Cosmetic products labeled as "natural" or preservative-free are top priorities in FDA's oversight work due to concerns about microbial contamination, based on an updated guide for internal use by agency personnel.
FDA Has Eye On 'Non-Traditional Preservative' Use, Updates Internal Guide
Growing use of "non-traditional preservative systems" has FDA's attention, and the agency is advising its inspectors and other compliance personnel to prioritize products labeled as "natural" and "no preservatives" in their sampling and analysis work. The agency's newly updated Cosmetics Compliance Program provides insight into areas of increasing focus for FDA officials.
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