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II. Improved the analytical techniques for medical devices and cosmetics
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for Asbestos Fibers in Cosmetics,” “Method of Test for Imperatorin, 5-Methoxypsoralen,
8-Methoxypsoralen, 6-Methylcoumarin, Musk Ambrette, Safrole, and Trioxysalen in Cosmetics,”
and “Method of Test for Residual Cross-linking Agents in Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers –
Test of 1,4-Butanediol Diglycidyl Ether”. We also revised 2 of the announced recommended test
methods such as “Method of Test for Whitening Ingredients in Cosmetics”. A total of 5 articles
equivalent to 66 testing items in cosmetics and medical devices were stipulated and revised.

III. Hosted the “Conference on Analytical Techniques for Cosmetics”

The “Conference on Analytical Techniques for Cosmetics” (Figure 5-4) was held in
2019 and four foreign experts from Japan, Italy, Malaysia, and India were invited to Taiwan to
share the latest cosmetic analytical technology development from their countries. A variety of
issues like cosmetics quality monitoring in various countries, illegal adulteration in cosmetics,
unexpected residual substances monitoring in cosmetics and new analytical techniques for
cosmetics, etc., was widely discussed in the meeting. Six keynote speeches were conducted and
nearly 160 representatives form industries, governments, academia and research fields were
attracted to participate in the event.

IV. Stipulated “Regulations Governing Accreditation and Outsourced
Accreditation Management of Cosmetic Testing Institutions”
After authorization from the “Cosmetic Hygiene and Safety Act” and discussion with testing

institutions and regulatory experts, TFDA has stipulated the draft of “Regulations Governing
Accreditation and Outsourced Accreditation Management of Cosmetic Testing Institutions”
including six chapters as below. General rules, certification requirements and procedures of

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