HSA Singapore Health Science Authority
Introduction
HSA (Health Science Authority) is the national authority regulating health products under the Ministry of Health of the Government of Singapore. Cosmetics, medical pharmaceutical and etc. must be registered in HSA to export to Singapore
Following Singapore Health Products Acts for the cosmetics definition, the products except the classified as cosmetic products must be permitted by Singapore cosmetics department.
Products are registered based on this regulation by PRISM, e-registration of HSA.
| NO | Items | NO | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Creams, emulsions, lotions, gels and oils for the skin | 11 | Shaving products |
| 02 | Face masks | 12 | Products for making-up and removing make-up from the face and the eyes |
| 03 | Tinted bases | 13 | Products intended for application to the lips |
| 04 | Make-up powders, after-bath powders, hygienic powders etc. | 14 | Products for care of the teeth and the mouth |
| 05 | Toilet soaps, deodorant soaps, etc. | 15 | Products for nail care and make-up |
| 06 | Perfumes, toilet waters and eau de Cologne | 16 | Products for external intimate hygiene |
| 07 | Bath and shower preparations | 17 | Sunbathing products |
| 08 | Depilatories | 18 | Products for tanning without sun |
| 09 | Deodorants and anti-perspirants | 19 | Skin-whitening products |
| 10 | Hair care products (details in HSA) | 20 | Anti-wrinkle products |
Necessity and Expected Outcomes of the Certification
- Mandatory for entering Singapore market
- Potential Global hub and popularity of K-Beauty, Singapore
- Business-friendly environment and opportunities
Process
- RP in Singapore should be assigned
- Takes about 2 weeks to 1 month per product
GSC is doing our best to support customers' global corporate activities by getting the latest information and expertise through the US FDA U.S Agent that can respond in real time.
