ISO 22716

ISO 22716 is a guideline for cGMP (Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices) and provides guidelines for the production, management, storage, and shipping of cosmetics. The document was published by the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) in 2007 and provides practical advice on human, technical and management that affects product quality and includes methods for reaching the goal of product flow from raw material receipt to shipment.

Relationship between ISO 22716 and GMP

GMP refers to a standard of manufacturing quality that focuses on delivering products to customers with good quality. And ISO standards are standardized documents that provide standards for production and quality management, focusing on the overall process of a company. In other words, specific guidelines for complying with GMP are ISO standards, and ISO 27716 means international standards that provide guidelines for cosmetics.

Importance of ISO 22716

ISO 22716 was optional in the past for exporting cosmetics, but now it is required by buyers in countries where cosmetics are to be imported and is becoming a mandatory condition for export. Europe requires cosmetic manufacturers to comply with ISO 22716, and other countries are also introducing standards that reflect ISO 22716.

Expected effects of ISO 22716

• •  Risk management can ensure the safety and well-being of consumers through continuous improvements within the entire supply chain.
• •  Compliance with legal requirements can be easily implemented regardless of the complexity of scale.
• •  Cosmetics manufacturers can produce products that meet standards such as GMP requirements and quality.
• •  By acquiring international standards, cosmetics manufacturers can gain competitiveness in overseas markets.