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TİTCK regulations
Turkey Cosmetic Regulations
Navigate Turkish cosmetic regulations with confidence — from ÜTS product notification to Responsible Person services under TİTCK oversight.
TİTCKCosmetic Law No. 5324Cosmetic Products Regulation No. 32184ÜTS Notification
Turkey · TİTCK
CE.way helps cosmetic brands comply with Turkey cosmetic regulations, including ÜTS product notification, Responsible Person appointment, Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) preparation, Product Information File (PIF) compilation, and Turkish labelling requirements — under one roof.
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Requirements overview
What do you need for Turkey?
A summary of the key requirements before placing cosmetic products on the Turkish market.
01
ÜTS Notification
Cosmetic products must be notified before being placed on the market via the national Product Tracking System (ÜTS). There is no pre-market approval. However, notification via ÜTS is required before the product is placed on the market.
02
Responsible Person in Turkey
All cosmetic products must have a Responsible Person (RP) established in Turkey, accountable for compliance, PIF maintenance, and communication with TİTCK.
03
Product Information File (PIF)
A complete PIF including product description, safety report, manufacturing information, and test data must be compiled and kept available for TİTCK inspections.
04
Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
A CPSR prepared and signed by a qualified safety assessor is required as part of the PIF, covering ingredient safety, product stability, and microbiological quality.
05
Turkish Labelling
Labels must be in Turkish and comply with strict labelling rules. Claims must not imply medicinal effects and must conform to EU Regulation (EU) No 655/2013.
06
Post-Market Surveillance
After notification, products must comply with ongoing obligations including reporting serious undesirable effects and notifying any changes in formulation or labelling.
Our services
How we can help
A full range of regulatory services tailored for the Turkish cosmetic market.
01
Product Classification
Determine whether your product is classified as a cosmetic, medicine, or medical device under Turkish law to avoid misclassification risks.
02
Formula Review
Ingredient-by-ingredient review against the Turkish Cosmetic Products Regulation and the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
03
Labelling Review & Translation
Full compliance check and professional translation of label elements into Turkish, including claim compliance with EU Regulation (EU) No 655/2013.
04
Product Notification via ÜTS
Preparation and submission of all required documentation for product notification via the national Product Tracking System (ÜTS).
05
Testing Services
Safety and efficacy testing to support the Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) and Product Information File (PIF) requirements.
06
Responsible Person Service
We act as your Turkey-based Responsible Person, serving as the official contact point with TİTCK and ensuring ongoing post-market compliance.
Regulatory framework
Applicable legislation
Regulatory framework
Applicable legislation
Cosmetic products in Turkey are governed by a comprehensive legal framework designed to ensure consumer safety and product quality. The primary legislation includes:
- Cosmetic Law No. 5324
- Cosmetic Products Regulation (Official Gazette No. 32184, 8 May 2023), which is largely aligned with EU legislation, particularly Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
The regulatory system is enforced by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK) under the Ministry of Health, which oversees product safety, market surveillance, and compliance.
Product scope
What type of products are cosmetics?
Product scope
What type of products are cosmetics?
Cosmetic products are defined as: "Any substance or mixture intended to be placed in contact with the external parts of the human body (epidermis, hair system, nails, lips and external genital organs) or with the teeth and the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, with a view exclusively or mainly to cleaning them, perfuming them, changing their appearance, protecting them, keeping them in good condition or correcting body odours."
Products with therapeutic or medical claims are not considered cosmetics and may be classified as medicines or medical devices. Product claims, intended purpose, composition and mode of action all play a key role in determining product classification.
Examples of Non-Cosmetic Products
- Products intended to treat or prevent diseases
- Products affecting physiological functions through pharmacological action
- Injectable or invasive products
- Products requiring medical supervision
Regulatory requirements
Requirements
Regulatory requirements
Requirements
In Turkey, cosmetic products must be notified before being placed on the market via the national Product Tracking System (ÜTS). The notification ensures that products comply with safety and regulatory requirements set by authorities.
Responsible Person Requirement
All cosmetic products must have a Responsible Person (RP) established in Turkey. The Responsible Person is responsible for:
- Product compliance with legislation
- Keeping and maintaining the Product Information File (PIF)
- Communication with authorities
- Post-market surveillance and safety reporting
Required Documents
The following documentation is required for compliance and notification:
- Product Information File (PIF)
- Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) prepared and signed by a qualified safety assessor
- Ingredient list (INCI format)
- Product label and artwork
- Manufacturing information demonstrating compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Safety and test data (if applicable)
Labelling Requirements
Cosmetic products must comply with strict labelling rules. Labels must be in Turkish. All claims must comply with EU Regulation (EU) No 655/2013 and must not imply medicinal effects.
