Cosmetic security guidance
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
FDA finalizes draft security guidance for cosmetics processors and transporters without revision following public comment period, the agency announces in Dec. 17 Federal Register notice. Draft guidance, released in March along with food security measures, recommended random cosmetic plant security inspections, inspection of incoming materials for signs of tampering, damage or counterfeiting, and development of a recall strategy (1"The Rose Sheet" March 24, 2003, p. 6) In comments to the agency, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association said it supports FDA's efforts, but noted the guidance may not be applicable to every company in the cosmetics industry (2"The Rose Sheet" June 2, 2003, In Brief)...