The Korea Cosmetics Industry Institute (KCI), led by Director Jo Shin-haeng, has announced the 5th K-Beauty Export Regulation Response Conference will take place from October 14 to 15 at the Grand Ballroom, Royal Hotel Seoul.
This conference aims to support domestic cosmetics companies in their global market entry and export expansion by sharing trends in cosmetics regulations from major exporting countries and successful case studies. The conference will address product safety requirements based on country-specific regulations and the latest trends in safety assessment.
As K-beauty's entry into global markets expands, rapidly understanding and responding to regulatory changes in export destinations has become critical for companies. The KCI will examine the latest cosmetics regulatory trends from key exporting countries such as the EU, UK, ASEAN, Australia, and New Zealand, highlighting differences in regulatory approaches, with contributions from domestic and international experts.
On the first day, focusing on global cosmetics regulatory developments, participants will explore regulatory environments of key export markets for K-beauty and recent institutional changes. Lee Jeong-pyo, head of KCI, will introduce the overall flow of global cosmetics regulations and the critical strategies domestic companies should consider when entering foreign markets. Dr. Kenkichi Fujii from Kao Corporation will provide a comparative analysis of regulatory frameworks by country.
The session will also include Nico Shaw Nunez from the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) discussing the comparison between EU and UK regulations, while Dr. Caroline Bassoni from COSMED will emphasize key considerations for brands amid new EU regulations. Dr. Bhashkar Mukerji from First Research will explore ASEAN regulatory trends, and Krystal Liang from Essity will share insights on recent regulatory changes in Australia and New Zealand. The session concludes with Professor Bae Ok-nam of Hanyang University presenting on the current status of safety assessments in Korea and strategic development directions, followed by Son Seong-min, CEO of Wingate Korea, who will discuss regulatory strategies companies should consider for global market entry.
The second day of the conference will cover “Global Cosmetics Safety Assessment and Alternative Testing Methods,” aligning with the growing global trend towards scientific-based approaches and non-animal evaluation methods. Dr. Syril Pettit from the Human & Environmental Sciences Institute (HESI) will discuss NAMs, focusing on advancements in new evaluation methods through international cooperation. Eric Andres from LVMH Recherche will share insights on decision-making in safety evaluation using In Vitro models and the development of alternative testing methods in cosmetic toxicology.
Specific case studies will also be presented, including Professor Lim Kyung-min from Ewha Womans University discussing non-animal-based safety evaluations of plant extracts, and Dr. Chris Choi from Takasago International explaining evaluation methods and considerations for fragrance ingredients used in personal care products. Notably, Professor Vera Rogiers from Vrije Universiteit Brussel will introduce SCCS's safety assessment of endocrine-active substances and the application of NAMs, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of evolving safety evaluation directions in global markets.
A KCI representative commented, “As K-beauty’s expansion into global markets continues, swiftly identifying and responding to regulatory changes in export destinations has become increasingly vital. We anticipate that this conference will provide practical information for understanding regulatory trends and response strategies in a changing regulatory environment.”
Conference registration is open until October 12; those interested can apply through the Allcos Cosmetics Industry Information Portal at https://www.allcos.biz/.