Notification Process
- Appoint a Responsible Person in Turkey
- Prepare Product Information File (PIF)
- Submit product notification via ÜTS
- Ensure safety assessment is completed
- Products may be placed on the market after the required ÜTS notification has been submitted, provided all applicable legal requirements have been fulfilled.
There is no pre-market approval or authorization system for cosmetic products in Turkey. Products are placed on the market following notification via the Product Tracking System (ÜTS).
Post-Market Surveillance
Products placed on the Turkish market must comply with post-market obligations, including:
- Reporting serious undesirable effects to TİTCK.
- Keeping the Product Information File (PIF) readily available for TİTCK upon request.
- Notifying any changes in formulation or labelling
- Cooperating with inspections and corrective actions
Working Days
Timelines
Working Days
Timelines
Once the Product Information File is prepared, the information and documentation needed for the notification is submitted to ÜTS.
The officer at the Ministry reviews the submitted information, which usually takes around 3 to 4 weeks. In practice, provided that no additional information or corrections are requested by TİTCK, products are typically recorded in the ÜTS system within approximately 1.5 months.
Why CE.way
Why brands choose CE.way for Turkey?
From startups to established brands, we help companies navigate the Turkish market with confidence.
International compliance expertise
Serving clients across 40+ countries with deep knowledge of Turkish and EU cosmetic regulations.
Fast turnaround times
Efficient PIF preparation and ÜTS notification support — helping you complete the notification process as efficiently as possible.
In-house laboratory support
Our own lab in Slovenia provides safety testing to support Turkish CPSR and PIF requirements.
Experience with Turkey requirements
Proven track record with ÜTS notifications, Responsible Person services, and Turkish label translation.
Support for startups and established brands
Flexible services for first-time exporters and large multi-SKU portfolios alike.
Getting started
What's the process?
Three steps to launch compliant cosmetics in Turkey.
01
Share your product details
Formulas, labels, target market. A short discovery call is enough to scope your project.
02
We review compliance requirements
Ingredient review, label compliance, CPSR preparation, PIF compilation, and ÜTS notification — handled end-to-end.
03
Launch your products in Turkey
Receive support for compliant market entry, with ongoing Responsible Person coverage and post-market surveillance.
Turkey cosmetics regulations
FAQ
Cosmetics in Turkey are regulated by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK) under the Ministry of Health. The primary legislation includes Cosmetic Law No. 5324 and the Cosmetic Products Regulation (No. 32184, 2023), which is largely aligned with EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
No, Turkey does not require pre-market approval for cosmetics. However, all products must be notified before being placed on the market via the national Product Tracking System (ÜTS). Products can be placed on the market following successful notification.
The ÜTS (Ürün Takip Sistemi) is Turkey's national Product Tracking System used to notify and track cosmetic products before market entry. The Ministry reviews submitted documentation, and the process typically takes approximately 1.5 months if there are no objections.
Yes. All cosmetic products must have a Responsible Person (RP) established in Turkey. The RP is accountable for product compliance with Turkish legislation, maintaining the Product Information File (PIF), communicating with TİTCK, and overseeing post-market surveillance.
The PIF must include:
- Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)
- Ingredient list in INCI format
- Product label and artwork
- Manufacturing information (GMP compliance)
- Safety and test data (if applicable)
- Product description and intended use
Cosmetic product labels must comply with strict Turkish labelling rules. Labels must be in Turkish. All claims must comply with EU Regulation (EU) No 655/2013 and must not imply medicinal effects. Key label elements include:
- Product name and function
- Full ingredient list (INCI format)
- Net quantity
- Responsible Person name and address in Turkey
- Warnings and directions for use
The CPSR is a mandatory safety document required as part of the Product Information File. It must be prepared and signed by a qualified safety assessor and covers the safety evaluation of all ingredients, product stability, microbiological quality, and overall product safety for consumer use.
Once the PIF is prepared and documentation is submitted to ÜTS, the Ministry officer reviews the information — this typically takes around 3 to 4 weeks. If there are no further objections, the product is recorded in the ÜTS system in approximately 1.5 months in total.
Products on the Turkish market must comply with ongoing obligations:
- Reporting serious undesirable effects to TİTCK
- Keeping product documentation available for authorities
- Notifying any changes in formulation or labelling
- Cooperating with inspections and corrective actions
To navigate Turkish cosmetic regulations effectively, companies often rely on professional support services such as:
- Product classification
- Formula and ingredient review
- Labelling review and Turkish translation
- Product registration to ÜTS
- Testing services and CPSR preparation
- Responsible Person service
These services help ensure full compliance, reduce risk, and support successful entry into the Turkish market.
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