Key practical points:
• 'Special' cosmetics (hair dye, whitening, sunscreen, anti-hair-loss) need registration and prior approval; 'ordinary' ones need only filing.
• Imported cosmetics must be registered/filed and meet Chinese standards before sale.
• Claiming a cosmetic 'treats' diseases or has a medical effect is forbidden.
• The label must show ingredients, expiry and producer in clear Chinese.
• Those selling online or promoting via livestream are liable for the truth of claims and product safety.
• There are lists of banned and restricted substances, and breaching them brings recall and fines.
Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Cosmetics · Yalla China
化妆品监督管理条例 / Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Cosmetics
Enacted: 2020-06-16 ✅ Effective: 2021-01-01
📝 Overview
A State Council regulation governing the production, import, sale and advertising of cosmetics, classifying them as 'special' or 'ordinary' by risk. It protects consumers from false claims and harmful ingredients. It concerns shops, importers, influencers and sales platforms.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If you sell, import or promote cosmetics (even in a livestream), you may not claim they 'treat' anything, and imported products must be registered and compliant. As a consumer, look for the Chinese label and expiry date. General orientation, not legal advice.
📎 Official source
National Medical Products Administration / nmpa.gov.cn
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026