ISO 22716 GMP Consultancy for Cosmetics Manufacturers

ISO 22716 is the international guideline on good manufacturing practices (GMP) for cosmetic products. It describes how the production, control, storage and shipment of cosmetics should be organised so that products are consistently safe and of the intended quality. With CE Danışmanı (CE Consultant) you get your ISO 22716 GMP certificate through a single point of contact for the whole process.

What GMP means

Good manufacturing practices are an internationally accepted quality assurance approach used in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and cosmetics. The aim is that production processes are designed, carried out and checked in a way that protects the quality and safety of the product, so that nothing harmful to health reaches the consumer.

Why it matters for the EU market

The EU Cosmetics Regulation is the legal framework for cosmetic products made or sold in the European Union. It regulates:

• Consumer safety. The risks of using a product are assessed and reduced before it is sold.
• Product quality. Production, packaging, labelling and distribution follow defined rules.
• Information. Consumers receive accurate and clear information through the label.
• Compliance. Manufacturers, importers and distributors are responsible for meeting the regulation and are subject to inspection.

The regulation also restricts ingredients that may harm human health and bans the testing of cosmetic products on animals. Turkey applies cosmetics rules aligned with the EU framework, so GMP is relevant both for products sold in Turkey and for exports. A company that works to ISO 22716 can show its customers and the authorities how its production meets the GMP expectation.

What ISO 22716 covers

• Personnel, training and hygiene. Staff competence, personal hygiene, health checks and cleaning rules.
• Premises and equipment. Selection, installation, maintenance and calibration of the facilities and equipment used for production, storage and distribution.
• Cleaning and sanitation of production areas and equipment.
• Documentation and records. Detailed records of the production process and of quality control.
• Quality control and quality assurance. Testing of products and a system that keeps the results under control.
• Verification and validation of production processes, equipment and methods.
• Product development and change control. Procedures for new products and for changes to formulations and processes.
• Supply chain. Selection, purchase, storage and use of raw materials and components.

Product groups

• Baby products
• Personal cleansing and bath products
• Eye care and eye make-up products
• Make-up and make-up removal products
• Fragrances, deodorants and antiperspirants
• Shaving products
• Skin care products
• Depilatories
• Nail products
• Oral care products
• Hair care, hair cleansing and hair colouring products
• Sun products
• Cosmetic raw materials

Who should consider certification

• Cosmetic product manufacturers, including contract manufacturers
• Suppliers of cosmetic raw materials and components
• Distributors and brand owners whose customers ask for evidence of GMP

What a company gains

• Controlled, repeatable production and consistent product quality
• Evidence of GMP for authorities, retailers and customers abroad
• Greater customer confidence in the brand
• A framework for finding weaknesses and improving efficiency
• Easier acceptance of products in international trade

The certification steps

1. Preparation. The requirements of the guideline are compared with current practice in the plant.
2. Implementation. Procedures, policies and records are created and put into use.
3. Internal audits. Periodic internal audits confirm that the practices are followed and reveal gaps.
4. Choosing the certification body. Working with an accredited certification body supports international acceptance of the certificate.
5. Audit. The certification body audits the organisation against ISO 22716.
6. Certification. When the requirements are met, the certification body issues the certificate. It is renewed at defined intervals.

How CE Danışmanı helps

• Gap analysis of the plant and its records against ISO 22716
• Procedures, instructions and record forms prepared with your team
• GMP training for production and quality staff
• Internal audit and preparation for the certification audit

Companies that want a full quality management system can set up ISO 22716 together with ISO 9001.

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