As a Key Sponsor of COSMED Regulatory Congress 2026, Cotecna Strengthens Its Role in Guiding Cosmetics Compliance Across the Middle East
Cotecna is pleased to announce that we are an official sponsor of COSMED Regulatory Congress 2026, one of Europe’s leading cosmetics industry events bringing together manufacturers, regulatory experts, laboratories, and international partners committed to advancing safe and compliant beauty products globally.
As part of our commitment to supporting the cosmetics and personal care sector, Aurélie BAFOIL, Cotecna technical manager with a strong expertise in International Cosmetics Regulations, will be presenting an in‑depth session on regulatory access across Middle Eastern markets.
Cotecna Presentation
“Cosmetics in the Middle East: Understanding the Market Rules”
- 2 April 2026
- 16:15 CEST (UTC+2)
- COSMED 2026 – Conference Hall, in Paris
During the session, Aurélie will guide expert discussions on how beauty brands can navigate the region’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. This will include registration pathways, safety and labelling requirements, and the growing importance of halal compliance.
The presentation will also provide clarity on the role of accredited laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, and market access partners in ensuring smooth entry into Middle Eastern markets.
Cotecna’s Expertise in Middle East Cosmetics Regulation
As a trusted global Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) provider, Cotecna supports cosmetic and personal care exporters with dedicated Verification of Conformity (VOC) programs for the Middle East, including:
- SFDA Cosmetics Conformity Assessment Programme in Saudi Arabia
Cotecna is authorised to issue Certificates of Conformity for all regulated cosmetic products entering the Kingdom, ensuring compliance with SFDA standards and requirements. - Gulf regulations in GCC Region
Our experts ensure cosmetic products meet harmonized Gulf regulations (GSO 1943/2016 and GSO 2528/2016) and provide guidance and checks on formulation, safety evaluation, labelling and claims. - ECAS Certification for Cosmetics in UAE
Cotecna helps exporters obtain ECAS Certificates to ensure cosmetic products meet UAE safety, labelling, and GSO compliance requirements before they can enter the market. - Additional VOC/CBCA programs across key markets in Middle East and Africa countries
Cotecna supports manufacturers and exporters seeking regulatory clearance and smooth customs processes for their cosmetics products.
Cotecna’s Extensive Laboratory Network
Through our network of ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories including Neotron, we provide analytical testing, safety assessments, heavymetal screening, microbiological analysis, stability studies, and packaging/label compliance checks tailored to cosmetics and personalcare products.
A Growing Commitment to the Cosmetics Industry
Our sponsorship of COSMED 2026 reflects Cotecna’s expanding role as a global partner for cosmetics compliance, helping brands ensure product safety, regulatory alignment, and successful market entry across the Middle East, GCC, Africa, and beyond.
To find out more about Cotecna and cosmetics download our free Cosmetics Brochure or contact us.
About Cotecna
For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.