The classification and regulation of cleaning and disinfectant products vary significantly across countries, posing challenges for global market entry. In Japan, these products are categorized based on their usage, formulation, and industry
- Hand Disinfectants & Biocides: Regulated under the PMD Act, these products are classified as cosmetics, quasi-drugs, or drugs, depending on their intended use and composition.
- Surface Disinfectants & Household Cleaners: Unlike hand disinfectants, these products do not require registration or notification from any regulatory authority.
Regulatory Landscape for Chemical and Household Products in Japan
The chemical components in above formulations must comply with broader Japan chemical regulations. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for ensuring compliance and successful market entry in Japan.
Act on Control of Household Products Containing Harmful Substances
- Governs household products with potentially hazardous chemicals.
Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL)
- Regulates the manufacturing and import of chemical substances for compliance with Japan chemical import regulations, ensure safety and Japan chemical substance approval
Regulatory Bodies
There is stringent regulatory framework for Chemical product compliance Japan, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance to Environmental safety regulations Japan. The key regulatory authorities involved are:
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)
Oversees human health and safety regulations.
Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI)
Regulates industrial chemicals and enforces compliance with chemical laws.
Ministry of the Environment of Japan
Regulates environmental policies, pollution, sustainability, waste, biodiversity, Environmental Impact Assessments(EIA), climate action, and Japan chemical safety standards
Japan Chemical Compliance Framework for Registration
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Decoding Registration of Chemical and Household Products in Japan can be challenging, but with Freyr, you have a reliable partner. Our comprehensive Japan regulatory services for chemicals include
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