Selling in Canada requires more than an appealing formula — it requires a compliant one. With our cosmetic formulation review service, you can be sure that your product meets Canadian requirements, avoiding costly delays, reformulations, or rejections.
Compliance doesn’t have to be complex and you don’t need to navigate ingredient regulations alone. Let Sobel guide you through each step!
Canadian regulations are ingredient-specific, and even a single prohibited substance can block your market access.
Health Canada enforces strict compliance, meaning non-compliant formulas risk rejection or penalties.
An expert review helps you catch issues early, saving time, money, and protecting your brand reputation.
Our experts make the review of cosmetic formulations clear and manageable, transforming complex regulations into actionable steps.
With Sobel by your side, you gain more than an ingredient check — you gain a partner committed to your product’s success in Canada.
And if you’re looking for complete regulatory support, these services often go hand in hand with ingredient review:
Identify regulatory risks and gaps in the cosmetic formulation and labeling.
Ensure bilingual labeling compliance (EN/FR) and INCI ingredient listing requirements.
Compliance with Health Canada’s ingredient rules is a critical step in your product’s success. Our team provides clear, actionable insights into your formulations, helping you avoid costly reformulations and delays.
With Sobel, you gain expert support to keep your launch on schedule and your brand reputation protected.
1. What is a cosmetic ingredient review and why do I need one?
A cosmetic ingredient review is a regulatory check of your product’s formulation against Health Canada’s requirements, including the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist. It ensures your formula is safe, compliant, and market-ready, helping you avoid costly delays or rejections.
2. What information do I need to provide for the review?
You’ll need to share your full list of ingredients with concentrations. Depending on your product, additional details such as intended claims or “clean beauty” positioning may also be required. Sobel provides a checklist at the start of the project.
3. Does Sobel reformulate my product if it’s not compliant?
No, reformulation is outside the scope of this service. However, we identify any non-compliant ingredients and provide clear recommendations so your team can make the necessary adjustments.
4. Can this service be combined with other regulatory steps?
Yes. Ingredient review is often the first step before cosmetic notification in Canada. Many companies also combine it with safety assessments or formula reviews for other markets (EU, USA) to streamline compliance across regions.
5. How long does the ingredient review take?
It depends on the complexity of your formula. At Sobel, you receive a clear timeline at project kickoff and access to our real-time project management system, where you can track each stage of the review.
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