Key Takeaways
- Official Government Fee & Validity: 900 THB official notification fee per product; cosmetic notifications are valid for 3 years.
- 100% INCI Formula Compliance: All ingredients must use standard INCI nomenclature and comply with ASEAN Cosmetic Directive restricted/prohibited substance annexes.
- PIF & CPSR Requirement: A complete Product Information File (PIF) including a safety assessment (CPSR) must be maintained by the importer for post-market FDA inspection.
1. Step-by-Step Thai FDA Cosmetic Notification & Official Fees
Under the Cosmetics Act B.E. 2558, importing cosmetics into Thailand requires:
- Import & Storage Premises Registration: Verification of the importer's office and dedicated cosmetic storage area.
- Online Notification Filing (SKYNET): Submitting brand name, product category, and 100% INCI ingredient concentrations (official government fee: 900 THB per notification receipt, valid for 3 years).
- Mandatory Thai Labeling: Displaying the Thai FDA registration number, INCI ingredients, importer details, batch number, and manufacturing/expiry dates.
2. Product Information File (PIF) & Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
In alignment with the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, the Thai license holder must compile and retain a Product Information File (PIF) comprising: Part 1 Administrative & product summary, Part 2 Raw material & finished product specifications (COA/SDS), Part 3 Manufacturing method & GMP compliance, and Part 4 Safety Assessment / Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR).
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Before filing the import entry, the importer submits the Commercial Invoice details through Thailand NSW to generate an LPI reference linking the cosmetic notification number to the customs declaration.
Official Sources: Cosmetic Control Division, Thai Food and Drug Administration (cosmetic.fda.moph.go.th).
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View Thai FDA & Import Clearance ServicesThe official Thai FDA government fee for issuing a Cosmetic Notification Receipt is 900 THB per product formula (excluding premises licensing fees, lab testing, or consultancy fees). Importers must register their import premises, file a 100% INCI ingredient notification, maintain a Product Information File (PIF) containing a Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR), and submit an NSW LPI for each imported shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:How much is the official Thai FDA cosmetic notification fee?
A:The official government fee for issuing a cosmetic notification receipt is 900 THB per product, valid for 3 years (excluding establishment registration fees, lab tests, or third-party agency fees).
Q:Are PIF and CPSR required for imported cosmetics in Thailand?
A:Yes. Under ASEAN Cosmetic Directive rules enforced by the Thai FDA, the importer must keep a Product Information File (PIF) including a safety assessment report (CPSR) at the registered premises for regulatory audit.
Q:Do imported cosmetics require an NSW LPI for every shipment?
A:Yes, an approved License Per Invoice (LPI) must be transmitted via Thailand NSW prior to clearing each shipment through Thai Customs.
