Poland regulates cosmetic products under the framework of the European Union (EU) legislation, specifically adhering to Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. This regulation ensures the safety and compliance of cosmetics placed on the market within the EU, including Poland.
Key Aspects of Cosmetic Regulatory Requirements in Poland
Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS)
In Poland, the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing compliance with cosmetic regulations is the Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS). The GIS operates under the Ministry of Health and is tasked with ensuring that cosmetic products placed on the Polish market meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Language Requirements
The primary language used on cosmetic product labels in Poland is Polish. All mandatory information, including product name, ingredients list, warnings, and instructions for use, must be provided in Polish.
Enforcement and Compliance
The Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) in Poland is responsible for enforcing compliance with cosmetic regulations. This includes conducting inspections, assessing product safety reports, and taking action against non-compliant products.
Product Safety Assessment
Cosmetic products must undergo a safety assessment conducted by a qualified person before they can be placed on the market. This assessment ensures that the product is safe for human health when used under normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use.
Market Surveillance
NoMA conducts market surveillance activities to monitor compliance with cosmetic regulations in Norway. This includes inspections, sampling, and testing of cosmetic products to verify safety and adherence to cosmetic regulatory requirements.
Key Provisions of Cosmetic Regulatory
The Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, which came into effect on July 11, 2013, replaced the Cosmetics Directive 76/768/EEC. The main objectives of this regulation are to ensure the safety of cosmetic products and to streamline the requirements across the EU member states.
Key Elements of this Regulation
1.Safety Assessment
Before a cosmetic product can be placed on the market, it must undergo a safety assessment conducted by a qualified safety assessor. The safety report is part of the Product Information File (PIF).
2. Product Information File (PIF)
Every cosmetic product must iblbet a PIF, which includes detailed information about the product, such as the safety assessment, product description, manufacturing method, proof of the effects claimed, and data on any animal testing performed.
3. Notification
Cosmetic products must be notified to the EU Cosmetic Products Notification Portal (CPNP) before being marketed. This centralized database is accessible to competent authorities for market surveillance and emergency purposes.
4. Labelling
The cosmetic product label must include the name and address of the responsible person, the country of origin for imported products, the nominal content, the date of minimum durability, precautions for use, the batch number, the product’s function, and a list of ingredients.
5. Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Compliance with GMP, as outlined in ISO 22716, is mandatory to ensure the quality and safety of cosmetic products
6. Nanomaterials
Special provisions apply to nanomaterials used in cosmetics, including specific labelling requirements and notification to the European Commission.
Conclusion
Compliance with cosmetic regulations in Poland, primarily governed by Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, ensures the safety and quality of cosmetic products available to consumers. The Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) plays a crucial role in enforcing these regulations and ensuring that cosmetic products on the Polish market meet all necessary requirements.
