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# Name Type Agency Description Law Valid To Apply To
1 Requirement to register cosmetics for import Registration Requirement Ministry of Health To import cosmetics, it is necessary to register with Department of Food and Drug, Ministry of Health. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. 9999-12-31 ALL
2 Importer registration required - Cosmetic products Registration Requirement Ministry of Health Any individual, legal entity, or organization wishing to import cosmetic products must obtain an import business license from the Department of Food and Drug Administration. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
3 Exporter registration required - Cosmetic products Registration Requirement Ministry of Health Any individual, legal entity, or organization intending to export cosmetic products must first obtain an import business license from the Department of Food and Drug Administration. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
4 Import License Required - Cosmetic Products Permit Requirement Ministry of Health The importation of cosmetic products requires approval from the capital and provincial health departments in accordance with the applicable regulations.
  1. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023.
  2. Law on Drugs and Medical Products (Amendment) No.07/NA, Dated 10 March 2026
 (not set) ALL
5 Export License Required - Cosmetic Products Permit Requirement Ministry of Health The export of cosmetic products must be approved by the Department of Health of the capital or province in accordance with the applicable regulations
  1. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023.
  2. Law on Drugs and Medical Products (Amendment) No.07/NA, Dated 10 March 2026
 (not set) ALL
6 Standard requirements for cosmetic products TBT Ministry of Health Cosmetic products must comply with the standards established by the Ministry of Health and conform to the ASEAN Cosmetic Regulations. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
7 Restricted Chemical Requirements - Cosmetic Products TBT Ministry of Health The Ministry of Health is responsible for determining the list of substances and ingredients that are permitted, restricted in quantity, or prohibited for use in cosmetic formulations under the Lao PDR regulations. These regulations are aligned with the latest revision of the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, which consists of five appendices. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
8 Inspection Requirements for Imported Cosmetic Products Inspection Requirement Ministry of Health Imported cosmetic products must undergo inspection by Food and Drug Administration officials at the border checkpoint. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
9 Inspection Requirements for exported Cosmetic Products Inspection Requirement Ministry of Health Exported cosmetic products must undergo inspection by Food and Drug Administration officials at the border checkpoint. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
10 Cosmetic products must be imported through officially designated checkpoints. General Ministry of Health Cosmetic products must be imported through designated international border checkpoints. Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
11 Cosmetic products must be exported through officially designated checkpoints. General Ministry of Health Cosmetic products must be exported through designated international border checkpoints Decision on the Controlling Cosmetic Products (Amendment), No. 1626/MOH, dated 21 July 2023. (not set) ALL
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