Sunscreen labeling
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Sun care manufacturers will need "sufficient" time to comply with labeling requirements under the OTC drug facts final rule, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association notes in comments submitted to FDA Dec. 2. "The process of reformatting and redesigning labels to implement requirements of the drug facts rule as it applies to OTC sunscreen drug products will be a lengthy undertaking," the association adds, noting its support for the delayed implementtation. FDA requested comments from stakeholders on its decision to postpone the May 16, 2005 implementation date of the drug facts for OTC sunscreen drug products in Sept. 3 Federal Register notice (1"The Rose Sheet" Sept. 6, 2004, p. 5)...