Specialized Regulatory Services for Cosmetic & Personal Care Businesses

CTFA provides comprehensive pre-market review, official export documentation endorsed by the DTIC, and regional convergence guidance to ensure your products meet legal standards worldwide.

Certificates of Free Sale (CFS)

A Certificate of Free Sale provides assurance to foreign authorities that the products exported from South Africa are sold freely in the domestic market and meet rigorous consumer safety standards. Authorized by CTFA's Executive Director and endorsed by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC).

Required by customs authorities across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia

Subsidized preferred rates for CTFA member companies

Full verification against SABS standards and Draft Notice R.1469

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Artwork & Labelling Reviews

Our scientific and regulatory specialists conduct comprehensive reviews of your product labelling, packaging copy, ingredient lists (INCI format), metric disclosures, and marketing claims against the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, SABS standards, and Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) codes.

Avoid costly packaging reprints, product recalls, and customs delays

Detailed written compliance report with actionable corrections

Rapid turnaround options available for fast-track product launches

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African Regional Convergence

Africa is one of the fastest-growing cosmetics markets in the world, but diverse regulatory bodies across the continent present complex hurdles. CTFA liaises directly with regional authorities to facilitate harmonized standards and simplify intra-African cosmetic trade.

Coverage of Botswana (BOMRA), Kenya (KEBS), Nigeria (NAFDAC), Zimbabwe (MCAZ)

Access to national statutory instruments and stakeholder feedback templates

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