Historically, Congress has sought to protect the health and safety of U.S. consumers from impure, unsafe, or misbranded goods. As part of those efforts, since 1938, the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic (FD&C) and the Fair Packaging & Labeling (FPL) Acts have provided guidelines for cosmetic labeling, covering such topics as how to display ingredients, how to represent product quantities, and how to present safety warnings. This white paper analyzes the current requirements and guidelines under these Acts to help simplify your Cosmetic Labeling.
Note: this white paper was created in 2018. For more current info please go directly to the FDA website.
Download the White Paper To:
- Learn what makes up required parts of the Cosmetic Label
- Get guidelines on what makes a product a “Cosmetic,” a “Drug,” or both (i.e. sunscreen labels)
- Understand the different requirements for Outer vs. Inner Container Labeling
- Take the beneficial next steps in your Cosmetic Labeling Program
