Notices, Guidelines, Policies, Reports, Publications and International Cooperation

Notices for Industry

• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for Cosmetic Products
• Ingredient Labelling of Cosmetics with Small, Ornamental, Non-Existent or Odd Packaging
• Tattoo Ink
• Acetonitrile in Nail Salons
• Mandatory Ingredient Labelling of Cosmetics: Compliance with the Cosmetic Regulations

Guidelines, Policies, Reports and Publications

General Sale and Safety of Cosmetics

• Guidelines for Cosmetics Manufacturers, Importers and Retailers
• General Information on the Sale of Cosmetics in Canada
• Guide to Completing the Cosmetic Notification Form
• Heavy Metals in Cosmetics
• The Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist

Labelling and Advertising

• Guidelines for the Labelling of Cosmetics
• Guidelines for Cosmetic Advertising and Labelling Claims
• Guide to Cosmetic Ingredient Labelling
• Labelling Requirements for Cosmetics in Pressurized Containers
• Ingredient Labelling of Cosmetics with Small, Ornamental, Non-Existent or Odd Packaging
• INCI: Information Letter to Stakeholders
• Mandatory Ingredient Labelling for Cosmetics in Canada - Information Pamphlet for Industry
• Mandatory Ingredient Labelling FAQ for Health Professionals
• Mandatory Ingredient Labelling FAQ for Industry
• Mandatory Ingredient Labelling FAQ for Consumers

Product Specific Guidance Documents

• Guidance Document: Classification of Products at the Cosmetic-Drug Interface
• Guidance Document: Cyanoacrylate-Based Adhesives used in the Application of Eyelash Extensions

Compliance

• INCI Compliance and Enforcement Policy
• Determination of Flame Projection - Official Method D0-30
• Recalling Consumer Products - A Guide for Industry, April 2005

International Cooperation

International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR)

The purpose of the multilateral framework of the International Cooperation on Cosmetics Regulation (ICCR) is to maintain the highest level of global consumer protection, while minimizing barriers to international trade.

Related Resources

•  Guidance for Industry: Cosmetics Processors and Transporters of Cosmetics Security Preventive Measures Guidance
  The United States Food and Drug Administration has created a guidance document for the cosmetics industry in order to minimize the risks of possible terrorist actions. Health Canada encourages manufacturers/importers/distributors of cosmetics to read and take heed to the guidelines, safeguarding their cosmetics against possible acts of terrorism.
•  A Guide to the Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act and Regulations
•  Guidelines for Volatile Organic Compounds in Consumer Products

Additional Resources and Links

Government of Canada

For cosmetics companies, the following Web sites may inform you about business-related issues or information requirements for other Government of Canada Departments:

•  Canada Border Services Agency
•  Canada Revenue Agency
•  Industry Canada's Competition Bureau
•  Chemical Substances in Canada
•  Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) Environmental Registry, Environment Canada
• Environmental Impact Initiative
•  Bioregulations - Regulation of Health Biotechnology

Industry Associations

For more information on cosmetic ingredient reviews and other aspects of cosmetics, these Industry Association Web sites may provide useful information:

•  Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association
•  United States Personal Care Product Council
•  Allied Beauty Association
•  Direct Sellers Association of Canada
•  Food & Consumer Products of Canada