Background
On 4th March 2021, the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) officially released the Provisions for Management of Cosmetic Registration and Notification Dossiers (Provisions), which take effect from 1st May 2021.
These Provisions finally conditionally waive the requirement for animal testing of non-special cosmetics imported into China, which has been in place since 1989.
Result
The European Chamber Cosmetics Working Group has worked continuously over the past 14 years to eliminate such requirements and advocate for advanced alternatives to animal testing.
Impact
- Strengthened stakeholder collaboration across government, industry, and civil society;
- Greater policy transparency and responsiveness;
- Encouraged continued advocacy and engagement across sectors.
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