The experts in product regulation
Compliance and regulatory services tailored to your needs
At GCRS we are focused on one thing; helping you to get quality products to market. We provide a full range of regulatory and compliance services designed to help make sure your product meets UK, EU and global regulations for safety, labelling and other needs.
Meet the GCRS regulatory and compliance team
GCRS is a specialist organisation providing regulatory and compliance services to businesses looking to promote a product. Our team supports SMEs to meet all the required regulatory needs for their products, to help get them on the market, including product testing and RP representation.
Learn more about the team by clicking the icons on the right, or contact GCRS now to discuss your product requirements. Based in Cardiff, we serve companies across the UK.
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Amresh Sinha
Amresh SinhaCountry Director India
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Sharon WelchRegulatory Affairs Manager
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Our approach
We are:
- Chemists
- Regulators
- Toxicologists
- Consultants
- Auditors
Benefits:
- Quality
- Reduced Risk
- Sustainability
- Efficiency
- Safety
- Speed to market
- Productivity
- Trust
We do:
- Testing Inspection
- Certification
- Auditing
- Outsourcing
- Advisory
- Training
- Quality
- Assurance
6 steps to launch a product
1.
Engaging with regulatory partners
2.
Putting testing documents into place
3.
Compliance of safety data sheet
4.
Artwork approval
5.
Responsible person mandate
6.
CPNP and post launch services
Ensuring safety of your cosmetic
1. Formulation Approval
Check each ingredient of the formulation, making sure all the ingredients are well within the limits including preservatives, colourants and allergens.
2. Raw material screening
MSDS, COA and other certifications of each raw material, making sure that all the documents are compliant.
3. Label approval
- Claims
- Function
- Precautions/warnings
- PAO
- County of Origin
- Nominal
- Content
- Ingredients
- Responsible Person
4. Finished product documents
Mandatory reports:
- Product Specification Sheet
- Certification of Analysis
- Challenge Test and Microbiological Analysis
- Stability and Compatibility
- GMP Certificate
Certification:
- Organic
- Vegan
- Not tested on animals
Clinical Reports:
- In-use test
- Patch/Open test
- HRIPT
5. Industry leading software
- Uploading all the raw materials on Coptis
- Creating a toxicological profile of raw materials
- Creating a safety assessment
- Notifying the product on CPNP
Do you need help from the GCRS regulatory and compliance team?
For product regulation support, RP representation and testing, call us now on:
Our story
Since 2008, the founding member of GCRS’ team has been in the field of compliant and regulatory services. Our team has experience spanning more than 15 years, and we support businesses throughout their product’s life cycle. We simplify the process for easy and hassle-free entry into both local and global markets, by making sure you are compliant with all the regulatory standards that are relevant to your business and your product.
GCRS is a company that is home to advanced chemists, regulators and policymakers, all dedicated to helping your product succeed. We aim to become your one-stop consulting firm, offering compliance and regulatory services designed to make the process of launching your new product that much easier. We work in a range of industries, including:
- Medical products
- Cosmetics
- Skincare
- Food supplements
And more. We are well-versed in the regulations for these industries, and can support you in ensuring your product meets the standards set by relevant governing bodies. Our services are designed with SMEs in mind. We aim to become a global name for regulatory compliance, and look forward to working with you on your next product launch.