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Switzerland Cosmetics Notification

A practical guide to Switzerland Cosmetics Notification for cosmetics sold in Switzerland: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Cosmetics placed on the Swiss market; Importers and brands

Authority

Swissmedic

Legal basis

Swiss Cosmetics Ordinance

Local representative

A Swiss responsible person is required

Timeline

Before placing the product on the market

Cost

Notification and responsible person fees vary

If you do not comply

Product withdrawal and enforcement action

Who needs this

Cosmetics placed on the Swiss market
Importers and brands

Documents you need

Notification record
Swiss responsible person mandate
Labelling

Compliance checklist

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Notification record
Swiss responsible person mandate
Labelling

How to comply

Appoint a Swiss responsible person
Notify the product
Label correctly

Brief for your lab or agent

Copy this into an email, then edit the product and channel.

Request: Switzerland Cosmetics Notification — Switzerland
Product category: Cosmetics
Authority: Swissmedic
Legal basis: Swiss Cosmetics Ordinance

Documents we already have:
  1. Notification record
  2. Swiss responsible person mandate
  3. Labelling

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Switzerland Cosmetics Notification in Switzerland?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before placing the product on the market.

Notification and responsible person fees vary.

Common rejection reasons

No Swiss responsible person
Notification missing
Labelling gaps

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.