Natural and ECOCERT sunscreen: what is technically feasible

A sunscreen with a natural or COSMOS/ECOCERT objective must be planned from the brief: filters, raw materials, process, packaging, documentation and claims must align with both the standard and applicable regulation.

Natural, organic and certified are not synonyms

Natural, COSMOS NATURAL and COSMOS ORGANIC follow different criteria. The intended certification category should be defined before selecting ingredients or communicating percentages.

Filters and system feasibility

The certification objective affects which filters and raw materials can be used. Protection is not presumed from origin: the final product must comply with regulation and pass applicable tests.

Raw materials and traceability

Each ingredient needs suitable documentation on composition, origin and acceptance under the standard. A supplier change can require conformity to be reviewed.

Packaging and environmental criteria

Container, label and carton should be reviewed against project and certification requirements. Technical compatibility with the formula remains essential.

Responsible claims

Natural, organic, mineral, biodegradable and environmental statements are not interchangeable. Final communication must match the scope actually certified.

Recommended development route

  • Define COSMOS NATURAL, COSMOS ORGANIC or another objective.
  • Preselect compatible filters and ingredients.
  • Review suppliers and documentation.
  • Develop and validate formula and packaging.
  • Coordinate SPF/UVA and safety testing.
  • Finalise certification, labelling and claims before manufacturing.

Frequently asked questions

Does ECOCERT manufacture or test the sunscreen?

No. The certification body assesses compliance with the standard; protection and safety tests follow their own route.

Is mineral sunscreen automatically ECOCERT?

No. The full formula, raw materials, process, packaging, documentation and applicable criteria must be assessed.

Can OKT GLOBAL manufacture COSMOS projects?

OKT GLOBAL can develop and manufacture projects targeting COSMOS/ECOCERT, subject to technical review and the agreed certification scope.

Development and manufacturing with OKT GLOBAL

OKT GLOBAL integrates R&D, quality, regulatory, packaging, scale-up and manufacturing in Spain under UNE-EN ISO 22716 certified by Bureau Veritas. Every project is reviewed against its target market, claims, packaging, documentation and testing plan.

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