Medical devices in Singapore are regulated under the Health Products Act (HPA) and its Health Product (Medical Devices) Regulations 2010.

Cosmetics play an important role in enhancing one’s inherent beauty and physical features. People are increasingly using cosmetics in their daily routine, including various types of fragrances and deodorants. This growing demand for cosmetic products has, in turn, led to the growth of the cosmetics market across the world.

In Singapore, food and supplements fall under the purview of the Singapore Food Agency (SFA). The import and sale of these products in Singapore are governed by the Sale of Food Act and the Singapore Food Regulations. Importers must ensure that their products comply with the Singapore Food Regulations and labeling requirements as per the SFA guidelines. Meanwhile, medicinal and other health-related products are regulated under the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) regulations; including Western medicinal products, Chinese proprietary medicines, and cosmetic products.

Handling chemical products to minimize the risk to human beings and the environment is challenging. Many countries, including Singapore, incorporate complex Regulatory processes to adhere right assessments for potential hazards in the chemical products for humans and the environment during production, processing, and distribution. In such scenarios, manufacturers must consider the GHS framework and information on various country-specific approaches for the risk management of chemical products.