GUIDANCE ON COSMETIC ANNOUNCEMENT PROCEDURES

20/09/2024
COSMETIC NOTIFICATION

A Dong is proud to be a prestigious, professional and effective consulting service for announcing imported cosmetics. We are committed to speedy procedures and provide free advice on the steps to be taken after publication, along with legal warnings to limit risks for our clients.

GUIDANCE ON COSMETIC ANNOUNCEMENT PROCEDURES


1. What is cosmetic declaration?

Cosmetic declaration is a mandatory procedure for organizations or individuals who want to bring cosmetic products to the Vietnamese market. This procedure shows the commitment to the quality, safety and effectiveness of the product to the state management agency.


2. Products that need to be declared cosmetics

The following products are cosmetics and need to carry out the declaration procedures:


- Makeup powder, post-shower powder, cleaning powder

- Face masks (except for chemical peeling products) - Products for the environment - Color coatings (liquid, paste, powder)

- Shower soap, deodorant soap - Perfumes and perfumes for hygiene - Bath or shampoo products (salts, soaps, oils, gels)

- Anti-wrinkle products, hair removal

- Creams, emulsions, milk, gels, or oils used on the skin

- Deodorants and anti-odors

- Skin whitening products

- Hair care products (coloring, hair bleaching, curling, straightening, styling products, cleaning, nourishment)

- Shaving products (cream, soap, milk)

- Face and eye makeup and makeup remover products

- Nail and pedicure care products - External hygiene products, dental and oral care

- Sun protection and tanning products that do not require tanning


3. Regulations on cosmetic announcement

3.1 Legal basis:

- Law on Pharmacy No. 105/2016/QH13

- Decree No. 155/2018/ND-CP on management of cosmetics

- Circular No. 06/2011/TT-BYT on management of cosmetics

- Guiding documents of the Ministry of Health


3.2 Subjects of application:

- Organizations and individuals producing and trading cosmetics in the country

- Organizations and individuals importing cosmetics into Vietnam


3.3 Conditions for applying for a cosmetic declaration certificate:

- Organizations or individuals must have a business registration certificate with cosmetic business lines.

- Must register to use electronic digital signatures to submit dossiers for publication via the https://vnsw.gov.vn/ web portal - Provide sufficient documents as prescribed.


4. Dossier of registration for cosmetic announcement

4.1 For procedures for announcing imported cosmetics:

- Cosmetic declaration form with disclosure data

- A scanned copy of the Business Registration Certificate

- A scanned copy of the Power of Attorney from the manufacturer or owner

- A scanned copy of the Certificate of Free Sale


4.2. For procedures for announcing domestically produced cosmetics:

- Cosmetic declaration form with disclosure data

- Certified copy of Business Registration Certificate - Original or certified copy of the Power of Attorney (LOA)

- Certified copy of Certificate of eligibility for cosmetic production


5. Difficulties when self-declaring cosmetics

- Complex dossier: The cosmetic declaration dossier includes many papers that need to be prepared in accordance with regulations. Omissions or errors may result in the return of the application.

- Cumbersome process: The publication process includes many steps from preparing documents to waiting for resolution, which can be time-consuming and laborious.

- Lack of understanding of legal regulations: Regulations on cosmetic disclosure change frequently. Lack of understanding can lead to improper filing.


Solution:

- Use cosmetic announcement services of reputable units

- Participate in a training course on cosmetic announcement

- Regular legal updates


6. A Dong's cosmetic announcement service

6.1 Competencies of Asia:

- Highly professional team: We have many years of experience in cosmetic publishing, knowledgeable about legal regulations.

- Professional workflow: Ensure efficiency and save time for customers.

- Diversified services: Providing services for imported and domestically produced cosmetics.


6.2 Benefits of using A Dong's services:

- Saves time and effort

- Ensure valid documents as prescribed - Avoid errors and risks

- Receive professional advice and support


6.3 Support Jobs:

- Drafting and completing the disclosure dossier

- Register an online application account

- Provide the required forms and paperwork

- Submit documents and track results

- Consulting and completing post-inspection documents


7. Documents that customers need to provide

- Business registration certificate (Scanned copy)

- Power of attorney from the manufacturer or owner (Power of Attorney)

- Ingredient formula of the product

- CFS (Certificate of Free Sale) for imported cosmetics

- License to be eligible to manufacture cosmetics for domestic products


8. FAQs

- How much is the cosmetic announcement fee?: 500,000 VND/dossier.

-> The consulting service fee is agreed upon by the parties.


- How do I know if the product ingredients are in accordance with Vietnamese standards?:

-> A Dong controls ingredient information and warns if it exceeds the permissible level.


- Are the requirements for declaration of imported cosmetics different?:

-> The documents are similar but the content may differ from country to country.


- Is it possible to make a joint declaration for products with the same ingredients but different colors?:

-> Yes, if the product is of the same line and has a similar formula, but hair dye and perfume products need to be declared separately.


Please contact us:

A DONG IP – TRANSLATION – CONSULTANCY COMPANY

Room F2&F3, No. 2 Phung Khac Khoan Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam

Tel: 84-28 3926 0120 – 39260125

Email: consultant@a-dong.com.vn; info@a-dong.com.vn

Website: a-dong.com.vn

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