Expert guidance on EU compliance for cosmetic products
Do you manufacture or sell cosmetic products? To access the European market, your products must comply with the EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. IVL offers expert advice on regulatory requirements, safety assessments, and sustainable practices – helping you ensure your cosmetic products are safe, legally compliant, and environmentally responsible.
The European market for cosmetic products continues to grow, while at the same time, safety and transparency requirements are becoming increasingly stringent. Additionally, consumers are increasingly demanding products that are sustainable and environmentally friendly, placing higher demands on producers and suppliers.
To ensure product safety, companies that manufacture or sell cosmetics such as soap, shampoo, skin creams, and makeup must follow the EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. This legislation imposes extensive requirements regarding safety assessments, documentation, product notifications to a common EU database, and correct labeling. The regulation applies to both large and small businesses, as well as to hobby production.
IVL’s experts and consultants possess not only in-depth knowledge of the Cosmetic Regulation but also expertise in toxicology, chemistry, and chemical legislation. We can assist in interpreting applicable legal requirements and provide support to ensure compliance. We also offer help with ingredient and product safety assessments, as well as guidance for third-party certifications.
Hire IVL for:
- Advisory services regarding the EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
- Guidance on raw materials and chemicals related to health and environmental toxicity, including support for substitution efforts
- Product notification (CPNP database) and safety reports (CPSR)
- Advice and support for third-party certifications such as ECOCERT, the Nordic Swan Ecolabel, and the EU Ecolabel
- Review of product labeling and marketing claims
- Developing procedures for managing undesirable effects
- Compiling chemical inventories