By CAS
ISO 22716:2007 — Cosmetics GMP
Good Manufacturing Practices for cosmetic products — covering production, control, storage, and shipment of cosmetics with internationally recognised guidance for the cosmetics industry.
By CAS
ISO 22716:2007
ISO 22716:2007
Cosmetics GMP
What is Cosmetics Good Manufacturing Practices?
ISO 22716:2007 provides guidelines for the production, control, storage, and shipment of cosmetic products. It addresses GMP aspects specific to the cosmetics industry and is harmonised with EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009, which mandates GMP compliance for all cosmetics sold in the EU.
Who Is This For?
Cosmetics manufacturers, contract manufacturers, private label producers, and beauty product companies — particularly those exporting to the EU, GCC, and other regulated markets where GMP compliance is required.
Key Benefits
- Required for EU cosmetics market compliance (Regulation 1223/2009)
- Recognised by GCC cosmetics regulations for import approval
- Demonstrates product safety and quality to retailers and distributors
- Reduces product quality failures, recalls, and regulatory actions
- Supports export market access across regulated cosmetics markets
- Competitive advantage in beauty and personal care supply chains
Certification Process
1
Application & Review
Submit your application. CAS reviews your organisation's scope, personnel, sites, and activities to prepare a detailed audit time calculation and formal commercial proposal.
2
Stage 1 — Document Review
On-site or remote review of your management system documentation, readiness assessment, and confirmation of Stage 2 audit scope and plan.
3
Stage 2 — On-site Audit
Full on-site audit of the implemented management system against the standard's requirements. Findings are reported; nonconformities must be closed before certification.
4
Certification Decision
CAS's independent certification committee reviews the audit findings and issues the certificate. The certificate is valid for 3 years.
5
Surveillance & Recertification
Annual surveillance audits (~1/3 of initial audit time) maintain certification. Recertification audit (~2/3 of initial time) is conducted before certificate expiry to renew for a further 3 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 requires GMP compliance based on ISO 22716. While not mandatory to hold a certificate, formal certification demonstrates compliance clearly to regulators and retailers.
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