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FDA Releases Regulatory Science Plan

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released Strategic Plan for Regulatory Science, its initiative to modernize the tools and methods that the agency uses to evaluate whether the products it regulates are safe for consumers.

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FDA Approves Hair Growth Laser

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a hand-held, at-home device that claims to regrow hair for men and women.

FDA Alert on Hydroquinone

After reviewing literature on hydroquinone, the FDA announced additional studies are needed to rule out its potential carcinogenic risk.

FDA and SDA Address Triclosan Concern

The FDA updated its Web site on Apr. 8, 2010, with its most recent information on triclosan. According to the FDA, triclosan provides a benefit to a number of personal care products, and it does not have sufficient safety evidence to recommend changing consumer use of products that contain triclosan. However, the FDA also did not have evidence that triclosan provided any additional benefit when added to antibacterial soaps and body washes.

FDA Issues New Guidances on Nanotechnology

The US Food and Drug Administration has issued two new draft guidances on the use of nanotechnology by the cosmetics and foods industries.

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China FDA Cracks Down on Cosmeceuticals

China's cosmetic market is likely to be rocked by policies that prohibit medical claims for cosmetic products, along with additional ingredient regulations.

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FDA Cracks Down on Skin Lighteners

Skin whitening products walk the line between cosmetics and drugs, and often carry dangerous side effects. Flawless Beauty's injectable whitening products were struck down by a federal judge, putting lightening products under the lens.

FDA Regulates Cattle Materials in Cosmetics

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a final rule regulating the use of cattle materials in human food and cosmetics.

New Black Pigment Approved By FDA

D&C Black No. 3, or "bone black," has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for formulation into eye shadow, eyeliner, mascara and face powder.

FDA Petitioned to Assess Nanotech Risk

CTA and a coalition of consumer, health and environmental groups called on the FDA to address nanomaterials in consumer products.

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FDA Overhauls Advisory Committee

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has disclosed details of its efforts to improve its advisory committees of experts.

FDA Appoints General Counsel

Gerald F. Masoudi has been appointed as associate general counsel/chief counsel of the Food and Drug Division of the United States Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the General Counsel.

FDA Releases Nanotech Report

The International Center for Technology Assessment (ICTA) has reported that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be releasing an internal task force report and recommendations on nanotechnology oversight by the end of this month.

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US FDA Releases Report on Color Additives

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has released is first quarter report for 2019 on certified color additives.

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Facing a Recall? The FDA Offers Advice

In order for a recall to be effective, timely (and as painless as possible), it’s crucial that companies be prepared to take all necessary steps once it is initiated. The U.S. FDA is drafting a guidance to help.

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FDA Updates CFSAN Education Resource Library

Designed for personal and professional use, the library covers cosmetic safety, dietary supplements, food safety, nutrition and industry information such as food defense.

The FDA does not intend to enforce the requirements related to cosmetic product facility registration and cosmetic product listing for an additional six months after the December 29, 2023, deadline.

FDA Delays MoCRA Enforcement by 6 Months

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it will delay the enforcement of facility registration and product listing requirements under MoCRA for six months after the Dec. 29, 2023, deadline to give the industry "sufficient time" to submit.

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FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Topical Drugs

Contact dermatitis from topical drugs and human safety are the topics in a recently issued guidance document made available by the FDA. Comments are sought through May 8, 2020.

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