Decision No. 24/2006/QD-BYT on the implementation and guidance for the application of the principles and standards of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations

Decision No. 24/2006/QD-BYT of the Ministry of Health stipulates the implementation and guidance for the application of the principles and standards of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations at cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam. The Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Document No.24/2006/QĐ-BYT
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Health
Signed byTrần Thị Trung Chiến — Bộ trưởng
Updated29/06/2026
SectorHealth
FieldUncategorized
Issued date14/08/2006
Effective date26/09/2006
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 24/2006/QD-BYT of the Ministry of Health stipulates the implementation and guidance for the application of the principles and standards of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations at cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam. The Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Scope of application

Cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam

Key points

  • Cosmetic manufacturing facility → apply the principles and standards of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
  • The Ministry of Health → issue guidelines for implementing the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics".
  • The Vietnam National Medicines Administration → be responsible for organizing the implementation and application of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" at cosmetic manufacturing facilities.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Enhance the quality of cosmetic products, protect consumer health.
  • Negative impact: May increase investment costs for cosmetic manufacturing facilities to meet new requirements.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What principles must cosmetic manufacturing facilities apply?

Cosmetic manufacturing facilities must apply the principles and standards of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

When does this Decision come into effect?

The Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Are there specific guidelines for "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics"?

Yes, attached to this Decision are guidelines for implementing the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics".

Who is responsible for organizing the implementation and application of "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics"?

The Vietnam National Medicines Administration is responsible for organizing the implementation and application of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics".

To which cosmetic manufacturing facilities does this Decision apply?

The Decision applies to cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam.

Full text

MINISTRY OF HEALTH

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 24/2006/QĐ-BYT
Hanoi, August 14, 2006

Pursuant to …;

Regarding the implementation and guidance on the application of principles and standards

"Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations

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THE MINISTER OF HEALTH

Pursuant to the Quality Goods Ordinance dated December 24, 1999;

Pursuant to Decree No. 179/2004/NĐ-CP dated October 21, 2004 of the Government stipulating State Management of Product Quality;

Pursuant to Decree No. 49/2003/NĐ-CP dated May 15, 2003 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, authorities, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Health;

Considering the proposal of the Director General of the Vietnam Drug Administration Bureau,

DECISION:

Article 1. Implementing the principles and standards "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (CGMP-ASEAN) at cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam.

Article 2. Issuing along with this Decision guidelines for implementing the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

Article 3. The Standard Measurement Quality Control Department shall be responsible for organizing and guiding the implementation of the Regulations adopted herein.

Article 4. The Director General of the Vietnam Drug Administration Bureau shall be responsible for organizing the implementation of the "Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics" of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations at cosmetic manufacturing facilities in Vietnam.

Article 5. Gentlemen/Ladies: Head of the Office, Inspector General of the Ministry of Health, Director General of the Vietnam Drug Administration Bureau, Heads of units under the Ministry, Directors of Provincial Health Departments, Municipal Health Departments directly under the Central Government, and Heads of health sector units shall be responsible for enforcing this Decision.

THE MINISTER
(Signed)
Tran Thi Trung Chien
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