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Cosmetics
5 pagesWhat is a CPSR?
The Cosmetic Product Safety Report at the heart of the PIF under EU 1223/2009. Parts A and B, signing, evidence.
Read the answerThe Responsible Person
What the RP actually does under EU 1223/2009 and the UK Cosmetics Regulation for brands selling cross-border.
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The six common criteria of EU 655/2013: legal compliance, truthfulness, evidence, honesty, fairness and informed decision-making.
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Facility registration, product listing, the Responsible Person, adverse event reporting and safety substantiation.
Read the answerFEI number explained
The FDA Establishment Identifier required for any facility registered with the FDA, and how it fits MoCRA.
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1 pageManufacturing
2 pagesGMP certification for cosmetics and chemicals
ISO 22716, the regulatory expectation, what auditors look for and how to manage GMP across many SKUs.
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The international Good Manufacturing Practice standard for cosmetics. Scope, structure, certification and evidence.
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