Effective Date: May 5, 2026
Last Updated: May 5, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Crescent Seoul Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “Crescent Seoul,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of https://www.crescentseoul.com (the “Site”) and all related services, including consultation, quoting, and Korean cosmetics OEM/ODM and private-label manufacturing project management. By using the Site or engaging in a transaction with us, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or our services.
2. Services Offered
Crescent Seoul connects global beauty brands with vetted Korean cosmetics manufacturers and provides end-to-end project management. Our services include:
Cosmetics OEM, ODM, and private-label project management
Formulation development and bulk-sample sourcing, evaluation, and approval cycles
Primary-package, secondary-package (carton), and outer-box matching and design coordination
Compatibility Testing (CT) and Pre-Production Sample (PPS) management
Country-specific regulatory document coordination (e.g., EU CPNP, US MoCRA)
Commercial Invoice (CI), Packing List (PL), MSDS preparation, and shipping coordination
Editorial content on the Site (guides, blog, FAQ, etc.)
Actual cosmetic manufacturing is performed by KGMP-registered Korean factories that we partner with. Crescent Seoul acts as the project manager and matchmaker between you and the appropriate manufacturer.
3. Client Responsibilities
By engaging with our services, you agree to:
Provide accurate information required for consultation, quoting, and contracting (company name, authorized representative, destination market, MOQ feasibility, etc.)
Hold lawful rights to all design files, copy, imagery, and trademarks you submit
Review and assume responsibility for the cosmetics regulations of your destination market (e.g., EU Regulation 1223/2009, US FD&C Act / MoCRA, Japan PMD Act)
Pay each invoice (Retainer, PO 50% / 100%, balance, etc.) by the agreed-upon deadline
Acknowledge that PPS (Pre-Production Sample) confirmation is irreversible and triggers full production
4. Payment Terms
All payments are made via telegraphic transfer (TT) to our designated bank account, or via PayPal for small transactions only.
The typical payment flow is: Product Development Retainer (kickoff) → PO Invoice after final quote (50% or 100% upfront, depending on the client’s accounting policy) → Balance after production (50%) → Shipment. If the amount actually received differs from the invoice due to FX rates or wire fees, a separate bank-evidence invoice will be issued reflecting the actual amount received.
Costs caused by client-side data errors at the PPS stage (e.g., box re-tooling, factory-line idle time) are billed via separate invoice.
Payments are generally non-refundable; however, partial settlement may be possible by mutual written agreement before mass production begins.
5. Intellectual Property and Licenses
You retain all intellectual property rights in the brand assets you submit (trademarks, logos, designs, marketing copy, etc.). We use those assets only to perform the project on your behalf.
Manufacturer-owned intellectual property — including formulations, base materials, and process know-how — remains the property of the respective manufacturer and is not transferred to you absent a separate written agreement.
All Site content (guides, blog posts, imagery, designs, process diagrams, etc.) is the property of Crescent Seoul Co., Ltd. Reproduction, redistribution, or resale without prior written consent is prohibited.
With your separate consent, project deliverables (product photography, packaging, case studies, etc.) may be featured in our portfolio, blog, and social media.
6. Confidentiality
Your brand concepts, formulation requests, quote information, launch timelines, and other project information are treated as confidential.
Upon request, Crescent Seoul will execute a separate Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Where an NDA already exists between the parties, its terms prevail over these Terms with respect to confidentiality.
We do not disclose client information to third parties except where required by law, by the destination market’s regulatory filings, or to the partners listed in our Privacy Policy.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
All cosmetics we manage are produced by KGMP-registered Korean manufacturers in accordance with Korean cosmetic regulations. However, by the nature of cosmetic chemistry, batch-to-batch variation in color, scent, and texture may occur within acceptable tolerances and does not constitute a defect.
We are not responsible for damages arising after shipment due to storage, distribution conditions, end-user usage patterns, allergic reactions, or third-party logistics handling.
You are responsible for safety assessments, label compliance, and the legality of marketing claims for the destination market.
8. Compliance with Laws
You must distribute and sell cosmetics produced through our services in compliance with the laws of the destination market (e.g., EU Regulation 1223/2009, US FD&C Act / MoCRA, Japan PMD Act, Korean Cosmetics Act) and applicable data-protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
Marketing claims that may cause cosmetics to be misclassified as drugs (e.g., “cures acne,” “removes wrinkles”) will be rejected during the design and Text Review stage.
Unauthorized resale or redistribution of Site content may be subject to legal action.
9. Termination
If you breach these Terms or any executed NDA or service agreement, we may, after giving you notice, suspend services or terminate the in-progress project.
Termination of a project before the start of mass production may be effected by mutual written notice and settlement agreement. Once you have confirmed PPS, mass production cannot, in principle, be terminated.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time due to changes in laws, services, or company policy. Updates will be posted on the Site, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
Your continued use of the Site or initiation of a new transaction after a change is posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
11. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Crescent Seoul Co., Ltd.
Email: [email protected]
Address: Seoul, Republic of Korea