To meet the needs of cosmetics industry manufacturers, GCB offers the possibility of certification of the quality management system for compliance with the ISO 22716 standard. Pursuant to the EU Regulation No. 1223/2009 and the Polish Cosmetics Act, cosmetics manufacturers are obliged to apply GMP principles and provide appropriate documentation upon request competent control authorities.
ISO 22176- Cosmetics- Good manufacturing practices (GMP)
ISO 22716 is a globally recognized standard dedicated to the cosmetics industry. It is a set of requirements, among others: regarding the production, infrastructure, control, storage and transport of cosmetic products. It can be implemented in all organizations in the cosmetics industry, regardless of the size or complexity of the organization. A quality management system compliant with ISO 22716 should be implemented by all entities involved in the production, quality control, storage and transport of cosmetics. Importers and distributors of cosmetics into the EU market are obliged to ensure that each cosmetic product they place on the market has been produced in accordance with ISO 22716 guidelines.
Additionally, a quality management system based on ISO 22716 can be successfully integrated with the ISO 9001 standard. ISO 22716 certification allows manufacturers to demonstrate their commitment to the quality and safety of manufactured cosmetic products and applies to all elements of the supply chain.
Benefits of certification of the quality management system for compliance with ISO 22716
- Confirmation of compliance with legal requirements
- Increasing credibility and visibility in the market
- Increasing customer trust
- Strengthening the company’s position on the cosmetics market
- Increasing sales and distribution opportunities on foreign markets.
