Why Choose Food Research Lab's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Food Research Lab's Food Research Lab (FRL) takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Food Research Lab reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

Singapore regulations for Cosmetics

20 May

Singapore regulations for Cosmetics

by admin

in Cosmeceutical, Regulation Updates

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Introduction

Cosmetic products, an essential part of personal care routines, encompass a diverse range of substances or preparations intended for external use on various parts of the human body. These products serve multiple purposes. From skincare to haircare and oral hygiene, cosmetic products play a significant role in enhancing one’s overall well-being and confidence. With the rising demand for cosmetic products, regulatory frameworks have been established to ensure their safety and quality. In Singapore, the adoption of the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) places responsibility on companies to adhere to strict guidelines set by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA). Compliance with labeling requirements, maintenance of supply records, and reporting of product defects are among the key obligations imposed on companies dealing with cosmetic products.[1]

What are cosmetic products?

Cosmetic products encompass substances or preparations designed for contact with external parts of the human body, teeth, or oral mucous membranes, primarily for:

– Cleansing

– Perfuming

– Altering appearance

– Correcting body odors

– Protection

– Maintenance of good condition

These products are applied to various external body parts, including the epidermis (skin and surrounding areas), hair, nails, lips, external genitalia, teeth, and oral mucous membranes.

ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD)

Singapore adopted the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) from 1 January 2008, placing responsibility on companies dealing with cosmetic products to ensure their safety and quality. They must guarantee that products are safe for human use under normal conditions. The person responsible must notify the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) before supplying or selling cosmetic products, ensuring compliance with labeling requirements, maintaining supply records, and reporting product defects or adverse effects to HSA. The Regulations prohibit certain ingredients in cosmetic formulations and impose restrictions on others, aligning closely with the European Union (EU) standards. Manufacturers and importers of cosmetic products in Singapore are not required to obtain licenses, except for products imported solely for re-export or manufactured solely for export

Restrictions on Cosmetic Product Ingredients

Cosmetic products must not contain substances listed in Part I of the Third Schedule (Health products (cosmetic products — ASEAN cosmetic directive) regulations 2007), except when present in trace amounts, technically unavoidable in good manufacturing practice, or compliant with specified conditions.
Products shall not contain substances listed in Part II unless the product type matches, substance levels adhere to specified limits, and all relevant requirements are met.
Excluding hair colorants, cosmetic products cannot contain coloring agents unless listed in Part III and used in accordance with specified requirements.
Preservatives are prohibited unless listed in Part IV, used within specified limits, and compliant with relevant requirements.
Ultraviolet filters must be listed in Part V, used within specified limits, and compliant with all relevant requirements.
Non-compliance with any of these regulations renders a cosmetic product unwholesome. [2]

Labeling Regulations for Cosmetic Products:

All cosmetic product packaging must prominently display essential information:

– Product name and function, unless evident from presentation.

– Usage instructions, unless clear from product name or presentation.

– Full ingredient listing in descending order of weight.

– Country of manufacture.

– Company or individual responsible for product placement.

– Contents by weight or volume.

– Manufacturer’s batch number.

– Manufacturing or expiry date, clearly stated.

– Special precautions for use, including any mandatory warnings.

Leaflets, pamphlets, or other supplemental materials may be used when packaging constraints prevent full details, but key information must be on immediate packaging.
All information must be easily readable, understandable, and permanent.
Information should be provided in English and/or the national language, or a language understood by consumers where the product is sold.

Conclusion

Cosmetic products form an essential part of daily personal care routines, catering to various needs from skincare to oral hygiene. The adoption of regulatory frameworks like the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive in Singapore underscores the commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of cosmetic products available in the market. By adhering to stringent regulations on ingredient restrictions, labeling requirements, and manufacturing standards, stakeholders in the cosmetic industry contribute to maintaining consumer trust and confidence. As consumers, it is essential to be informed about the ingredients and labeling regulations of cosmetic products to make well-informed choices for our personal care needs.