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Implementing Regulation of Cosmetic Products Law

2016-03-08
Implementing Regulation of Cosmetic Products Law
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Guidance and Requirements of Cosmetic product Notification

2020-08-20
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Violations Schedule of Cosmetic Products Law and Its Implementing Regulation and Penalties

2017-08-09
Violations Schedule of Cosmetic Products Law and Its Implementing Regulation and Penalties
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Question

I would like to importer products but I am not entirely certain whether it is considered cosmetic product or medicine?


Answer

It can be ensured that the product to be imported are cosmetic products by implementing the definition of cosmetic products of SASO 1953 (Cosmetic Products – The Cosmetic Product (Safety) Regulations), and it is possible to apply to SFDA to classify whether it requires registration as medicine or not.


Question

I wish to ensure compliance of the product’s label to what is approved by SFDA?


Answer

Compliance of the product label can be ensured by implementing the requirements of SASO 1953 (Cosmetic Products – The Cosmetic Product (Safety) Regulations), this and other cosmetic products related standards can be obtained from SASO website at the moment, and in the future from the SFDA website.


Question

Is it possible to import products accompanied by certificate for standards other than standards issued by SASO?


Answer

It is not permitted to import cosmetic products unless the certificate of conformity states that the product complies with SASO standards.


Question

What are the conditions related to certificates of conformity?


Answer

The certificate of conformity shall be issued by an accredited certification company at the country of origin and shall be attested, and the certificate shall state that the product complies with Saudi standards issued by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO).


Question

Is there a list of the companies approved to issue certificates of conformity?


Answer

Currently there is no list; and soon SFDA will make agreements with some companies for issuing certificates of conformity for imported cosmetic products, and will be announced duly after approval.


Question

Is it mandatory to register cosmetic products at SFDA before import?


Answer

At the moment it is not mandatory to register cosmetic products before import, and SFDA is currently building up an electronic system for registration and eventually it will a condition for import, and will be announced once completed on our website.


Warning Date
    2007-08-23

Warning: Toothpastes Made in China Contain Harmful Substance Affects Human Health

2007-08-23

According to SFDA concern about citizens' health and safety, the Authority collected 40 samples of imported and local made toothpastes from the local market. After analyzing these samples, results showed that there are seven kinds made in China contain different high rates of (Di-ethylene Glycol) substance that affect human health badly more than what is allowed by the FDA which is 0.1%. It worth mentioning that this substance is used as a solvent, anti-freezing substance as well as in radiators.

  • To report sector-related issues

  • Call Centre 19999


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