ISO Standard
Cosmetics Good Manufacturing Practice
ISO 22716:2007 (Cosmetics GMP)
Focus
GMP for cosmetics
Referenced in
EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
Relevant for
Cosmetics & wellness supplies
ISO 22716 describes Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for the production, control, storage and shipment of cosmetic products. The EU Cosmetics Regulation references this standard as a harmonized norm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ISO 22716 mandatory for cosmetics manufacturers?
The EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 requires GMP compliance. ISO 22716 is accepted as proof of GMP conformity, though it is not formally the only option.