means:

1. a substance or preparation intended for placement in contact with any external part of the human body, including:
   1. the mucous membranes of the oral cavity; and 
   2. the teeth with a view to:
   3. altering the odours of the body; or 
   4. changing its appearance; or
   5. cleansing it; or
   6. maintaining it in good condition; or
   7. perfuming it; or
   8. protecting it; or
2. a substance or preparation prescribed by the rules for the purposes of this paragraph but does not include: 
3. a therapeutic good within the meaning of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989; or 
4. a substance or preparation prescribed by the rules for the purposes of this paragraph.

Note: An ingredient or component of a cosmetic could be an industrial chemical.

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Cosmetics and soap