Quality, safety and assurance of cosmetics and personal care products

Partnering with DNV GL can help you avoid costly regulatory non-compliance issues and product recalls. With over 100 offices worldwide, DNV GL has the global footprint to support your firm’s domestic and international ambitions.

VALUE ADDED SERVICES

DNV GL offers more than just Auditing, Testing, Supply Chain Compliance and Regulatory Oversight. Our extensive industry knowledge, technical expertise and global network provide specialized services at every stage of the supply chain. Including, Data Analytics for proactive risk mitigation and Block chain for product identity and traceability.

COSMETICS STANDARDS

USA & CANADA

• The Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act, CFR 21 Food and Drugs
• Safe Cosmetics Act
• California Proposition 65
• CARB
• Canadian Food & Drug Act (Cosmetic Regulations)
• Natural Health Products regulation

EUROPE

• Packaging Directive
• Labeling of Allergens
• National Requirements
• Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC
• Regulation (EC) 1223/2009
• Directive 2008/47/EC for aerosols
• General Product Safety Directive 2001/95/EC

INTERNATIONAL

• Global Harmonized Systems (GHS)
• ISO 22716 – Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

PRODUCTS COVERED - PERSONAL CARE & TOILETRIES

• Nail Care
• Depilatories
• Body Scrubs
• Shaving Products
• Creams & Styling Gels
• Bar Soap & Shower Gel
• Creams, Lotions & Masks
• Shampoos & Conditioners
• Dyes & Bleaching Products
• Sunscreen & After-Sun Care
• Deodorants & Antiperspirants

COLOR COSMETICS

• Lipstick
• Liners and Mascara
• Face Powder and Eye Shadow

FRAGRANCE

• Body Sprays
• Perfumes and Cologne

ORAL CARE

• Toothpaste
• Mouthwash
• Dental Floss
• Toothbrushes

AUDITS & COMPLIANCE

• ISO 22716 (Cosmetic GMP)
• Capability Assessments
• Risk Assessments
• Supply Chain Compliance
• Customer specific cGMP Audits
• Social Responsibility Audits
• Environmental/Sustainability Audits