What are the standards for cosmetics?
What are the standards for cosmetics? In India, Cosmetics items are regulated under the purview of the Drugs & Cosmetic Act 1940 & Rules 1945 & labelling declaration by BIS (aka Bureau of Indian Standards). BIS underpins the norms for cosmetics for the items cited under the Schedule S of the Drugs & Cosmetics Rules 1945.
What are cosmetics regulated by?
The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetics marketed in the United States are the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA) . FDA regulates cosmetics under the authority of these laws. In the United States, federal laws are enacted by Congress.
Is cosmetics regulated by FDA?
Yes. FDA regulates cosmetics under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). Under this law, cosmetics must not be adulterated or misbranded. For example, they must be safe for consumers under labeled or customary conditions of use, and they must be properly labeled.
How are cosmetics regulated in EU?
The Regulation states that notification must be provided to the designated competent authority prior to placing a cosmetic product on the European market and a Product Information File (PIF) for each cosmetic product must be maintained and made available upon request.
