Compliance Clock Starts Ticking Under Historic Modernization of Cosmetic Regulations Act

Companies have one year to comply with US FDA registration and product listing requirements under the Modernization of Cosmetic Regulations Act of 2022, part of the $1.7tr omnibus spending package signed by President Joe Biden on 29 December. Trade groups applauded the historic milestone and the legislation’s departure from previous proposals, including the elimination of user fees.

US-based trade groups including the Personal Care Products Council, Independent Beauty Association, and Fragrance Creators Association welcome enactment of the Modernization of Cosmetic Regulations Act, part of the $1.3tr omnibus appropriations bill passed by US Congress in late 2022.

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