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Cosmetic Product Labeling in Mexico: Essential Requirements
In Mexico, cosmetic product labeling is regulated to ensure consumers receive accurate and sufficient information, enabling them to make safe and informed purchasing decisions. Compliance with these regulations is essential for manufacturers and importers looking to sell their products in the country.
Import Permit for Products: Requirements for Dietary Supplements
To import dietary supplements into Mexico, it is essential to understand the applicable regulations, among which the prior sanitary import permit stands out.
This permit, issued by COFEPRIS, authorizes the entry of food, dietary supplements, and non-alcoholic beverages that comply with Mexico’s current sanitary legislation, allowing their commercialization and distribution in the country.
IPS Joins CANIPEC: Empowering innovation and regulatory excellence in Mexico’s cosmetics industry
Insumos para la Salud (IPS) proudly announces its membership in the National Chamber of the Cosmetics Industry (CANIPEC), strengthening its commitment to sustainable growth, innovation, and driving clear and effective regulations in Mexico’s vibrant cosmetics and personal care sector.
Regulatory Update COFEPRIS simplifies Advertising & Export Permits
The simplification of procedures for the application of the advertising permit for products and services, as well as for health supplies, and for the export support certificate procedures, has been published.
Tariff Landscape for Medical Devices Mexico-U.S.
On April 2, 2025, the United States government announced the implementation of "reciprocal tariffs" on multiple countries, establishing a base tariff of 10%. However, a week later, a 90-day pause was applied for most trading partners; nevertheless, tariffs on China were simultaneously increased. This decision is part of a strategy aimed at correcting trade balance imbalances and strengthening the U.S. domestic industry.
Importation of Cosmetics and Dietary Supplements in Mexico: Key Aspects
The importation of cosmetic products and dietary supplements into Mexico requires compliance with health and customs regulations, the objective of which is to protect consumer health.
Regulatory Update Mexico updates regulations with NOM-241-SSA1-2025
In Mexico, the Official Mexican Standard NOM-241-SSA1-2025, Good Manufacturing Practices for Medical Devices, has been published, updating the previous version issued in 2021. This modification, in addition to providing more explicit guidelines, aims to enhance regulatory alignment at the international level.
Innovation, Regulation, and Collaboration: A 10th Anniversary Interview with the CIB
In commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of the College of Biomedical Engineers of Mexico (CIB), IPS spoke with Montserrat Godínez, President of this important institution. This interview delves into the organization's milestones, challenges, and future aspirations.
Regulatory Update COFEPRIS Issues New Guidelines for certificate Good Manufacturing Practices
On March 20th of this year, the Federal Commission for Protection against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) published the Guidelines that define the requirements for Certificates of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or equivalent documents, necessary for sanitary registrations, renewals, and modifications.
The Importance of sharing updated documentation in Medical Device distribution
In the medical device sector, safety and regulatory compliance are fundamental to ensuring quality and protecting patients. A key aspect of this process is traceability within the supply chain. As distributors, sharing updated information, such as the Notice of Operation and the Registration of the Tecnovigilance Unit, with the sanitary registration holder is not only a regulatory obligation but also an essential practice to ensure operational continuity and avoid setbacks in procedures with COFEPRIS.