned above have not been disclosed, and they have not yet entered the safety monitoring period.    Lard Lard is an animal-derived oil ingredient with a long history of consumption in China. It is typically obtained from the fatty tissues of healthy pigs—such as leaf fat or back fat—through physical processes including washing, cutting, rendering, refining, and filtration, resulting in a purified oil.   Its main components include saturated fatty acids, oleic acid, and linoleic acid. In