Overview
CEN ISO/TR 24475:2013 (ISO/TR 24475:2010) is an informative Technical Report designed as a general training document for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in cosmetic production plants. It is intended to support the practical introduction of ISO 22716 by clarifying training needs and educational approaches. This document focuses on quality aspects of cosmetic products and is expressly not a standalone standard - it requires prior knowledge of ISO 22716 and does not cover personnel safety, environmental protection, or the safety and efficacy of finished products.
Key Topics
- Purpose and scope
- Educational guidance to help implement GMP in cosmetics manufacturing.
- Complements ISO 22716; does not add new requirements.
- Personnel concerned
- Training for managerial and non‑managerial staff across functions: manufacturing, packaging, QC/QA, purchasing, logistics, maintenance, cleaning, administration and temporary staff.
- Training structure
- Recommends grouping GMP learning into three major topics: Quality (principles, control, assurance), Common justification for GMP (risks, personnel, premises, equipment, materials, documentation), and Specific GMP activities (receiving, storage, sampling, manufacturing, packaging, lab control, deviations, recalls, etc.).
- Quality considerations
- Definitions of quality, role of quality control laboratories, and the concept of quality assurance supported by GMP practices.
- Risk awareness
- Typical production risks (confusion, omissions, contamination, deterioration, procedural errors) and the importance of a prevention policy shared by all staff.
- Practical training uses
- Content is structured for use in presentations, courses and on‑the‑job training; may be complemented by company‑specific tools (e.g., multimedia illustrations).
Practical Applications
- Designing training programs for cosmetics manufacturers to ensure consistent product quality.
- Developing SOPs and onboarding materials that align with ISO 22716 principles.
- Supporting internal audits and continuous improvement by educating staff about common production risks and corrective measures.
- Tailoring role‑based learning for production, quality control, maintenance and logistics teams to reduce errors and contamination risks.
Who Should Use It
- Cosmetic company management, QA/QC personnel, production supervisors, training managers, regulatory/compliance teams, and consultants implementing ISO 22716-driven GMP systems.
Related Standards
- ISO 22716 - Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for cosmetics (reference and prerequisite).
- ISO/TR 24475 is a Technical Report produced by ISO/TC 217 and adopted by CEN as CEN ISO/TR 24475:2013.
Keywords: cosmetics, Good Manufacturing Practices, GMP training, ISO/TR 24475, ISO 22716, cosmetic production, quality assurance, quality control, personnel training.