how to get a cosmetic product challenge tested

What should I provide to the lab before my challenge test begins?

Submit finished product samples (500 mL–1 L minimum), full ingredient list with INCI names, preservative claim, intended use, target market (US/EU), and any prior microbial data. Labs also need your manufacturing date and storage conditions to interpret results accurately.

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