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Private Label Perfume Manufacturer in Turkey
Kendi Markanda Perfume manufactures private label perfume, cologne, room fragrance, scented candles and car fragrance in Istanbul, Türkiye, for brands, distributors and retailers serving France. The minimum order quantity is 1,000 units per fragrance and per bottle model for perfume, and standard production runs approximately 4–6 weeks after fragrance, bottle, packaging and label approval.
France is the most fragrance-literate market we ship to. Buyers here evaluate the scent itself more critically than almost anywhere else, and the sampling stage typically runs an extra round. Planning for that in the timeline is more useful than trying to compress it.
EU and French-specific requirements
| Regulation | Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 applies, with market surveillance in France carried out by the DGCCRF and ANSM. |
|---|---|
| CPNP notification | Notification through the Cosmetic Products Notification Portal is required before placing the product on the market. |
| Responsible Person | An EU-established Responsible Person is mandatory; their name and EU address are printed on the pack. |
| Poison centre / UFI | Not required for finished perfume. Cosmetic products in their finished state for the end user are outside the CLP Regulation (Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, Article 1(5)(c)). A UFI and poison-centre notification become relevant for non-cosmetic products such as room sprays, reed diffusers and car fragrances when the mixture is classified as hazardous. |
| Product Information File | A PIF with the safety assessment must be kept accessible to French authorities. |
Please note: requirements change and depend on your specific product, formulation and route to market. The points above describe the general pathway, not legal advice. Registration and notification are carried out by the brand owner or importer; we prepare the manufacturer-side documentation that supports the file. Confirm the current position with your regulatory adviser or the relevant authority before committing to a launch date.
Labelling for France
Consumer information must appear in French — this follows both the Cosmetics Regulation and French language law. The Responsible Person's EU address, nominal content, batch number, period-after-opening and INCI declaration are all required. French buyers tend to be exacting about typography and finish, so artwork proofing usually takes a round longer than in other markets.
Fragrance directions for the French market
This is a market where a derivative composition gets noticed. Floral-chypre, aldehydic florals, iris and refined woody-amber accords sit comfortably here, and there is real appetite for compositions with a recognisable structure rather than a mass-market accord. Expect more scent revisions and treat the extra round as normal rather than a delay.
Shipping from Istanbul to France
Road freight from Istanbul to France is the usual route, with sea freight to Mediterranean ports for larger volumes. The Turkey–EU Customs Union applies, so qualifying industrial goods move with an A.TR movement certificate without customs duty. ADR rules apply to alcohol-based fragrance in road transport.
How French brands usually buy
Concept stores, perfumeries, hotel and spa groups, and independent niche brands make up most French enquiries. Buyers frequently want a custom composition rather than a library selection, so the R&D stage is a larger share of the timeline in this market.
What we handle and what you handle
| We handle | You or your importer handle |
|---|---|
| Fragrance selection or custom development | Registration and notification in France |
| Bottle, cap and packaging sourcing | Appointing the responsible party where required |
| Filling, crimping, labelling and packing | Import clearance and duty |
| Batch records and quality control | Local distribution and retail pricing |
| IFRA and SDS documentation support | Final approval of artwork and samples |
Minimum quantities and timeline
Minimum order quantities apply per single fragrance and single bottle model: perfume 1,000 units, cologne 1,000 in glass or 2,000 in plastic bottles, car fragrance 2,000, reed diffusers 1,000, room sprays 500, roll-on 1,000, scented candles 500. The quantity cannot be split. The quantity cannot be split; two fragrances or two bottle models mean two separate minimums, and the same applies to bottles: three different bottle models mean 1,000 units each (3,000 in total).
Production takes approximately 4–6 weeks after you approve the fragrance, bottle, packaging and label. Sampling happens before that window and depends mainly on your response time; custom fragrance development or a custom bottle mould extends the schedule. Registration in France runs in parallel and is handled by your side.
Frequently asked questions — France
Can you develop a custom composition rather than a library scent?
Yes. Custom fragrance development is a separate R&D process quoted per project. It is more common in the French market than in most others.
Must the label be in French?
Yes. Consumer-facing information required by the Cosmetics Regulation must be in French.
How many sampling rounds should I plan for?
Plan for at least one revision round. French projects commonly run one more than average, which is why we schedule sampling separately from the 4–6 week production window.
What is the minimum order quantity?
1,000 units per fragrance and per bottle model for perfume.