Sunscreen Industry's Plan For First Ingredient MUsT Estimates 2023 Completion
Executive Summary
Personal Care Product Council submits work plan to FDA setting 2023 date for completing MUsT trial on one of eight UV filters, with additional trials to follow. Research firm considers the estimate consistent with the industry's experience with the trials, but says it could design and conduct the required pilot and pivotal studies in six months.
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