Note: The Partial Amendment on Cosmetics Safety Standards are Came to effect on April 18, 2020

Since the articles on Cosmetic Safety Standards were partially amended on October 17, 2019, Korea Pharmaceutical Traders Association(KTPA) notify the new amendment for the use of raw materials that cannot be used in cosmetics and restrictions on their use (such as methyl isothiazolinone ) have been applied and enforced as of April 18, 2020.

You should check the relevant regulations and report the standard customs clearance information (including raw material list report) in time.

Attachment (Korean Copy)

Access Korea Cosmetics Regulatory Database for more information.

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