ICMAD Stands By House Cosmetics Bill, But May Be Ready To Negotiate
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
The Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors calls Republican Senator Orrin Hatch's FDA Cosmetic Safety and Modernization Act "a step in the right direction," echoing the Personal Care Products Council's take on the proposal, signaling potential for industry solidarity at an auspicious moment in Washington.
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