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Aluminum is used frequently in the cosmetics industry for packaging. Not only is it a lightweight metal, it is also very strong and durable, making it a multipurpose material. The metal can be used for many applications from cans to tubes. It is also often recycled, creating less strain on the environment than plastic or other materials. Here are ISO standards for containers and other requirements that cosmetic vendors should meet.

Cosmetic prepackages need to meet international standards to reach compliance with regional jurisdiction (e.g., in Europe or the USA). Common denominator of most national or regional regulations are the standards set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 22715). The following is a summary of what you need to consider for packaging and labelling.

Seasoned communication skills and well planned research are necessary when a buyer is negotiating with a cosmetic packaging supplier. Not only is it essential to make a professional presentation, listening to the vendor's needs is equally as important. Here are three main ways to approach negotiating an agreement with a cosmetic packaging supplier.

Packaging and labelling are two extremely important components to cosmetic marketing. Not only must manufacturers, marketers and supply chain vendors all come together to agree on the most efficient type of containers, they must also be very conscious of government regulations and industry standards. Here's a simplified summary of what cosmetic startups can expect.

Small cosmetic packages are gaining relevance, due to changing consumer behaviour. ISO 22715, section 4.2.1., lays out the basics that you need to know as a cosmetics vendor. This article summarizes what is important for cosmetics manufacturers.

The ISO 22715 is an international standard for cosmetic packaging. This post explains why marketers should follow the packaging and labelling requirements and outlines the important specifications for cosmetic containers.

In Europe cosmetics manufacturers and marketers must comply with the Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products (November 30, 2009). This regulatory framework strengthens safety standards and simplifies procedures for cosmetic products sold in the EU.

When you upgrade your cosmetic packaging, it can have positive effects on your bottom line. Not only can it increase your sales and lower your costs, it can create fresh appeal among shoppers, as more effective retail displays catch their attention. Before making such a bold move, you should consider various cause and effect relationships and how they may impact marketing and company finances.

The cosmetics industry, unlike the food or pharmaceutical industries, does not have to deal with stringent regulations by comparison. Cosmetic companies, however, still must follow rules under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and other consumer laws, but are not required to register or license products. In other words, they still must market safe products. Here are deeper details on regulations that shape cosmetic packaging.