The EU market can be highly lucrative for US cosmetics companies. However, it’s vital that the requirements of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 are properly understood and factored into export strategies. In this paper, TSG Consulting’s Dr Helena Eixarch sheds light on some of the complex issues that must be addressed to reduce the risk of non-compliance.

As well as examining the robust safety assessments and extensive documentation requirements stipulated by the EU Cosmetics Regulation, the paper also covers labeling and issues associated with borderline products.