Cosmetics
Cosmetics are currently self-regulated through South Africa’s CTFA (Cosmetic, Toiletries and Fragrances Association) guidance documentation, which is based upon the EU Cosmetic Directive. The statutory regulations are awaited.
We can assist with evaluation of ingredients, claims, advertisements and labelling, taking into account the ASA (Advertising Standards Authority) Code of Advertising Practice.
The Biodiversity Act (Act 10 of 2004)
In ensuring sustainable utilisation of indigenous and endemic biological resources, while promoting fair and equitable sharing of benefits, the National Department of Environmental Affairs through the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (NEMBA), Act 10 of 2004 developed the Bioprospecting, Access and Benefit Sharing Regulations which came into force on 1 April 2008.
These regulations govern the utilisation of indigenous biological resources or associated traditional knowledge, targeted for research and development (bioprospecting), with an intention to commercialise the end product - through a permitting systems.