Giving Away Perfume or Fresheners at Events: A Permit Checklist
Registrations, safety reports and labeling to check before giving away perfume or fresheners at Korean events.
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Custom perfume and fresheners are increasingly used as event giveaways. Because the applicable rules differ by product type, it is worth checking the operator’s credentials at the planning stage. This is general information, not legal advice.
Perfume: Cosmetics Distributor registration
Perfume is generally classified as a cosmetic in Korea. Distributing or selling cosmetics often requires Cosmetics Distributor (화장품책임판매업) registration. Whether it applies to free giveaways can depend on the product and distribution method.
Air fresheners: safety-standard conformity report
Room, fabric and car fresheners are generally managed as household chemical products, and a safety-standard conformity report may be required per product type. The scope differs by form (spray, impregnated, etc.) and use.
Labeling
- Full ingredient list
- Potential allergens
- Other labeling required for the product type
Before you plan
- Is the item a perfume (cosmetic) or a freshener (household chemical product)?
- Is it sold or given away; blended on site or made in advance?
- Do the operator’s registration/report numbers and product types match your item?
- Confirm details with MFDS / Ministry of Environment guidance or a specialist.
Neander (AC'SCENT) registrations and reports
- Cosmetics Distributor (책임판매업) registration No. 42812 (2024-01-24, Seoul Regional Office of Food and Drug Safety)
- Air freshener safety-standard conformity report HB24-12-2355 (general & fabric use, spray type, 2024-12)
- Air freshener safety-standard conformity report HB23-12-1949 (indoor & car use, impregnated type, 2023-12)
- 30 fragrance ingredients in operation
We review the right setup for your product type and distribution method during consultation.