Starting November 7th, 2023, Mexican Representations in China will no longer issue legalizations. Instead, Chinese public documents must be apostilled by the corresponding Chinese authorities to be valid in Mexico.
Regulatory Update
On December 23, 2024, COFEPRIS published on its website a guide for self-verification of establishments in the cosmetic industry.
The purpose of this guide is to outline the key points to consider for regulatory compliance applicable to all stages of a cosmetic product, from manufacturing and storage to marketing and distribution. It also includes points to consider when receiving a sanitary verification visit from the competent authority.
IPS
Dive into the medical device, cosmetic, and dietary supplement industry trends. We offer a look at what to expect during 2025.
Regulatory Update
On December 4, 2024, an agreement was published in the Official Journal of the Federation (DOF), outlining the requirements for importing medicines and medical devices for the public sector. This agreement allows importing these products without a COFEPRIS sanitary registration, provided certain criteria are met. It aims to expedite supply processes, especially for consolidated purchases under BIRMEX scheme.
