Japan household products Classification
In Japan, household products are categorized based on their intended use, formulation, and industry alignment, which determines how to register chemical products in Japan.
- 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.
Japan chemical regulations
Understanding household chemical regulation Japan, is key to successful market entry and Chemical compliance in Japan.
- Act on Control of Household Products Containing Harmful Substances- Governs household products with potentially hazardous chemicals.
- Chemical Substances Control Law (Japan CSCL) - Regulates the manufacturing and import of chemical substances for compliance with Japan chemical import regulations, ensure safety and Japan chemical substance approval
Which Regulatory bodies govern Chemical Registration in Japan?
There is a stringent regulatory framework for Chemical product compliance in Japan, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with environmental and health regulations. The key regulatory authorities involved are:
MHLW
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
Oversees human health and safety regulations across Japan.
METI
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Regulates industrial chemicals and enforces compliance with chemical laws.
MOE
Ministry of the Environment of Japan
Regulates environment, pollution, sustainability, EIA, climate action, and chemical safety.
Click here, to know more about the Japan Chemical Compliance Framework for chemical Registration including Testing Protocols, Local Representation (role of Market Authorization Holder (MAH) ), Environmental Impact Assessments and Composition/Safety Data.
Click here to view the Japan chemicals regulations for different household product categories in Japan
Japan Chemical compliance consulting services
Overseeing Japan chemicals and Japan household products registration involves complex regulatory frameworks, but with Freyr, you have a trusted partner. Our comprehensive regulatory services for household chemicals in Japan include :
Chemical Product classification and Regulatory Guidance
Assessing product classification and regulatory applicability to ensure compliance of Japan household products
Regulatory Strategies for Market Access/Product Launch
Develop Strategies for Product Notification/Chemical Registration in Japan and ensure compliance with Japan chemical labelling regulations
Formula Compliance & Claim Substantiation
Ensuring ingredient compliance and supporting product claims with scientific data
Application Submission & Renewals
Preparing and submitting applications for product introductions, registrations, and renewals)
Chemical product documentation & Dossier Preparation
Prepare Technical Data Files (Specifications,SDS, MSDS, etc.) including Registration/ Notification Dossiers.
Regulatory Applicability Review and Interpretation
Offering expert interpretation of Japan chemical regulations, continuous compliance monitoring, and strategic guidance
Sustainability and Packaging Solutions.
Providing compliance with Japan chemical labelling regulation including ecolabeling guidance, packaging material compliance, and migration testing for leachable chemicals
Regulatory Intelligence(RI) Services
Conducting Literature searches, gathering regulatory insights and monitoring compliance updates
Why Choose Freyr for Japan?
- Local presence in the market with relevant expertise and experience
- Support for Japan chemical regulations including Japan CSCL, ISHL Japan and Japan chemical labelling regulation
- End-to-end Regulatory consultation.
- A structured and cost-effective approach to ensure Japan Chemical regulatory compliance in multi-market scenarios.
- Easily navigate the complexities of Regulatory authorities including METI, MHLW Japan and Ministry of the Environment japan
- Quick turnarounds and faster time-to-market.
Ready to conquer the Japanese market? Partner with Freyr for streamlined Chemical and Household Products registration in Japan