Cosmetic export: the regulatory lift of the Saudi market
The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has just published a major regulatory update via SFDA Circular 29147/2. This new version of Annex III, which covers banned or restricted substances in cosmetics, will have a direct impact on access strategies to the Saudi market.
The changes made are multiple:
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Addition of new restricted substances, which implies reformulations in some cases.
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Revision of existing restrictions for certain ingredients to reflect updates to the Common Ingredients Glossary.
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Removal of certain previously restricted substances, always in the interests of harmonization with international standards.
Two key milestones:
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December 1, 2026: all new imported products must comply with the new regulations.
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1 December 2028: products already marketed in Saudi Arabia will also have to be updated.
These delays may seem distant, but they require an in-depth analysis of formulae, a documentary review, and potentially technical and logistical changes.
This regulatory shift is part of the Kingdom's desire to strengthen consumer safety, while aligning its practices with international standards. For European companies, this is a clear signal: harmonisation is progressing, but vigilance remains.
Note: any product that does not comply with the deadline will be refused import or withdrawn from the market. Compliance is no longer an option, it is a mandatory passage.
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