Cosmetics Inspection
Pre-shipment inspection of cosmetic cargo, ingredient verification, claim labelling, batch and expiry markings, packaging integrity.
Accredited body
SASO · GSO · ISO 17065
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What is this?
Cosmetic products applied to the body carry concentrated regulatory and safety risk. Pre-shipment inspection verifies that the cargo matches its registered files on Ghad, that labelling claims have not silently changed, and that ingredient lists on packaging match the approved INCI submission.
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Who needs it
Importers of large cosmetic shipments where formulation changes upstream are a risk.
Brands sourcing from multiple co-packers under one master file.
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How it works
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Pre-inspection plan
Confirm cargo details, registered SKU references, and inspection scope.
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Physical inspection
Inspector verifies ingredients on label, claim text, batch / expiry codes, and packaging condition.
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Inspection report
Findings issued in a report accepted by SFDA and customs.
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Required documents
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Ghad SKU references.
Approved INCI lists.
Bill of lading / packing list.
Commercial invoice.
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Why RACS
Inspection scope built from your Ghad file, we know exactly what 'compliant' looks like for your SKU.
ISO 17020 Type A independence ensures the report stands up at port.
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Frequently asked questions
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