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Fragrance and regulation in China
China is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing fragrance markets. The country combines a long tradition of aromatic materials with expanding demand for scented consumer products. Regulatory frameworks are evolving in parallel, with increasing attention to chemical safety, ingredient transparency, and environmental impact. Fragrance ingredients are generally regulated under the broader chemicals and cosmetics legislation, with updates reflecting both domestic priorities and global alignment.
Navigating fragrance in China
Fragrance in a changing market
Consumer preferences in China are becoming more sophisticated, with interest in premium scents, natural ingredients, and product safety. This is driving innovation across the value chain — from local perfumery to multinational formulation. Domestic and international brands are investing in tailored fragrance solutions to meet these evolving expectations.
Chemicals and cosmetics regulation
Fragrance materials are primarily regulated under China’s overarching chemical and cosmetics frameworks, including updates under the Measures for the Environmental Management of New Chemical Substances and the Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR). These frameworks continue to develop, with increased data requirements and safety evaluations for ingredients.
IFRA’s presence and engagement
IFRA works with local partners, industry stakeholders and authorities to share global best practices, offer technical insights, and support science-based decision-making. We aim to help ensure that fragrance regulation in China reflects both the country’s unique market context and the principles of safe, sustainable ingredient use.
Key people
Caroline Li
Regional Director, Asia Pacific
31 August 2026
News
IFRA to take part in CAFFCI Annual Meeting and Expo 2026
Alexander Mohr, President of the International Fragrance Association (IFRA), will travel to Nanjing, China, for the 2026 Annual Meeting and Expo (CAME 2026) of the China Association of Fragrance Flavour and Cosmetic Industries (CAFFCI), taking place from 17 to 19 September 2026.
28 April 2026
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IFRA’s China Working Group visits Nanjing Institute of Environmental Sciences to advance China’s new chemicals regulation
Recently, a delegation from the China Working Group (CWG) of the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) paid a working visit to the Nanjing Institute of Environmental Sciences (NIES) under the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE).
04 February 2026
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IFRA publishes Annual Report 2025 highlighting global engagement, regulatory progress and sustainability leadership
Geneva, 4 February 2026 – The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has published its Annual Report 2025, marking a year defined by global connection, scientific progress and strengthened engagement with regulators, members and stakeholders worldwide.