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The association represents the interests of its member companies and actively articulates industry viewpoints to government departments.

The CTFA works together with industry, the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS), the Department of Health (DoH) and international bodies to develop and advise on standards and regulations pertinent to the South African cosmetic industry.

The CTFA monitors international regulatory developments and keeps Members updated on the Regulatory Control of cosmetics and overall legislative changes.

Through international affiliations, European Commission (EC), Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), The Cosmetic Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA), The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), CTFA advises on global harmonization standards.

The CTFA issues Certificates of Free Sale for Member Companies, attesting Member validation and the product list to be exported.

This consists of clear guidelines to explain the obligations of cosmetic companies under the South African Regulatory framework.