Cosmetics

The Product Information File (PIF) is a mandatory document for the marketing of cosmetic products. Regulation (EC) Nº 1223/2009 tells us that we must have a PIF for each cosmetic product marketed, and also maintain it for up to ten years after the last batch of said product has been placed on the market. This […]

The Product Information File (PIF) is a mandatory document for the marketing of cosmetic products. Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 states that we must have an PIF for each cosmetic product marketed, and additionally maintain it for up to ten years after the last batch of said product has been placed on the market. This file […]

Labeling is one of the key points of our cosmetic product, and it must contain minimum information such as the batch or quantity. Article 19 of Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 indicates the minimum information that must appear on the labelling. There is information not required on the labelling, such as the address of the distributor […]

Manufacturers of cosmetic products are required to submit a Statement of Compliance to the Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS). The manufacturer is required to list all the activities for which it is responsible in this document, including its own activities and subcontracted work. This statement demonstrates that the manufacturer produces products in […]

According to the Regulation, the main terms to be considered are as follows: Cosmetic product: any substance or mixture intended to be placed in contact with the superficial parts of the human body (i.e., epidermis, hair and capillary system, nails, lips, and external genitalia) or with the teeth and oral mucous membranes for the sole […]