What allergen labeling is required in the UK for fragrance in skincare products?

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.

• In the UK, fragrance allergen labeling for skincare is regulated under the UK Cosmetics Regulations, which mirror EU requirements.
• You must list all 26 designated allergens in the ingredient list if they exceed thresholds: 0.001% for rinse-off products like cleansers, and 0.01% for leave-on products like creams.
• This is critical for UK market access and avoids recalls.
• For OEM/ODM projects, MOQs typically start at 5,000-10,000 units to offset costs of GC-MS testing, which analyzes fragrance oils for allergen concentrations.
• Sampling timelines add 2-4 weeks for formulation tweaks and label design iterations.
• We provide test reports and supplier declarations to document compliance.
• Packaging must include allergen lists clearly on labels; we check for proper formatting and language.
• Lead times from sampling to production may extend by 1-2 weeks for compliance checks.
• We assist with documentation but cannot guarantee regulatory approval, as it depends on final product details.