The following labelling requirements also apply:
- Products shall be marked with suitable, clearly worded and easily comprehensible warnings on the risks they may present in the official language of the member state (Arabic).
- The product or packaging must provide the identity and details of the manufacturer and the product reference. Alternatively, batch information may be presented – if possible.
- The country of origin must be displayed.
Decision No.59/2009 of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) prohibits the use of 1,4-Dioxane as an ingredient in make-up as well as cosmetic and shampoo products.
Detailed Information
Technical aspects | Safety | Chemical |
Market surveillance | Conditionally | |
Obligation | Mandatory | |
Factory inspection | No | |
Sample testing | Yes | |
Validity | Unlimited |
product scope
Tooth Paste, Deodorants, Chemical Depilatories, Soaps, Hair Creams