Microbiology plays an important role in the approval process of cosmetics and is regulated by the European Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009. All cosmetic products placed on the EU market must undergo regular microbiological testing. Exceptions only exist if it can be shown beyond any doubt that a certain product is not a target for microorganisms and therefore a contamination can be excluded with a very high probability. Categories of such low microbiological risk products are described in ISO 29621.
Besides the determination of a total number of bacteria according to ISO 21149 and the determination of yeasts and molds according to ISO 16212, qualitative tests according to ISO 18415 for specified and unspecified microorganisms are also performed. The maximum content of germs and the absence of specified microorganisms is described for each product category in ISO 17516. In addition, a so-called preservation stress test must be carried out as part of the development and release of cosmetics. Its implementation is described in ISO 11930.
The BAV Institute carries out all necessary microbiological tests and is also able to respond flexibly to customer wishes and requirements. Together with our partner laboratories we ensure that your products:
- comply with the applicable legal requirements
- meet the desired quality criteria
- are declared according to the rules
We are looking forward to your inquiries.
Tentamus Group GmbH was founded in 2011. Tentamus is a global product and safety group with a core presence in Europe, UK, Israel, China and the USA. Accredited and licensed Tentamus Group tests, audits and consults on all products involving the human body (food & feed, pharmaceuticals & medical, agrochemicals, cosmetics, agriculture & environment and nutraceutical & supplements). Tentamus Group is represented in over 50 locations worldwide. More than 2,500 highly-trained staff members work in over 1 million square feet of laboratory and office spaces. For further information please visit www.tentamus.com.
Tentamus Group
An der Industriebahn 5
13088 Berlin, Germany
www.tentamus.com
Tentamus Group GmbH
An der Industriebahn 26
13088 Berlin
Telefon: +49 (30) 206038-230
Telefax: +49 (30) 206038-190
http://www.tentamus.com
Certified Food-Chemist / Customer Advisory – BAV Institut
Telefon: +49 (0)781 96947-194
E-Mail: bernhard.fellenberg@bav-institut.de