Overview - ISO/TR 24475:2010 (Cosmetics, GMP, training)
ISO/TR 24475:2010 is a Technical Report from ISO providing a general training document to support the introduction of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in cosmetic production plants. It is explicitly designed to complement and explain the implementation of ISO 22716 rather than to add new requirements. The document focuses on the quality aspects of cosmetic products and staff training needs; it does not cover personnel safety, environmental protection, or the safety and efficacy testing of finished products. IMPORTANT: ISO/TR 24475:2010 cannot be used alone - a good knowledge of ISO 22716 is a prerequisite.
Key topics and technical focus
- Purpose and scope of training for GMP implementation in cosmetics production
- Structure and pedagogical approach: grouping ISO 22716’s 15 GMP activities into three major training topics:
- Quality (principles, quality control, quality assurance and GMP)
- Common GMP justification (personnel, premises, equipment, raw and packaging materials, documentation)
- Specific GMP justification (receipt/storage, sampling, release, manufacturing, packaging, QC laboratory, storage/shipment, out-of-specification products, wastes, subcontracting, change control, deviations, returns, complaints, recalls, document management, internal audit)
- General considerations: industry complexity, risks from handling many materials, contamination, deterioration, human error and their impact on brand and finance
- Detailed discussion examples for GMP activities (personnel training and hygiene, premises design and pest control, equipment identification and use)
- Training design recommendations: audience (managerial and non‑managerial staff), frequency, documentation and evaluation of training, inclusion of temporary staff and visitors
Practical applications and who should use it
ISO/TR 24475:2010 is intended for organizations seeking to train staff on cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices and to operationalize ISO 22716:
- Target users: production, packaging, quality assurance (QA/QC), laboratories, maintenance, purchasing, logistics, HR, management, cleaning contractors, temporary personnel
- Use cases:
- Developing internal GMP training programs and induction materials
- Structuring cross‑departmental GMP awareness sessions and refresher courses
- Creating practical training tools (presentations, workshops, multimedia) that illustrate ISO 22716 principles in day‑to‑day operations
- Supporting internal audits and change‑control training tied to quality assurance
Related standards
Keywords: ISO/TR 24475:2010, Good Manufacturing Practices, cosmetics, ISO 22716, GMP training, quality assurance, cosmetic production training.