Does FDA pre-approve cosmetic product labeling?

No. FDA does not have the authority under the law for pre-market approval of cosmetic product labeling. It is the manufacturer's and/or distributor's responsibility to ensure that products are labeled properly. Failure to comply with labeling requirements may result in a misbranded product.
 

• For an overview of cosmetic labeling requirements, see "Cosmetic Labeling and Label Claims."

• For a "how-to" guide to cosmetic labeling, including answers to common questions, with examples, see the "Cosmetic Labeling Guide."

• For links to the cosmetic labeling regulations, see "Labeling Regulations Applicable to Cosmetics."

• For information on cosmetic vs. drug claims, "organic," aromatherapy, shelf life, and more, see "Label Claims and Expiration Dating."

• For FDA responses to industry requests on the international harmonization of cosmetic ingredient names, see "Industry Requests and FDA Responses."

   

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