Questions? 10 seconds to sign up
Join the platform
Need Regulatory Help? Try Our Platform
Post your regulatory questions or request quotations from verified pharmaceutical consultants worldwide. Get matched with experts who specialize in your market.
March 6, 2026
Approximately 5 minutes
Thailand FDA Cosmetics Definition Regulation Notification and Ingredient Reference Requirements
Thailand FDA Cosmetics Definition Regulation Notification and Ingredient Reference Requirements
Definition of Cosmetics
Cosmetics are defined under section 4 of the Cosmetics Act, B.E. 2558 (2015) as:
- An article intended to be used by applying to, rubbing on, massaging into, sprinkling on, spraying on, dropping on, putting on, perfuming or any other means with external parts of human body, including applying to teeth and mucous membranes in the oral cavity, for the purpose of cleaning, beautifying or changing their appearance, or preventing body odors, or protecting or maintaining the parts in good condition, including skincare products, but excluding ornaments and accessories used outside the body.
- An article intended to be used specifically as ingredients in the manufacture of cosmetics.
- Any other article prescribed to be a cosmetic by the Ministerial Regulation.
Details of the product must not be contrary to the requirements and regulations issued under the Cosmetics Act, B.E. 2558 (2015). Source: https://en.fda.moph.go.th/our-services-new/category/cat-cosmetics
Examples of Cosmetics
Face cream, body lotion, soap, shampoo, hair conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner, nail paint, face powder, talcum powder, refreshing towel/tissue, sanitary napkin, hair dye product, hair curling product, hair removal product, hair bleaching product, teeth whitening product, deodorant, and perfume. Source: https://en.fda.moph.go.th/our-services-new/category/cat-cosmetics
Reference Documents for Ingredients
Reference documents for substances used as ingredients:
- CTFA documents (International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook);
- COSING database (http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/cosmetics/cosing);
- Academic documents published in a credible academic journal that has been approved by the Cosmetic Pre-market Regulation Working Group.
Source: https://en.fda.moph.go.th/our-services-new/category/cat-cosmetics
Regulatory Compliance
All cosmetics must comply with the Cosmetics Act B.E. 2558 (2015) and related regulations. The FDA regulates cosmetics to ensure safety and quality before market placement. Source: https://en.fda.moph.go.th/our-services-new/category/cat-cosmetics
Ask Anything
We'll follow up with you personally.
Related Articles
Approximately 5 minutes
Thailand FDA Pharmaceutical Product Registration and Approval Process
Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires registration for all finished pharmaceutical products (human/animal) before manufacture, import, or ordering, with specific lot release for vaccines/biologicals, API notifications, and provisions for clinical trial samples, donations, or exhibitions under the Drugs Act B.E. 2510.
Approximately 5 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions on Pharmaceutical and Veterinary Drug Registration by Thailand FDA
Thailand FDA FAQs cover certificate formats for vaccines and biological products, special procedures for COVID-19 drugs, and detailed registration categories, forms, timelines, fees, and steps for modern veterinary drugs under the Drugs Act B.E. 2510.
Approximately 5 minutes
Thailand FDA Food Product Categorization and Regulatory Requirements under the Food Act
Thailand FDA classifies food into four risk-based categories under the Food Act B.E. 2522, with Category 1 (specifically controlled) and Category 2 (quality/standard) requiring stricter controls, while Category 4 (general food) generally needs no registration unless voluntarily obtained, ensuring safety through labeling, standards, and notifications.
Approximately 5 minutes
Thailand FDA Regulation of Hazardous Substances under the Hazardous Substances Act
Thailand FDA regulates hazardous substances (explosive, inflammable, toxic, pathogenic, radioactive, etc.) under the Hazardous Substances Act B.E. 2535 (1992) for household and public health uses, dividing them into 4 types by risk severity with registration, licensing, labeling, and prohibition requirements to protect health and the environment.