What documents do European buyers typically request for private label hair care (COA, SDS, stability, micro)?

Quick Answer (for busy buyers)

Here’s the buyer-first summary. If your brand name is on the label, you usually act as the responsible person and must ensure the listing is submitted and kept current.

• European buyers for private label hair care products commonly require specific documents for regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
• The Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirms each batch meets ingredient and performance specifications.
• The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is mandatory under EU CLP regulations for safe handling and transport.
• Stability test reports, often covering 3-6 months under controlled conditions, prove product shelf life.
• Microbiological test reports verify the absence of contaminants, essential for consumer safety.
• In our factory workflow, we integrate testing early to avoid delays.
• For example, stability testing typically takes 3 months, so we recommend starting during sampling.
• Microbiological tests are quicker, around 2 weeks, but require final production samples.
• Concrete details: MOQ for hair care starts at 3,000 units per SKU, influencing batch testing costs.
• Sampling timeline is 4-6 weeks for formula and packaging approval.
• Lead time for full production with documents is 8-12 weeks after approval.
• We support all testing and documentation preparation, but final market approval depends on specific EU member state requirements.