In the vibrant world of beauty and personal care, T\u00fcrkiye has become a global powerhouse\u2014not just as a consumer hub, but as a major manufacturing and export center. However, if you are planning to launch a lipstick, lotion, or luxury perfume in the Turkish market, you must first clear the most important hurdle: Cosmetic Product Notification.<\/b><\/p>\n
As of January 2026<\/b>, the regulatory environment managed by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (T\u0130TCK)<\/b> is more digital and rigorous than ever. Here is everything you need to know about getting your products onto Turkish shelves legally and safely.<\/p>\n
\n1. The Gateway: \u00dcTS (Product Tracking System)<\/h2>\n
In T\u00fcrkiye, you don\u2019t “register” a cosmetic product in the traditional sense; you notify<\/b> it. This process is handled entirely through the \u00dcr\u00fcn Takip Sistemi (\u00dcTS)<\/b>.<\/p>\n The Golden Rule:<\/b> No cosmetic product can be placed on the market (online or offline) without a successful \u00dcTS notification.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Traceability:<\/b> The system is designed to track a product from the factory or customs gate all the way to the consumer’s shopping basket.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n A foreign brand cannot simply upload documents to \u00dcTS from abroad. You must appoint a Responsible Person (RP)<\/b> residing in T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n Who is it?<\/b> This can be your Turkish subsidiary, an importer, or a professional regulatory consultancy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The Duty:<\/b> The RP is legally accountable for the product\u2019s safety, labeling, and compliance. They must also appoint a Responsible Technical Manager<\/b> (typically a chemist, pharmacist, or biologist with relevant experience) to oversee the technical files.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Before hitting “submit” on \u00dcTS, your technical team must have the Product Information File (PIF)<\/b> ready. While you don\u2019t upload the entire PIF to the system, you must have it available for T\u0130TCK audits. The key components include:<\/p>\n This is the heart of your file. It must be prepared by a qualified safety assessor and include:<\/p>\n Toxicological profiles<\/b> of every ingredient.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Microbiological quality<\/b> and stability data.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Exposure assessment<\/b> (how much and how often the consumer uses the product).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n T\u00fcrkiye is strict about language. Even if your packaging is in English or French, you must<\/b> have a Turkish label (or a sticker) that includes:<\/p>\n Name and address of the Turkish Responsible Person.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Country of origin (for imported goods).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Nominal content (weight\/volume).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The Full Ingredient List (INCI):<\/b> Using international nomenclature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Precautions and directions for use in Turkish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The Ministry of Trade and T\u0130TCK have tightened the screws on digital marketplaces. If you are selling on platforms like Trendyol or Hepsiburada:<\/p>\n Visible \u00dcTS Numbers:<\/b> Product listings must often display the notification status.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Digital Labeling:<\/b> Product images must clearly show the Turkish warnings and ingredient lists to the online shopper before they buy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The notification process itself is relatively fast once your documents are in order.<\/p>\n Approval Time:<\/b> Once the electronic notification is made via \u00dcTS, the system typically generates a registration number immediately, though the Agency reserves the right to review and “reject” the notification if it fails to meet standards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Cost:<\/b> While there is a small annual “product contribution fee” for the \u00dcTS system, the main costs are usually related to the Safety Assessment (CPSR) and laboratory testing (Stability, Challenge Tests).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In the vibrant world of beauty and personal care, T\u00fcrkiye has become a global powerhouse\u2014not just as a consumer hub, but as a major manufacturing and export center. 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2. The “Responsible Person” (RP) Requirement<\/h2>\n
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3. The Essentials of the Notification File<\/h2>\n
A. Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR)<\/h3>\n
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B. The Turkish Label<\/h3>\n
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\n4. New for 2025\u20132026: E-Commerce Compliance<\/h2>\n
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5. Timeline and Costs<\/h2>\n
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