Our Certification Portfolio
Every certification we hold — what it means, why it matters, and which markets it unlocks for your brand.
KFDA
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS), Republic of Korea
The KFDA manufacturing license is the foundational regulatory credential for all cosmetic manufacturers in Korea. Issued by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS), it confirms that the facility meets Korea's strict manufacturing standards, has passed facility inspections, and is legally authorized to produce cosmetics for domestic sale and export.
Without a valid KFDA manufacturing license, a Korean facility cannot legally produce cosmetics. This is the non-negotiable baseline — every factory in our network holds this license. It is also the prerequisite for obtaining the Free Sale Certificate required by most importing countries.
What It Covers
- Mandatory for all Korean cosmetic manufacturers
- Covers facility standards, equipment, and personnel
- Required to obtain Free Sale Certificate for export
- Renewed and audited regularly by MFDS
- Publicly verifiable through MFDS database
Recognized By
- All importing countries
- EU Responsible Persons
- US FDA
- ASEAN regulatory authorities
4-Stage Quality Control Process
Certifications are only as good as the processes behind them. Here is exactly how quality is controlled at every stage of production.
Raw Material Testing
Every raw material batch is tested before entering production. Identity, purity, and microbial testing are conducted against approved specifications.
- Identity verification (FTIR, HPLC)
- Heavy metal screening
- Microbial contamination testing
- Certificate of Analysis review
In-Process Quality Checks
Critical quality parameters are monitored at every production stage — mixing, filling, and packaging — with documented checkpoints.
- Viscosity and pH measurement
- Fill weight verification
- Visual inspection at each stage
- Temperature and humidity monitoring
Finished Product Testing
Every production batch undergoes comprehensive finished product testing before release, including stability and microbial challenge testing.
- Microbial challenge testing (PET)
- Stability testing (accelerated and real-time)
- Organoleptic evaluation (color, odor, texture)
- Packaging integrity testing
Batch Record & COA
Complete batch records are maintained for every production run. A Certificate of Analysis is issued for each batch before shipment.
- Full batch record documentation
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) issuance
- Retain sample storage (5 years)
- Traceability to raw material lots
Certificate of Analysis for Every Batch
Every production batch ships with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting test results against approved specifications. Retain samples are stored for 5 years. Full batch traceability from raw material lot to finished product is maintained in our manufacturing partners' quality systems.
Certifications by Target Market
Different markets require different credentials. Here is exactly what is needed — and what we provide — for each major export destination.
United States
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP
- FDA Cosmetic Facility Registration
- Cruelty-Free (optional)
Sunscreen requires OTC drug registration. All cosmetics require FDA-compliant labeling and ingredient declaration.
European Union
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP (mandatory)
- EU CPNP Notification
- EU Responsible Person
- COSMOS (for organic claims)
ISO 22716 is mandatory for EU market entry. EU Responsible Person must be appointed before CPNP notification.
Middle East
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP
- Halal Certification
- Free Sale Certificate
Halal certification is mandatory for retail distribution in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait. Country-specific registration may apply.
Southeast Asia
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP
- ASEAN Cosmetic Directive Notification
- Free Sale Certificate
- Halal (Malaysia/Indonesia)
Indonesia and Vietnam require additional country-specific registration. Malaysia and Indonesia require Halal certification for retail.
Australia
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP
- TGA Compliance (sunscreen)
- INCI Labeling
Sunscreen is regulated as a therapeutic good by TGA. Standard cosmetics follow NICNAS/AICIS requirements.
Japan
- KFDA License
- ISO 22716 GMP
- PMDA Notification
- Japanese Labeling Compliance
Japan requires PMDA notification and Japanese-language labeling. Quasi-drug products (medicated cosmetics) require additional approval.
Our Certification Badge Wall
Every credential we hold — displayed as they would appear on your product packaging and marketing materials.
KFDA
Licensed
ISO 22716
GMP
GMP
Certified
ISO 9001
Quality
Halal
Certified
Vegan
Available
COSMOS
Natural
Derm
Tested
All certifications are independently verified and publicly auditable.
KFDA licenses are verifiable through the MFDS public database. ISO certifications are issued by accredited third-party certification bodies. We provide full certification documentation upon request as part of the ODM onboarding process.
Certification FAQ
The most common questions international buyers ask about Korean cosmetic ODM certifications.
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Every Market. One Partner.
We handle the full certification and compliance picture for your Korean cosmetic ODM project — from KFDA manufacturing through to market-specific regulatory filings. Tell us your target market and we will map out exactly what is needed.