Nation | by James Kariuki
The Sh100 billion-cosmetic products trade will be subjected new stricter regulations to protect Kenyans from harmful products.
Speaking when he announced adoption of eleven new standards, Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) managing director said only tested and approved products will be allowed for sale across Kenya and in East African markets.
“We will ensure quality, fit-for-use and safe cosmetics reach consumers. Kebs will monitor raw material requirements used and limit inclusion of heavy metal as well as microbiological contaminants in products…
