Taiwan Cosmetics PIF and GMP: What Took Effect on 1 July 2026

Short Answer

Taiwan’s final announced phase for cosmetic Product Information Files and the corresponding GMP schedule took effect on 1 July 2026. The PIF duty applies at product level, while GMP applies to manufacturing sites; they should be managed as connected but distinct records.

Key Takeaways

• The final PIF phase took effect on 1 July 2026.
• The third GMP phase for the remaining general cosmetics manufacturing sites took effect on the same date.
• The official notices state a specific exception for qualifying handmade solid soap.

Regulatory Status and Scope

TFDA states that, from 1 July 2026, all cosmetics except handmade solid soaps manufactured by entities exempt from factory registration must establish a PIF before supply, sale, giveaway, public display or consumer trial. [TW-PIF-2026]

TFDA’s GMP notice states that the third phase also began on 1 July 2026 for the remaining general cosmetics manufacturing sites, with the same stated handmade-soap exception. [TW-GMP-2026]

TFDA describes the PIF as containing 16 categories of information and states that the safety-data signer must meet the published qualification requirements. [TW-PIF-2026]

Preparation Priorities

• Confirm whether the exact product and manufacturing site fall within the stated scope.
• Build the 16-part PIF with an accountable qualified signer.
• Map manufacturer GMP records to the product version.
• Document any claimed exception against the exact official conditions.

Practical Checklist

• Product scope is confirmed.
• PIF contents and signer are recorded.
• Manufacturing-site GMP status is recorded separately.
• Exception evidence, if any, matches the official wording.
• The last review date is visible.

How EasyComply Can Help

EasyComply can help structure product-file and manufacturing evidence as separate review tracks and keep open questions visible. The applicable scope and reviewer qualifications still require product-specific confirmation.