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March 6, 2026
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Cosmetics are defined under section 4 of the Cosmetics Act, B.E. 2558 (2015) as:
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
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 substances used as ingredients:
Source: https://en.fda.moph.go.th/our-services-new/category/cat-cosmetics
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
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As you are aware, sunscreen products fall under high-risk cosmetics in Thailand and are subject to a higher level of regulatory scrutiny, particularly in relation to claims and supporting documentation. Based on the information provided, additional in-vivo testing is not necessarily required at this stage, although this will ultimately depend on the final formulation, claims, and positioning strategy.
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想要諮詢泰國化妝品的申請準備與報價： 目前預計有防曬產品想要出口至泰國，已準備相關之成分文件，想請問關於SPF宣稱準備目前已有in-vitro，是否需額外準備in-vivo? 此外若委託銀們進行申請，還需要哪些文件以及報價?