In the context of the growing and popular cosmetics market in Vietnam, cosmetics businesses not only need to announce product quality but also have to carry out procedures for applying for cosmetic advertising licenses (certificates of advertising content) to reach consumers through media such as TV, websites, leaflets, signs.
According to the law, the following products are classified as cosmetics:
- Makeup powder, cleaning powder
- Face masks (except chemically derived peels)
- Lip products, color coatings
- Shower soap, deodorant soap, perfume, sanitizing water
- Skin care, anti-wrinkle, hair removal, and skin whitening products
- Hair care products: dye, perm, straighten, hold in place, shampoo, cream
- Makeup and makeup remover products for the face and eyes
- Nail and pedicure care products
- Exterior hygiene products, care
A cosmetic advertising license, or Certificate of advertising content, is a document issued by the Department of Health of a province or city when an enterprise submits a complete and valid dossier.
- Law on Advertising 2012
- Decree No. 181/2013/ND-CP guiding the Law on Advertising
- Circular 09/2015/TT-BYT regulating the certification of advertising content for special products, goods and services under the management of the Ministry of Health
The cosmetic advertising license is issued by the Department of Health of the provinces and cities where the enterprise registers its operation.
Advertising content must be consistent with the declared use of the product and meet the following requirements:
- Product name
- Origin of goods, manufacturers, importers
- Product effect (if any)
- Warnings when using (if any)
- Instructions for use and storage (if there are special requirements)
Advertising License The dossier includes:
- A written request for certification of cosmetic advertising content
- Copy of Business Registration Certificate
- Receipt of cosmetic declaration
- Documents proving product features and uses (if the advertisement content is different from the announcement)
- Product label sample or label sample approved by the health authority (if required) - Trademark registration certificate (if the trademark is used in advertising)
- If advertising on television: advertising scripts, video discs, audio
- If advertising on other media: mockup of the intended content of the print ad
- If advertising through seminars or events: confirmation of advertising contents, event programs, materials distributed to attendees, professional list of reporters
- Cost: 1,600,000 VND
- Duration: 10 – 15 working days
- License validity: According to the validity of the Certificate of Announcement
- Spend time and effort researching regulations
- Difficulties in preparing and evaluating applications
- It is difficult to handle requests for amendments and supplements from the Department of Health
- Lengthy procedures affecting business activities
Realizing these difficulties, A Dong provides consulting services on procedures for applying for cosmetic advertising licenses quickly, at competitive costs, with a team of experienced experts, which has successfully supported many customers. A Dong ensures detailed advice, preparation of documents and the fastest processing to protect the business interests of customers.
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
.png&description=In the context of the growing and popular cosmetics market in Vietnam, cosmetics businesses not only need to announce product quality but also have to carry out procedures for applying for cosmetic advertising licenses (certificates of advertising content) to reach consumers through media such as TV, websites, leaflets, signs. &){kind=link}