Cosmetic Safety Dossier: Navigating Regulatory and International Convergence
Building a cosmetic safety dossier is no longer just a local requirement. With increasing alignment to international standards, ANVISA now demands a well-structured set of documents proving product and ingredient safety — especially for functional cosmetics. In this blog, we’ll show you how to create a robust dossier based on Brazilian regulations and global benchmarks such as ISO 16128, EU CosIng, and SCCS guidance.
Cosmetic or Grade 2: Understand the Categories and Avoid Rework
Before launching a cosmetic product in the Brazilian market, companies must identify whether it falls under Grade 1 or Grade 2 classification by Anvisa, Brazil’s health regulatory agency. This classification directly affects whether the product requires notification or full registration, which in turn impacts timelines, documentation, and compliance risks. In this Blog, we explain the difference between the two categories and how to ensure the correct classification to avoid costly rework.
Registration of Medical Devices in Brazil: Understanding Risk Classes and Regulatory Requirements
To market medical devices in Brazil — from surgical materials to diagnostic equipment — companies must register them with Anvisa, the National Health Surveillance Agency. Brazil classifies these products into four risk classes (I to IV), which determine the level of regulatory control and documentation required. In this article, you’ll learn how Brazil defines medical device risk classes and what is required to bring each type to market.
Registering Cosmetics with Anvisa: Practice Guide for 2025
The regularization of cosmetics in Brazil goes through specific processes defined by Anvisa. With the entry into force of RDC 752/2022, the procedures have become clearer and more digital, but still require attention to detail. This updated guide for 2025 presents a step-by-step process for registration (or notification), explains the risk categories and provides essential tips for avoiding rework.
Toxicology and Safety in Cosmetics: Current Regulatory Requirements
The safety of cosmetics is a growing priority for both regulators and consumers. In Brazil, Anvisa establishes clear guidelines on toxicological evaluation and safety requirements for ingredients and finished products. This article explores what is currently required, with a focus on RDC 752/2022, addressing critical points for companies and professionals working in the sector.
The end of paper at Anvisa! Electronic Protocol is the future of Health Surveillance
The Brazilian Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) will fully adopt the electronic document protocol from March 13, 2025, as established by RDC 947/2024. This change will eliminate the need for paper documents, promoting greater agility in document analysis, modernizing processes and reducing operating costs, especially those related to digitization and physical storage.
RDC 954/2024 -Comprehending the Highlights and Impacts on Drug Registration
The National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) has launched Collegiate Board Resolution, RDC 954/2024 introduces several updates to make the drug registration process more agile and in line with international standards. .
ANVISA’s New Rules for Post-Market Monitoring of Cosmetics: The Impact of RDC 894/2024
The National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) has published two documents on the new rules for post-market monitoring of cosmetics. The Inspection Manual for Good Cosmetic Surveillance Practices and the Questions and Answers on RDC 894/2024 will support the implementation of the new regulatory guidelines and strengthen the safety of cosmetic products in Brazil.
ANVISA Publishes RDC 936/2024: New Guidelines for Health Products and Their Implications for Medicine
The National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) has launched Collegiate Board Resolution (RDC) 936/2024, which establishes new guidelines for the regulation of health products. These changes aim to improve the safety and efficacy of products used in medicine, directly impacting health professionals and patients.
ANVISA Publishes Database for Clinical Investigations into Medical Devices
The National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) has announced the launch of a database aimed at clinical investigations related to medical devices. This initiative represents an important milestone in the health sector, promoting greater transparency, efficiency and safety in research carried out in Brazil.
Advantages of Registering Biological and Health Products in Brazil
When it comes to health products in Brazil, understanding Anvisa’s regulatory requirements is essential. Two concepts often mentioned in this context are product registration and notification. Although both are necessary processes to guarantee the safety and efficacy of products available on the market, they have important differences in terms of criteria, requirements and procedures.
ANVISA Updates Rules for Clinical Research: Innovation and Agility in Drug Development.
In November, the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) announced important changes to its rules for conducting clinical research in Brazil. The new guidelines aim to reduce bureaucratic obstacles, speed up drug development and maintain the strict technical parameters needed to guarantee the safety and efficacy of products. Among the new features is the continuous data submission mechanism, an approach that promises to optimize the analysis and approval processes.