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Turkey Cosmetics Import

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

Who needs it

Cosmetics imported into Turkey; Brands and importers

Authority

Ministry of Health (TİTCK)

Legal basis

Turkish Cosmetics Regulation

Local representative

A Turkish responsible person is required

Timeline

Before import and sale

Cost

Notification and responsible person fees vary

If you do not comply

Import refusal and enforcement action

Who needs this

Cosmetics imported into Turkey
Brands and importers

Documents you need

Product notification
Responsible person mandate
Turkish labelling

Compliance checklist

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Product notification
Responsible person mandate
Turkish labelling

How to comply

Appoint a Turkish responsible person
Notify the product
Label in Turkish

Brief for your lab or agent

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

Request: Turkey Cosmetics Import — Turkey
Product category: Cosmetics
Authority: Ministry of Health (TİTCK)
Legal basis: Turkish Cosmetics Regulation

Documents we already have:
  1. Product notification
  2. Responsible person mandate
  3. Turkish labelling

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Turkey Cosmetics Import in Turkey?
  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 import and sale.

Notification and responsible person fees vary.

Common rejection reasons

No notification
Labelling not in Turkish
Claims issues

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.