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18.11.2020 - Cosmetics

New professional article on aspects of cosmetic filling stations in retail

An article titled "Essential Aspects of Filling Stations for Cosmetic Products in Retail" was published in the October issue of the SOFW Journal. This article was published by the IKW (German Cosmetic, Toiletry, Perfumery and Detergent Association) and government officials from Germany and Austria.

Amidst the discussion on sustainability and the reduction of packaging materials in the use of cosmetics, systems for dispensing products in retail stores are increasingly being offered. Both consumers' own containers and commercially available refillable packaging materials are used.

The following key aspects are covered in the article:

• Peculiarities in the safety assessment of such products

• Hygiene concepts and definition of a microbiological quality management (MQM)

• Microbiological issues such as preservative efficacy testing (PETs)

• Cosmetic GMP

• Labeling and batch indication for these products

All requirements of the European Cosmetic Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 also apply to these products. Microbiology and hygiene are of great importance, as the filling process in retail increases the likelihood of contamination.

The BAV Institute is happy to support you with all questions regarding operational hygiene and microbiology. Feel free to contact us, we look forward to your message!

You can download the article for free here.

Source: SOFW Journal, October 2020