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Influential

The CTFA is the cosmetic industry’s voice in South Africa, committed to maintaining high quality and safety of personal care products.

Expertise

We provide all the necessary technical expertise and advice on ingredients, labelling, packaging and product claims.

Dynamic

We are vibrant and dynamic, comprising of multinational giants, local brand owners and small entrepreneurial companies.

Supportive

The CTFA supports a sustainable and respected South African Cosmetic Industry.

Committed to Maintaining High Quality and Safety

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The CTFA monitors and keeps Members updated on the Regulatory Control of cosmetics. We provide technical expertise and advise on ingredients, labelling, packaging and product claims.
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Authoritative Voice

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

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Powerful Regulation

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.

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Policy and Legislation

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

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.
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Certificates of Free Sale

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

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CTFA Cosmetic Guidelines

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

To support and develop a sustainable and respected South African Cosmetic Industry by proactively stimulating actions and developing tools that contribute to its growth and the progress of its Members’ while promoting consumer safety.

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