Thailand Cosmetics Notification: Regulatory Overview and Compliance Steps

Regulatory Overview

Thailand’s cosmetic regulations are aligned with the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD). In line with the ACD, the Thai government enacted the Cosmetics Act B.E. 2558 (2015) on September 9, 2015 and Cosmetic Act (No.2) B.E. 2565 (2022) on 11 October B.E. 2565 (BE 20222). This legislation laid the foundation for a comprehensive cosmetic notification system and introduced a three-year validity period for cosmetic notification. Post-market surveillance has become a regulatory focus under this regime.

Regulatory Authority

The primary regulatory body for cosmetics in Thailand is the Cosmetic Control Group under Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA), which operates under the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH). The Minister of Public Health is responsible for setting and enforcing cosmetic laws, standards, and measures.

The Thai FDA safeguards public health by ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of regulated products, including food, drugs, medical devices, narcotics, volatile substances, hazardous materials, traditional medicine, and cosmetics.

Cosmetic product notification is conducted directly through the Cosmetic Control Group, while MOPH oversees public health policy and enforcement.

Regulations on Cosmetic Product Notification

Notification Requirements

According to Thai cosmetic regulations, cosmetic product notification must be conducted by a Thai-registered company with a valid import permit. Foreign exporters can comply by:

• Setting up a local subsidiary in Thailand
• Partnering with an experienced and permitted local distributor
• Appointing a third-party compliance agent as the permit holder 

Required Documents and Information

To submit a cosmetic notification to the Thai FDA, the following information and documentation are typically required:

• Product name/brand name/shade or color variants
• Product form/usage instructions / physical characteristics
• Full formulation: INCI names, concentrations, and purpose of use according to the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary
• Product packaging and labeling designs (inner and outer)
• Information about the local permit holder (Thai company)
• Letter of Authorization (LoA) from the brand owner to the notifier
• Manufacturer details and GMP certificate
• Trademark registration certificate (if any)

Notification Process

Local Entity Confirmation

Step 1- Local entity set up: Establish a local company with the Department of Business Development (DBD).
Step 2 – Import permit or license to operate set up: establish a local LTO with Thai FDA, and establish one physical warehouse and one physical office to set up the LTO.

Document Preparation & Compliance Review

Conduct a comprehensive review of product formulation, labels, claims, and GMP documentation to ensure compliance with Thai FDA regulations.

Product Notification to the Thai FDA

Submit the required documents to the SKYNET system before importation. Upon successful submission, a notification certificate valid for 3 years will be issued.

Thai Label Preparation

Prepare compliant Thai-language labels in accordance with local labeling requirements.

Estimated Timeline

• Import Permit Application: ~2-3 months
• Cosmetic Product Notification: ~3 working days after submission
• Notification Validity: 3 years

Our Services

 Thai License Holder Service

We can act as your official Thai permit holder, allowing your brand to legally access the Thai market without setting up a local entity.

 Ingredient Compliance Review

We assess your product formulation against Thai FDA and ASEAN Cosmetic Directive standards to ensure no banned or restricted substances are present.

 Label & Packaging Review

Our team verifies that your product labeling meets Thai language and regulatory format requirements, including mandatory warnings and usage instructions.

Notification Documentation Support

We assist with gathering, reviewing, and submitting all required documents to the Thai FDA for successful product notification.

Thai Label Translation & Design

We help translate and format your product labels into Thai in full compliance with local regulations.

 Product Information File (PIF) Preparation

We help you compile and maintain the required Product Information File (PIF), supporting your post-market obligations.

If you need support with any aspect of cosmetic product compliance in Thailand, our experienced team is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at customer@reach24h.com.

Why Choose REACH24H?

• Expertise in Thai Cosmetic Regulations: Our regulatory team has extensive experience with Thai FDA requirements and ASEAN harmonization standards.
• One-Stop Compliance Solution: From product review to final notification, we provide end-to-end support tailored to your brand.
• Fast and Efficient Service: We streamline the process to get your products on the market quickly while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Reliable Local Presence: With established local partners and resources, we offer trustworthy in-country representation and follow-up.

Looking to expand your cosmetic business in Asia? We also offer expert support for China cosmetic product registration/notification, Vietnam cosmetic notification, and Malaysia cosmetics notification.