2025 industry trends

In today’s edition of 'news that only formulators, manufacturers, and regulators will geek out over':

Let’s talk 2025 and what’s coming for medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics. The regulatory world isn’t slowing down, and if you’re in these industries, there are some changes on the horizon that you really need to care about.

Here’s the rundown on five trends that we can expect to see in 2025…

Packaging Sustainability is the New Compliance Headache

2025 is all about eco-regulations, and packaging is in the firing line. The UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme is ramping up, meaning businesses will have to account for the environmental impact of their packaging. Whether you’re selling supplements in shiny plastic tubs or cosmetics in pretty but non-recyclable pots, it’s time to rethink. Biodegradable, refillable, or just plain recyclable—if your packaging isn’t ticking those boxes, regulators (and consumers) will notice.

Post-Market Surveillance Gets Real

For medical device makers, post-market surveillance (PMS) is about to get a tech upgrade. Real-time monitoring of device performance and safety? Yep, it’s becoming the norm. AI-powered systems for tracking and reporting adverse events are likely to become essential, not optional. If your PMS setup is still stuck in the early 2010s, it’s time for an upgrade—or risk being slapped with penalties (or worse, a product recall).

Claims and Labelling Scrutiny: Say Goodbye to Vague Promises

"Natural," "clean," "miracle-working"—whatever buzzword your product leans on, it had better hold up under scrutiny. Cosmetics are facing a crackdown on greenwashing, and food supplements are under the microscope for health claims that don’t have solid scientific backing. So, if your product’s marketing is built on a prayer and a sprinkle of pseudoscience, start tightening it up. Regulators—and savvy consumers—won’t let it slide in 2025.

Tech to the Rescue (Or, Meet Your New Compliance Besties)

If the idea of blockchain and AI in compliance sounds like sci-fi, 2025 might just blow your mind. Blockchain can track your supply chain like a hawk—great for proving ingredient authenticity (hello, supplements and cosmetics). Meanwhile, AI tools can streamline risk assessments, post-market reporting, and even regulatory submissions. The takeaway? Get on board with these tech trends, or risk being left behind by competitors who do.

Why Should You Care?

Because non-compliance isn’t just a regulatory slap on the wrist—it’s lost market share, damage to your brand, and a nightmare for your legal team.

The good news? These changes are manageable with the right preparation and expert guidance. Need help navigating the madness? Taylored Consultancy has you covered.

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