ChemLinked Cosmetic Regulatory Podcast

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Welcome to the ChemLinked Cosmetic Regulatory Podcast! 🌍 Join us as we share the latest updates and trends in global cosmetic regulations — from ingredient safety to labeling rules and market access tips. Whether you’re working in regulatory affairs, quality, or just curious about how cosmetics are regulated around the world, we’ve got you covered with insights that keep you informed and compliant.   Explore more cosmetic regulatory news and resources at cosmetic.chemlinked.com.  

  1. 18H AGO

    Episode 41. Australia TGA Issues Statement on Sunscreen Labelling Practices

    In this episode, we cover a recent statement from Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regarding sunscreen labeling practices. The TGA clarifies expectations for how sunscreen products should be labeled and presented to consumers in the Australian market, including accurate SPF claims, broad-spectrum protection statements, and the avoidance of misleading or unapproved performance assertions. We discuss why this statement matters for manufacturers and brand owners and how it supports consumer understanding and regulatory compliance. For full details and continuous regulatory updates, please click Australia TGA Issues Statement on Sunscreen Labelling Practices

    2 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Episode 40. Malaysia Amends Cosmetic Ingredient Use Requirements: 4 Additions and 1 Deletion

    In this episode, we cover Malaysia’s latest amendment to its cosmetic ingredient requirements. The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) has updated the Guidelines for Control of Cosmetic Products, introducing four new ingredient additions and one deletion to the relevant annexes. These changes may involve updated use conditions, concentration limits, and compliance requirements for cosmetic manufacturers and brand owners marketing products in Malaysia. As Malaysia operates within the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive framework, this amendment also reflects ongoing regional regulatory alignment. For full details and expert regulatory insights, please click Malaysia Amends Cosmetic Ingredient Use Requirements: 4 Additions and 1 Deletion

    2 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Episode 39. Japan Proposes to Amend the Standards for Biological Raw Materials

    In this episode, we cover Japan’s proposed partial amendment to the Standards for Biological Raw Materials, which was notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on January 23, 2026. The proposal revises provisions in the biological raw materials standards that apply to a wide range of products — including drugs, quasi-drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, and regenerative medical products — with a focus on updating prohibited cattle-derived parts and country-of-origin descriptions based on risk assessments. We explain what this draft change is, why it matters for cosmetic manufacturers and ingredient suppliers, and why you should watch its progression as it moves toward adoption. For full details and continuous updates, please click Japan Proposes to Amend the Standards for Biological Raw Materials

    3 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Episode 38. New Jersey Enacts Legislation to Prohibit PFAS in Cosmetics

    In this episode, we cover the State of New Jersey’s new legislation — the Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act (Bill S1042) — which was signed into law on January 12, 2026. Under this act, the sale and distribution of cosmetics with intentionally added PFAS will be prohibited in New Jersey beginning January 1, 2028, with exceptions for technically unavoidable trace amounts and cases where PFAS are present solely in electronic or internal components. We explain what this means for cosmetic manufacturers, importers, and brands targeting the New Jersey market, and why the state’s action reflects broader trends in PFAS regulation across the United States. For full details and continuous updates, please click New Jersey Enacts Legislation to Prohibit PFAS in Cosmetics

    2 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Episode 37. U.S. FDA Issues Draft Guidance Clarifying Records Access Authority for Cosmetics under MoCRA

    In this episode, we cover the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s draft guidance clarifying its authority to access records related to cosmetic products under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). Issued on January 22, 2026, this draft guidance explains how the FDA may access and copy records — including adverse event reports, manufacturing and distribution documentation, safety substantiation data, and complaint records — during inspections or when a cosmetic product may pose serious adverse health risks. We discuss the circumstances that may trigger these record access authorities, the retention requirements for key records, confidentiality protections, and what this means for cosmetic companies in the U.S. market. Comments on the draft are being accepted through March 23, 2026. For full details and expert insights, visit  https://cosmetic.chemlinked.com/news/cosmetic-news/us-fda-issues-draft-guidance-clarifying-records-access-authority-for-cosmetics-under-mocra?utm_source=podcast

    3 min

  6. FEB 11

    Episode 36. Overview of Global Cosmetic Regulations Taking Effect in 2026

    In this episode, we provide a comprehensive overview of the major cosmetic regulations taking effect globally in 2026. Covering China, the EU, the UK, the US, ASEAN markets, India, Canada, Brazil, and more, we outline key enforcement dates, ingredient bans, labeling requirements, testing method implementations, halal certification deadlines, PFAS restrictions, and sell-through cutoffs. 2026 marks a pivotal year of regulatory enforcement across global cosmetic markets. Companies must prepare for strengthened compliance obligations and transition deadlines. For detailed analysis and continuous updates, please click at Overview of Global Cosmetic Regulations Taking Effect in 2026

    6 min

  7. FEB 10

    Episode 35. Top 10 Global Cosmetic Regulation Highlights in 2025

    In this episode, we review the Top 10 Global Cosmetic Regulation Highlights in 2025, as compiled by ChemLinked. Key developments include China’s deployment of a two-tier cosmetic ingredient inventory system and dynamic adjustment mechanism, Taiwan’s new fragrance and flavoring labeling rules, South Korea and Japan’s updated ingredient labeling frameworks, and major ingredient regulatory revisions in the EU, Canada, and ASEAN markets. We also cover California’s Proposition 65 updates for titanium dioxide and Indonesia’s launch of Cosmetic Product Notification System 3.0. These highlights reflect broad progress in safety, transparency, and compliance across major cosmetic markets worldwide. For full details and expert insights, click at Top 10 Global Cosmetic Regulation Highlights in 2025

    3 min

  8. FEB 10

    Episode 34. FAQs Vol. 30 | China NIFDC Answers Questions on New Cosmetic Ingredients Notification/Registration

    In this episode, we cover the latest FAQs released by China’s National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) regarding the notification and registration process for new cosmetic ingredients (NCIs) in China. Published on January 21, 2026, the FAQs clarify the difference between NCI registration vs. notification, explain the potential outcomes of the post-notification technical review, detail how to view and respond to review feedback via the Cosmetic Smart Application and Review System, and outline what to include when submitting corrections — even if research timelines extend beyond the initial review deadline. These clarifications provide important guidance for industry stakeholders navigating China’s NCI regulatory framework. For full details and expert analysis, visit  https://cosmetic.chemlinked.com/news/cosmetic-news/faqs-vol-30-china-nifdc-answers-questions-on-new-cosmetic-ingredients-notificationregistration?utm_source=podcast

    3 min
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Welcome to the ChemLinked Cosmetic Regulatory Podcast! 🌍 Join us as we share the latest updates and trends in global cosmetic regulations — from ingredient safety to labeling rules and market access tips. Whether you’re working in regulatory affairs, quality, or just curious about how cosmetics are regulated around the world, we’ve got you covered with insights that keep you informed and compliant.   Explore more cosmetic regulatory news and resources at cosmetic.chemlinked.com.  

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  • Creator
    ChemLinked
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
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    © 2026 ChemLinked Cosmetic Regulatory Podcast