ISO 22716 Standard – GMP Good Manufacturing Practice for Cosmetics

ISO 22716 Certificate – Is GMP standard for good manufacturing practices for cosmetics really necessary? Let’s find out the regulations and benefits of ISO 22716 with fdiinvietnam.com.

What is GMP standard? What is ISO 22716? 

➤ What is GMP standard?

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) or Good Manufacturing Practices can be applied in many industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics with the goal of controlling risks affecting product quality from the stages of factory construction, product manufacturing, packaging, preservation, etc. 

Types of GMP standards include: 

• EU-GMP: Focuses on scientific assessment, testing and safety monitoring of medicines in the EU;
• WHO GMP: Good Manufacturing Practice for Medicinal Products;
• CGMP: Standards applied in the production process for all models and scales. However, in reality, this standard is only certified for the US and European countries.

Normally, organizations and businesses apply for GMP certification if they plan to export goods abroad. 

➤ What is ISO 22716?

ISO 22716 is an international standard for good manufacturing practice (GMP) in the cosmetics manufacturing industry. Cosmetic GMP standard – ISO 22716 only manages and controls the production, storage, packaging, testing, and transportation processes (excluding research and commercial activities).

ISO 22716 is a voluntary standard. However, some countries require organizations and businesses to apply ISO 22716 to import goods into their country. 

Currently, ISO 22716:2007 is the latest version and is valid. Similar to other ISO standards, ISO 22716 certification is valid for 3 years. Therefore, to maintain cosmetic GMP certification, businesses need to carry out re-assessment procedures (similar to the initial assessment procedure).

In addition, because ISO 22716 only manages and controls product-related hazards without focusing on other issues such as labor safety, customer care, etc., businesses can consider integrating the following certifications at the same time to optimize the system. 

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management System;
• ISO 22000 – Food safety management system;
• CFS – Certificate of Free Circulation;
• ISO 45001 – Occupational health and safety management system;
• HACCP Certification – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points System.

For example: 

In order for a cosmetics manufacturing business to operate, it is necessary to carry out quite a few procedures, such as:

>> Establishment of cosmetics manufacturing company;

>> ISO 22716 Certification – Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice;

>> Cosmetic declaration (in case the business wants to sell the product);

>> Register barcode number.

 

Content of ISO 22716 standard – Good manufacturing practice GMP cosmetics

ISO 22716 is built on the following 14 principles:

1. Human resource system;
2. Production equipment and tools;
3. Raw materials and product packaging;
4. Factory layout and location;
5. Production management;
6. Subcontractor management;
7. Finished product;
8. Quality control laboratory;
9. Error management;
10. Waste management;
11. Implement and control changes;
12. Complaints and recall handling;
13. Conduct internal audits and inspections;
14. Appropriate and complete documentation.

Benefits of ISO 22716 Certification – GMP Standards

Enterprises certified with ISO 22716 – GMP cosmetics will receive the following benefits:

➤ For businesses

1. Comprehensive control of hazards and risks in the cosmetic production process;
2. Support to improve quality management system;
3. Reduce waste collection and disposal costs by reducing the number of damaged products;
4. Support effective human resource management;
5. Affirming quality cosmetics, safe for consumers;
6. Enhance brand image in the market;
7. Affirm that the business complies with current legal conditions and regulations.

➤ For customers, sales agents, partners

1. Show concern for consumer health;
2. Demonstrates careful investment in products before distributing them to the market;
3. Support partners and sales agents in terms of communication and product advertising.

➤ For society in general

1. Demonstrate a sense of responsibility to the cosmetics industry and public health;
2. Contribute to environmental protection by minimizing the number of damaged products during the production process.

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