ISO 22716 provides guidance to documenting and regulating the production, control, storage, and shipment of cosmetic products. The standard’s guidelines will provide your organization with practical methods for managing the many factors that can affect product quality.

The European Union’s Regulation (EC) No 1223/2000 requires cosmetic products to be manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). GMPs create the practical development of quality assurance through the description of the activities that are based on sound scientific judgement and risk assessments. GMP guidelines were written to define the activities that enable you to obtain a product that meets defined characteristics. GMPs are critical to organisations looking to reduce the risk and liability of their products. Your organisation can demonstrate compliance with GMP by implementing ISO 22716.

Benefits of ISO 22716 certification for your organisation:

Improves quality management systems
Demonstrates commitment to the safety of cosmetic products
Ensures your compliance to international guidelines

Intertek brings in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing processes and GMP codes to cosmetics manufacturers. Intertek’s cosmetics testing services include clinical studies, safety assessments, quality control, in vitro testing, product claims verification, screening for restricted substances, and suppliers’ audits. With our global network of auditors, we provide a full compliance solution for ISO 22716 including auditing and certification*, training, and e-learning tools.

By partnering with Intertek, you’ll gain a knowledgeable business partner dedicated to helping you meet objectives, minimize risk, and optimize your supply chain. We can also combine a Cosmetics GMP audit with other standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, reducing interruptions and saving you valuable time and money.

What is the difference between ISO 22716 and ISO 9001?

As firms produce more environmentally friendly goods at cheaper rates, the number of cosmetic products on the market is expanding significantly on a global scale.

Between 2023 and 2027, the cosmetics industry anticipates an expansion of 4.48% yearly. With the proliferation of cosmetics on the market and the launch of new product lines, the cosmetics industry will be closely scrutinised because a sizeable consumer base will demand effective and sustainably produced products.

As the cosmetics sector develops, more customers are starting to demand:

Eco-friendly packaging of their products
Plant-based vegan products
Products that are not tested or tried on animals
Chemically friendly products

What is ISO 22716?

ISO 22716 is the cosmetics certification standard that follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). In the European Union, every cosmetic product must be produced, manufactured, and distributed according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) under The European Union’s Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

By putting ISO 22716 into practice, your company will put more of an emphasis on enhancing the safety of consumer cosmetics throughout the whole cosmetics supply chain. Following ISO 22716, the guidelines will cover the quality aspects of products, raw materials, and packaging materials that are produced, controlled, stored, bought, and transported.

What is ISO 9001?

The accepted international standard for a quality management system is ISO 9001. With ISO 9001, your firm can operate more efficiently and get a quality seal that will help you to increase your profit.

This standard enhances your business’s potential growth and market profitability. ISO 9001 is strongly advised if you’ve been looking for ways to improve the quality of your services or would like to put in place more effective systems and workflows.

Do you have questions about ISO 9001? Read more on the standard in our blog.

Does ISO 22716 work well with ISO 9001?

The ISO 9001 quality management standard and the ISO 22716 cosmetics standard are compatible. Any organisation can use ISO 9001 to develop and enhance its internal business procedures. If you are a cosmetics company, having the additional certification of ISO 22716 can be effective since the benefits and possibility for growth that comes with having multiple ISO standards will only increase.

How does ISO 22716 differ from ISO 9001?

The manufacturing, supervision, storage, and transportation of cosmetic items are all covered by the cosmetic standard ISO 22716. Whereas ISO 9001 is a management system standard that aids organisations in satisfying the expectations of stakeholders and customers while adhering to legal obligations.

ISO 9001 is the most recognised of all quality standards worldwide, and ISO 22716 can be seen as an additional certification for those specific to the cosmetics industry.

What are the differences in advantages between the two standards?

Although there are similarities between ISO 22716 and ISO 9001 in what benefits they aim to achieve, specific advantages come with the standards on their own. They will vary greatly depending on how the standards will be tailored to your organisation.

ISO 22716:

Reduces product hazards cause by faulty ingredients
Promotes Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Adherence to legal requirements
Continuous improvements
Quality and safety in every aspect of the supply chain
Positive influence on customer retention
Applies to all organisations of all sizes
Integrates with other standards, such as ISO 9001

ISO 9001:

Streamlines internal processes
Reduced operating costs
Competitive advantages
Continual improvement
Client satisfaction
Opens up new market opportunities
Increased reputation and credibility
Improve efficiency of your management system
Minimises risks through assessments

Do I need ISO 9001 before I get ISO 22716?

Although ISO 9001 and ISO 22716 complement one another, acquiring ISO 9001 is not a requirement. Both standards offer distinct benefits and have substantial advantages on their own.

Organisations usually obtain ISO 9001 as a prerequisite since it is a standard on which other standards can be built, and rules are implemented to develop more effective processes and grow the business. The focus of ISO 22716 is mainly on cosmetics production, development, and distribution and is frequently tailored for people who have established businesses in the cosmetics sector.

Having two ISO standards not only streamlines and establishes valuable processes and procedures but will also benefit your organisation’s external growth through increased business opportunities.

If you would like further information on how your business could benefit from ISO Certification & for a free initial meeting and quotation for ISO implementation,

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