What is GMP?

GMP, standing for "Good Manufacturing Practices," encompasses all organizational activities aimed at ensuring cosmetic products are safe for human health and meet required quality standards.

Critical steps in the GMP framework include:

Personnel: Health, training, hygiene, job descriptions, hierarchical structure, etc.
Facility Infrastructure: Ventilation systems, water systems, pipes and drains, floors, ceilings and windows, lighting, waste management, suitability of areas for products and production volume, etc.
Input Materials: Water, raw materials, and packaging (disinfection and/or sanitation, expiration dates, invoice records, stock tracking, etc.)
Specific Areas for Production: Areas where products are manufactured, inspected, and filled, and the equipment used in these processes (cleanliness, humidity and temperature conditions, measures against cross-contamination, batch production records, maintenance, repair, calibration, product testing, etc.)
Warehouses: Designated areas for raw materials, packaging, semi-finished products, samples, and finished products, with designated acceptance, quarantine, and rejection zones, cleanliness of these areas, storage conditions/expiry dates of substances and products, distribution and dispatch, pest control, etc.
Documentation: SOPs, subcontracted services, corrective/preventive actions, audits, complaints, recalls, returns, disposal procedures, instructions, records, etc.

What is Cosmetic GMP Consultancy?

Ensuring that cosmetic products are manufactured according to good manufacturing practices, standards, and guidelines is a necessity for every cosmetics manufacturing facility. The Ministry of Health in Turkey publishes and regularly updates a list of cosmetic manufacturing facilities that have received GMP certification on its website.

For new or existing businesses, you can contact us to establish and implement a Cosmetic GMP documentation system, provide training, and conduct internal audits. If you wish to see your company's name on the Ministry of Health's website, you can benefit from our experience.

Why Should GMP Be Implemented?

GMP practices enhance the safety and quality of a product, minimizing the likelihood of producing defective products.
Compliance with necessary standards increases consumer confidence in the product, enabling access to genuine products with accurate and complete labeling information.
Enhances the reputation and competitive strength of the company. Increased consumer trust also boosts the company's reputation, thereby enabling competitive advantage.
Complies with laws and regulations. GMP standards are designed to protect consumer health and companies are expected to fulfill these obligations.
Reduces costs. By preventing errors and accidents in the production process, GMP standards also help reduce costs associated with product recalls and compensations, thus enabling a more efficient and productive manufacturing process.

Non-compliance with GMP standards can lead to unsafe products, defective or damaged goods, product recalls, compensation payments, increased waste and inefficiency, legal penalties, and consequently, a decrease in consumer trust and weakened corporate reputation. Therefore, GMP standards must be taken seriously and obligations fulfilled.

What to Consider When Obtaining a GMP Certificate?

The process of obtaining a GMP certificate is lengthy and detailed.
Certificate costs may vary from one manufacturing facility to another.
It is essential to work harmoniously with the certifying body throughout the certification process.
Understanding and mastering the standards and requirements when obtaining a GMP certificate is crucial.
Training the personnel in GMP standards is also a process that needs to be planned by the company.
Keeping documentation complete and up-to-date is a key element of GMP standards.

Benefits of Our GMP Consultancy Service in Cosmetics

As a chemical consulting company that has been serving the industry for many years, Chemleg has staff with the necessary expertise and experience. This makes it much easier for companies to understand GMP standards and identify necessary steps. Thus, the process of complying with GMP standards will be accelerated, and companies will prevent mistakes. Unlike companies that fail to manage the process correctly, those benefiting from GMP Consultancy will save time and costs and avoid wasting resources. Through GMP Consultancy, the necessary practices in the compliance process will be completed correctly, thus eliminating the risk of legal penalties. Companies that successfully complete the GMP process and maintain this success will achieve a more competitive position in the cosmetics market and step ahead of competitors with a reliable company image. With Chemleg's GMP Consultancy service, support is provided at every stage of the compliance process, making access to current information and guidance possible.

Considerations When Receiving GMP Consultancy Services

The most important factor that companies should consider when selecting a GMP consultancy firm is expertise and experience. A consultancy firm lacking the correct expertise and experience cannot provide the necessary support during the GMP compliance process. The scope of the service provided by this consultancy firm and its pricing should be clearly defined. Smooth execution of the process requires open and transparent communication with the consultancy firm.

As Chemleg, we are ready to assist you with the GMP compliance process for your cosmetic products.