Category: Cosmetics
What FDA’s Latest Cosmetic Data Means for the Beauty Biz
Hold onto your mascara wands, folks! The FDA recently dropped a bombshell of data on the registration and listing of cosmetic product facilities and products. While this might not seem as exciting as the latest contouring technique, it’s crucial for the safety, transparency, and regulation of the beauty industry. Think of it as the behind-the-scenes […]
Navigating USDA and FDA Regulations
Cue the scene : You have confirmed FDA/Customs compliance for an imported FDA-regulated product, riding high with not a compliance care in the world – all is set. Goods are imported and then comes the news…the goods have been placed on an “Agriculture Hold.” You think – “What in the world is that? They must […]
How to Handle Import Rejection Like a Pro
As FDA detentions and refusals continue to climb, whether it’s for missing nutrition facts information, or lack of required FDA registration, it reminds us that getting an FDA import rejection notice is about as fun as being stood up on a blind date! While the FDA isn’t exactly sending you a love letter when they […]
The beauty industry is experiencing a regulatory glow-up, thanks to the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). With the FDA tightening its grip on cosmetics oversight, the impact is being felt not just in the U.S. but across international borders. From import/export compliance to global harmonization efforts, brands navigating this evolving landscape must be prepared […]
A Tighter Grip on Talc and Asbestos Testing
New Year, new regulations—(kind of)! As we step into 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided that it’s time to give the talc industry a little more TLC—specifically when it comes to testing for the sneaky mineral asbestos. It’s a big deal because, as we all know, asbestos and talc are akin […]
FDA’s Photo Policy Snaps Back
When the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) comes knocking for an inspection, a company’s usual concerns revolve around compliance, spotless records, and a robust quality system. However, one detail that has increasingly drawn attention has been the FDA’s practice of taking photographs during inspections. This seemingly minor aspect recently became a flashpoint, as highlighted […]
The Bewitching World of FDA-Approved Halloween Candy Colors
When you dive into a bucket of Halloween candy, you’re not just snagging sweet treats; you’re reaching into a cauldron of FDA-approved colors, flavors, and ingredients that make those goodies as vibrant as a witch’s wardrobe. Ever wondered why your candy corn is orange or your gummy worms are a little too green? Well, it’s […]
Navigating USDA Permits for FDA-Regulated Products
What do seeds imported for planting, chicken broth in an imported soup, or vitamins and minerals derived from animal origin materials intended for use in a dietary supplement have in common, you ask? They may all be jointly regulated by USDA and FDA! USDA (US Department of Agriculture) and FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulations […]
Navigating FDA’s Complex Regulation of Homeopathic and Ayurvedic Products
In an era where natural and alternative medicines continue to gain traction driven by a growing interest in holistic and natural health alternatives, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finds itself at the intersection of tradition and science. Homeopathic and ayurvedic products, rooted in centuries-old practices, have become a sizeable industry in the United […]
The Magic of FDA Export Certificates Including New Requirements for Dairy Exports to India
U.S. FDA compliance, marketing clearance, and being in general good standing with the Agency is oftentimes the secret sauce to international markets. Foreign governments and foreign purchasers are keen to understand whether and to what extent exported goods comply first with U.S. regulatory requirements, marking a glittery stamp of approval. To help in this effort, […]
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