SMG 1110.1

FDA STAFF MANUAL GUIDES, VOLUME I - ORGANIZATIONS AND FUNCTIONS

FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION

MISSION

Effective Date: 11/21/1997

1. MISSION

A. The mission of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is to: a. Promote the public health by promptly and efficiently reviewing clinical research and taking appropriate action on the marketing of regulated products in a timely manner.

B. With respect to such products, protect the public health by ensuring that: foods are safe, wholesome, sanitary, and properly labeled; human and veterinary drugs are safe and effective; there is reasonable assurance of the safety and effectiveness of devices intended for human use; cosmetics are safe and properly labeled; and the public health and safety are protected from electronic product radiation.

C. Participate through appropriate processes with representatives of other countries to reduce the burden of regulation, harmonize regulatory requirements, and achieve appropriate reciprocal arrangements.

D. As determined to be appropriate by the Secretary, carry out paragraphs (a) through (c) in consultation with experts in science, medicine, and public health, and in cooperation with consumers, users, manufacturers, importers, packers, distributors, and retailers of regulated products.

2. AUTHORITY AND EFFECTIVE DATE.

The mission statement was signed into law by President Clinton effective November 21, 1997.