In Brief: ICMAD On OTC Monograph System; NSF Natural Standard; More
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors recognizes the need for improvement but urged FDA to maintain ingredient approval under its OTC drug monograph system at the agency’s March 26 hearing; NSF provides an updated timeline for its natural personal-care standard; more news in brief.
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