NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Cosmetics Made in Nigeria
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Guidelines establish the registration process for cosmetics produced in Nigeria, covering documentation, safety assessments, and facility standards. They target cosmetic manufacturers, NAFDAC inspectors, and stakeholders. This ensures products are safe for consumer use.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Cosmetics Made in Nigeria
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for registering locally manufactured cosmetic products with NAFDAC, specifying documentation, safety assessment, labelling, and facility requirements.
Who Does It Target?
Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Ensure that cosmetics produced in Nigeria are safe for consumer use through a thorough registration process.
Key Features
Product Documentation: Formulation, safety assessment data, and stability studies Facility Compliance: GMP inspection of the manufacturing premises Labelling: INCI ingredient list, manufacturer details, and NAFDAC number Claims: No therapeutic or misleading claims on cosmetic products
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Prepare product registration dossier Ensure facility meets GMP standards Submit application and undergo inspection
Official Resources
Website: nafdac.gov.ng Contact: NAFDAC, Abuja
Legal Framework
Issued under the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control Act 1993 (as amended), which empowers NAFDAC to make regulations, issue guidelines, and enforce standards. Operates alongside the Food and Drugs Act Cap F32 LFN 2004, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, and the Codex Alimentarius Commission standards adopted by Nigeria. Draws on ASEAN Cosmetic Directive standards, the EU Cosmetics Regulation (as a comparative standard), WHO guidelines on safety monitoring, and the Advertising Standards Organisation of Nigeria Code for cosmetics advertising.