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Federal Regulatory Laws Due Overhaul after MoCRA – Duane Morris Life Sciences Law

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On December 23, 2022, Congress enacted the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA)—the first major statutory change to the U.S. federal government’s ability to regulate cosmetics since 1938. Passed with bipartisan
and industry support, MoCRA expands the Food and Drug Administration’s authority over cosmetics, and creates substantial new obligations for manufacturers, packers and distributors of cosmetics intended for sale in
the United States. Here’s what beauty companies need to know.

To read the full text of this article by Duane Morris attorney Kelly Bonner, please visit the firm website,



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