{"id":2531,"date":"2022-01-21T13:23:44","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T11:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.elinek.gr\/company\/history\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T16:36:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:36:05","slug":"elinek-s-a-cosmetics-testing-regulatory-compliance-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elinek.gr\/en\/about-elinek-eof-licensed-cosmetic-laboratory-athens-greece\/elinek-s-a-cosmetics-testing-regulatory-compliance-services\/","title":{"rendered":"History"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]ELINEK S.A. was founded in 1997<\/strong> and has been active primarily in the fields of cosmetic product testing, regulatory consulting, and compliance services. The company was originally established by Greek cosmetic manufacturers in order to comply with the then-existing EU directive on cosmetic quality standards. In 2009, the company’s management changed hands, while maintaining the same goals and vision set at its foundation.<\/p>\n

Since 1997, ELINEK has continuously grown and adapted to the evolving requirements of the cosmetics sector, earning the trust<\/strong> of the majority of both manufacturing and importing companies in Greece and abroad. In 2018, after 20 years of expertise in cosmetics, ELINEK expanded into new areas of activity, including Food Supplements and Biocidal \u2013 Disinfectant Products.<\/p>\n

The company’s testing laboratories are licensed by the National Organization for Medicines (EOF)<\/strong> and operate according to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
\nFurthermore, they are certified under EN ISO 9001 for the following scope of activity: Chemical and Microbiological Laboratory Analyses (Cosmetic Raw Materials, Water, Challenge Test, Food Supplements), In-Vitro Testing, Cosmetic Stability Testing, and Testing of Disinfectant Products.<\/p>\n

The inspiration behind the foundation of the company was the late Theodoros Tsiatas, who served as President and CEO until 2007. His principles and values continue to define the company’s philosophy to this day and have been embraced by his successors.<\/p>\n

Quotes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

“No beautiful and ambitious idea is worth anything if the way is not found to be realized”
\n“There is no business without risk”
\n“The quick finding of the golden section is an essential tool for the success of any business”
\n“Honest man: The man who keeps an agreement he has made at any cost”[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]

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Why work with ELINEK?<\/h2><\/div>
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\u2714 EOF-licensed laboratory \u2014 official authorization by the Greek National Organization for Medicines<\/p>\n

\u2714 ISO 9001:2015 certified \u2014 for chemical, microbiological and stability testing<\/p>\n

\u2714 Personal and responsive communication \u2014 every client works directly with our specialists from day one.
\nNo intermediaries, no call centres \u2014 just fast, expert answers to your questions.<\/p>\n

\u2714 Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) \u2014 rigorous standards across all testing procedures<\/p>\n

\u2714 25+ years of experience in EU cosmetics regulation<\/p>\n

\u2714 Full-service support \u2014 from formula validation to CPNP notification<\/p>\n

\u2714 Serving clients in Greece and across Europe \u2014 Scandinavia, Baltics, Benelux, Cyprus and beyond<\/p>\n

\u2714 Qualified Safety Assessors for CPSR preparation<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_cta h2=”Working with cosmetic brands across Europe” h4=”CPSR \u00b7 PIF \u00b7 Challenge Test \u00b7 Label Review \u00b7 CPNP Notification” color=”green” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”Contact us for a free initial consultation” btn_color=”green” css=”” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elinek.gr%2Fen%2Fcontact%2F”]Since 1997, ELINEK has supported cosmetic companies from Greece and across the EU in meeting the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1223\/2009. Whether you are launching a new product or need to update your existing PIF and Safety Assessment, our EOF-licensed, ISO-certified laboratory and qualified Safety Assessors are here to help.<\/p>\n

Based in Athens, Greece \u2014 serving clients EU-wide.<\/p>\n

EOF-Licensed \u00b7 ISO 9001:2015 Certified<\/strong>[\/vc_cta][vc_cta h2=”Download Services Overview (PDF)” txt_align=”center” color=”green” css=””]<\/p>\n

Download our complete services overview \u2014 cosmetics testing, regulatory affairs, food supplements & more.<\/p>\n

ELINEK_Brochure_Services_2026<\/a><\/p>\n

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