Guidance on US FDA Cosmetic Facility Registration under MoCRA

In a significant move on August 7, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unveiled a draft guidance on cosmetic facility registrations and product listings (draft guidance). As a crucial supporting document of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA), this draft guidance is open for public consultation until September 7, 2023. The […]
How to Conduct Cosmetic Product Listing under US MoCRA?

On August 7, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a draft guidance on cosmetic facility registrations and product listings (draft guidance). This document, available for public consultation until September 7, 2023, holds significant relevance under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). The draft guidance refines the requirements for cosmetic […]
What is INCI Name? An In-Depth Guide for International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient

The INCI Name is a systematic designation employed worldwide to identify cosmetic ingredients. Developed, reviewed, and assigned by the International Nomenclature Committee (INC), the INCI Name is officially published in the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook by the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) and is available through the wINCI online database. It is important […]
Guide to US FDA Cosmetic Registration

Understanding the regulatory landscape is crucial for companies operating in the U.S. cosmetic industry. This article provides an overview of the federal regulations, the role of the FDA, the definition of cosmetic products, and the recent changes brought about by the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). We also highlight the importance of facility registration, product listing, […]