Cosmetics industry manufactures various types and forms of cosmetics according to the Production Permit for Cosmetics granted. Cosmetic production falls into two categories: Production Permit for Cosmetics Class A and Production Permit for Cosmetics Class B.
Cosmetics Industry Class A
Class A Cosmetics Industry is capable of producing all forms and types of cosmetics and has a pharmacist as the technical supervisor.
Cosmetics Industry Class B
Class B Cosmetics Industry can only produce certain forms and types of cosmetics using simple technology and has a Pharmaceutical Technical Personnel (TTP) as the technical supervisor.
According to Regulation No. 8 Year 2021 from the National Agency of Drug and Food Control (Badan POM), the Class B Cosmetics Industry cannot produce certain types of cosmetic forms:
- Cosmetics for infants;
- Cosmetics for use around the eyes, oral cavity, and/or other mucous membranes;
- Cosmetics containing substances that function as anti-acne, skin brightening, sunscreen, chemical peeling, and/or hair dye; and/or
- Cosmetics that require high technology in their production, such as aerosols and compact powders.
Cosmetics industry must implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certification in the production of cosmetics. According to Minister of Health Regulation No. 1175/Menkes/Per/VIII/2010 Article 8 Year 2010, Class A Cosmetics Industry is required to apply GMP, while Class B Cosmetics Industry must implement hygiene, sanitation, and documentation according to GMP.
