KOTITI Testing & Research Institute (Chairman Jung Soo Kim) has been designated as a cosmetic inspection institute from Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in November 8th. Since its foundation in 1961, KOTITI has led the development of Korean textile industries and expanded its business area to water analysis, E&E products. Also it is now actively participating in R&D for new material and new technology. By designated as cosmetic inspection institute after strict qualification screening, KOTITI is now able to inspect imported cosmetics, domestic produced/distributed cosmetics KOTITI has equipped various analyzing equipments such as liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, mass spectrometer, mercury autoanalyser, ICP-MS for analyzing heavy metals (lead, arsenic, antimony, cadmium and others), hazard substances (1.4-dioxane, phthalate, formaldehyde), and microorganisms. Also, KOTITI can provide analyzing service for the effect of functional cosmetics such as whitening, wrinkle improvement, anti- ultraviolet effects. KOTITI made a new leap forward and became the truly the best comprehensive testing institute by this designation. KOTITI will do its best to contribute to improve health and safety of the nation as well as supporting development of the cosmetic industry.