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Many personal care products in the US marketplace appear to be simple cosmetics, yet they also perform therapeutic functions. These products are commonly referred to as OTC cosmetic products, meaning they have both cosmetic and over-the-counter (OTC) drug characteristics. Under the authority of the US FDA, products that both beautify and treat or prevent certain…

Drug vs Cosmetic Intent: How US FDA Determines Product Classification

Feb 16, 2026

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One of the most critical regulatory questions for any personal care product is whether it is legally considered a cosmetic, a drug, or a combination product. This determination is driven primarily by product intent, which is evaluated based on claims, labeling, marketing, and consumer perception. Under the authority of the US FDA, product intent defines…

Cosmetic Product Claims: How US FDA Regulates What You Can and Cannot Say

Feb 16, 2026

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Cosmetic product claims are one of the most common sources of regulatory violations in the United States. While cosmetic labels and marketing materials are powerful tools for attracting consumers, they are also closely regulated by the US FDA. Claims that overstep legal boundaries can cause a cosmetic to be misbranded, reclassified as a drug, or…

US FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) for Cosmetics: What It Is and Why It Matters Under MoCRA

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As cosmetic regulation in the United States becomes more structured under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA), identification and traceability of manufacturing facilities have become central to compliance. One of the key identifiers used by the US FDA is the FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI). The FEI number is a unique numeric identifier assigned by…

Annual Cosmetic Product Listing Update: Keeping Product Data Current Under MoCRA

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The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) established cosmetic product listing as a mandatory requirement for all cosmetic products marketed in the United States. Beyond initial listing, MoCRA also requires companies to perform an annual cosmetic product listing update with the US FDA. An annual update confirms that product information on file remains accurate and…

Form FDA 5066 and Cosmetic Facility Registration: Practical Guidance Under MoCRA

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The implementation of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) introduced a mandatory framework for cosmetic facility registration with the US FDA. At the center of this requirement is Form FDA 5066, the official submission mechanism used to register cosmetic manufacturing and processing facilities. Form FDA 5066 is not simply an administrative form. It represents…

US FDA Cosmetic Registration Process: Step-by-Step Compliance Roadmap for Cosmetic Companies

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The regulatory environment for cosmetics in the United States has undergone a major transformation with the implementation of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA). One of the most important outcomes of MoCRA is the establishment of a mandatory cosmetic registration process enforced by the US FDA. Today, cosmetic registration is no longer a voluntary…

Cosmetics Direct: US FDA’s Centralized Platform for Cosmetic Regulatory Compliance

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The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) has transformed how cosmetic products are regulated in the United States. To support these changes, the US FDA introduced a centralized electronic submission system known as Cosmetics Direct. This platform is designed to receive, manage, and process cosmetic regulatory submissions required under MoCRA. Cosmetics Direct serves as the…

Responsible Person for Cosmetics Under US FDA: Legal Role, Duties, and Compliance Requirements

Feb 12, 2026

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