From New Regulations to Brand Trust:
What is a Cosmetic PIF, and Why Should You Care?
On July 1, 2024, Taiwan’s cosmetics industry enters a new regulatory era:
All general cosmetic products must have a Product Information File (PIF) in place before being allowed on the market.
No longer just a requirement for EU exports, PIF is now a baseline legal obligation for every cosmetic brand in Taiwan—whether you’re selling skincare, makeup, cleansers, or sheet masks.
And beyond compliance, it signals a new standard of transparency, safety, and international readiness.
If you’re a brand owner, e-commerce operator, or preparing to launch a new product with your OEM partner, it’s time to ask yourself:
Do you know what a PIF is? And are you ready for it?
What Exactly Is a PIF—and Why Is It Suddenly Essential?
A PIF isn’t a customs form or packaging insert. It’s a comprehensive technical dossier that documents your product’s safety, formulation, manufacturing process, testing data, and labeling claims.
In essence, it’s your product’s official resume—a demonstration of accountability and quality assurance.
Under Taiwan’s updated Cosmetic Hygiene and Safety Act, effective from July 2024, every product must have a PIF that includes five key components.
In other words: No PIF, no launch.
Product description and intended use
Full ingredient list
INCI names, ratios, and raw material documentation
Manufacturing process overview and quality control summary
Safety assessment and test results
stability, microbial, preservative efficacy, etc.
Labeling content and justification for any claims
Taiwan Joins the Global Standard for Cosmetic Compliance
While PIFs have been mandatory in the EU since 2009, similar requirements also exist in the U.S., South Korea, Japan, and ASEAN markets. Taiwan’s adoption of the PIF system represents a strong move toward global harmonization.
So if your brand has ambitions for cross-border e-commerce, international distributors, or participation in beauty trade shows, having a fully structured PIF not only ensures local compliance, but sets the stage for global expansion.
How Ladies Biotech Helps Brands Build PIFs That Comply
For many brand founders, the biggest question is: “I’m not a chemist—how do I handle all of this technical documentation?”
This is where an experienced OEM/ODM partner becomes invaluable.
Ladies Biotech, a full-service skincare manufacturer with global regulatory experience, offers comprehensive PIF services that help brands:
Compile full ingredient data
including INCI names, percentages, origin, and safety documentation
Coordinate testing plans and connect with certified labs for stability, preservative, and microbial testing
Ensure labeling compliance, claim substantiation, and multilingual INCI formatting
Provide GMP summaries and manufacturing SOPs for inclusion in the PIF
Offer regulatory guidance on cosmetic function claims and substantiation best practices
Whether you’re launching a new SKU or retroactively preparing for inspection, Ladies Biotech delivers tailored PIF documentation that supports safe, compliant, and timely market entry.
Final Thoughts:
A PIF is More Than Compliance—It’s Brand Credibility
With new regulations now in effect, don’t wait until the last minute. A complete, properly structured PIF is not only about legal obligation—it also sends a strong message about your brand’s commitment to quality, safety, and transparency.
Before your product hits the shelf, ask yourself this: Is your PIF ready?
