China’s National Institutes for Drug Control (NIDC) is inviting public comments on refined information for 913 existing cosmetic ingredients. The updated records include identifiers and chemical details, and feedback is due by 25 November 2026. The review may be relevant to businesses that use these ingredients in product development, quality control and regulatory submissions.
Key takeaways
- NIDC updated information for 913 existing cosmetic ingredients on 24 September 2026.
- Changes include details such as CAS numbers, structural formulas, molecular formulas and molecular weights.
- Relevant organisations can submit comments through China’s Information Platform for Existing Cosmetic Ingredients until 25 November 2026.
This is a technical information update, rather than an announcement that the ingredients have been newly approved or that cosmetic products containing them have been assessed as safe.
What information is being updated
The NIDC has supplemented and refined key chemical information in existing ingredient records. These details can help distinguish substances and support consistent documentation across cosmetic development and compliance activities.
The announcement does not specify in the supplied information which individual ingredient records have changed or describe the nature of every revision. Businesses should therefore check the platform directly and compare relevant entries with their own ingredient specifications and records.
Who can comment and how
Cosmetic and ingredient businesses, industry associations, research organisations, testing and inspection institutions, regulatory authorities and other relevant parties are invited to provide feedback. Comments are to be submitted through the Information Platform for Existing Cosmetic Ingredients by 25 November 2026.
Companies reviewing an entry may wish to check whether its chemical identifiers and formula details align with their supplier documentation and internal records. If an apparent discrepancy could affect ingredient identity or product documentation, it may be useful to gather supporting technical information before submitting feedback.
Why the update matters to industry
Once finalised, the refined information is expected to be an important reference for formulation development, ingredient quality control, and product registration and filing. Accurate ingredient data can help businesses maintain consistent technical and regulatory documentation, although this update alone does not establish the safety or suitability of a particular finished product.
For consumers, the announcement is not a signal that skincare products or treatments have changed. At Skiin, a Melbourne skin and laser clinic, product and treatment choices are considered in the context of individual needs and practitioner guidance. Ingredient listings are one part of a broader picture and should not be treated as a substitute for appropriate product assessment or professional advice.