The development of new and innovative cosmetic products and toiletries places an additional duty of care on retailers, manufacturers and suppliers in regard to the safety and fitness for purpose of their products.
Through our key cosmetic laboratory hubs in the UK and USA, STR is ideally equipped to offer unrivalled expertise for customers looking to distribute their products on a local and international basis.
The manufacture and importation of cosmetic products are subject to wide ranging regulatory safety issues regarding their composition and use. In Europe for example, the EC Cosmetics Directive requires that a safety assessment is carried out on each cosmetic product by an appropriately qualified assessor.
STR is a completely independent quality assurance company that offers its customers unbiased advice and support in order to minimise the risks in bringing cosmetic products to market. Our range of services includes:
In addition to supporting customers contemplating the distribution of product in Europe, STR in conjunction with its US subsidiary, Shuster Laboratories (www.shusterlabs.com) provides guidance and support to companies marketing their products in other strategic global locations.
STR UK is a member of the Cosmetics, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA).