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What certificates and qualifications are required for exporting facial masks? Understand the requirements of different countries!
Category: Cosmetics & Personal CareDate: October 20, 2024 13:23Source: Import and Export Agency of Zhongshen International Trade
Home?Cosmetics & Personal Care? What certificates and qualifications are required for exporting facial masks? Understand the requirements of different countries!
The certificates and qualifications required for exporting facial masks depend on the requirements of the destination country. Although the export of facial masks in China may not require special commodity inspection or inspection and quarantine, some countries have specific regulations and requirements for imports.Cosmetics & Personal CareThe following are several aspects that need attention when exporting facial masks:
I. Preparation Work before Exporting Facial MasksDetermine the HS code:
The HS code for facial masks is generally 3304990090 (other cosmetics or skin care products).Understand the requirements of the destination country: Requirements for imported cosmetics vary from country to country. Ensure to understand the specific regulations of the destination country regarding cosmetics, including whether registration, filing, label requirements, etc. are needed.Business license:
II. General Certificates and Qualifications Required for Export
Export enterprises need to have a valid business license.Production license: The production enterprise of facial masks needs to have a cosmetics production license.Ingredient certificate and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS): Provide the ingredient description and Material Safety Data Sheet of the product to ensure product safety.Certificate of Free Sale (CFS): A certificate to prove that the product is legally sold in the country, required by some countries.Packaging and label requirements: According to the requirements of the exporting country, the packaging and labels of facial masks need to comply with relevant regulations, including information such as ingredients, usage methods, production date, and shelf life.European Union:
III. Specific Requirements of the Destination Country
Cosmetics need to be filed, and a PIF (Product Information File) and CPNP (Cosmetic Products Notification Portal) registration need to be provided.United States: No special registration is required, but it must comply with FDAs cosmetics regulations. Labels need to meet FDA requirements, providing ingredient and safety information.South Korea: Cosmetics need to be filed, and the importer needs to submit product ingredient information and a safety assessment report.Japan: Cosmetics need to be filed in Japan, providing ingredient information and a safety assessment report.Southeast Asian countries: Specific requirements vary by country, usually requiring ingredient certificates, certificates of free sale, and Material Safety Data Sheets.Prepare documents:
IV. Specific Operation Process
Invoice, packing list, contract, etc.Submit an export declaration according to customs requirements. Regional Mandatory CertificationsExport Clearance:Arrange logistics: Choose a suitable logistics method to transport the facial masks to the destination.Destination customs clearance: Ensure that the importer at the destination has the required customs clearance documents and qualifications.Ensure that the importer at the destination has the required customs clearance documents and qualifications.
V. Additional Precautions
1、Product Certification:If the exporting country requires cosmetics certification, such as ISO certification, etc., it needs to be processed in advance. 2、Market Access:Ensure that products meet the market access standards, laws and regulations of the exporting country. 3、Label Translation:The product labels need to be translated into the official language of the destination country.
In summary, the export of facial masks not only needs to follow the export process of general goods, but also needs to prepare relevant certificates and qualifications according to the specific requirements of the destination country. Understanding and preparing these materials in advance can ensure the smooth progress of the export process.