Regulatory Requirements for Marketing Cosmetics in the United States

Abstract

Cosmetics marketed in the United States must comply with the requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act; the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act; and the regulations published by the Food and Drug Administration under the authority of these laws. This article highlights and summarizes the pertinent statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to cosmetics. It is intended to serve not only as a regulatory overview but also as a guideline to those interested in specific and detailed information as published in the Code of Federal Regulations.