Barb Wilkie's EHN Website
Last updated 2008

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What does the FDA know about synthetic scents and the products with "fragrance" on the label?

The FDA Modernization Act of 1997 (PL 105-115) affirmed FDA's
public health protection role and defined the Agency's mission
(http://www.fda.gov/opacom/morechoices/mission.html):

" 1.To promote the public health by promptly and efficiently reviewing clinical
research and taking appropriate action on the marketing of regulated products in a
timely manner; [which, of course, excludes the chemical synthetic fragrance formulations - barb]

" 2.With respect to such products, protect the public health by ensuring that foods
are safe, wholesome, sanitary, and properly labeled; human and veterinary drugs
are safe and effective; there is reasonable assurance of the safety and effectiveness of
devices intended for human use; cosmetics are safe and properly labeled, and;
public health and safety are protected from electronic product radiation; . . ."
Note: Regarding safety of drugs ... see EHN's General Links pages:
Page D, Drugs
http://ehnca.org/www/ehnlinx/d.htm#Drugs
Page V, Vaccines
http://ehnca.org/www/ehnlinx/v.htm#Vaccines

Re: safety AND proper labeling of cosmetics, go immediately to FDA Petition
http://ehnca.org/www/FDApetition/bkgrinfo.htm

If YOU (or your children or elderly parents) are among the millions who suffer
adverse reactions to synthetic scents, TELL IT TO THE FDA. If the FDA
does not hear from you, they sure as heck won't believe us! See the Sample Letter
and adjust to suit your needs. -- barb
http://ehnca.org/www/FDApetition/sampletr.htm#SAMPLE

FDA Homepage
http://www.fda.gov/

We've learned from and FDA staff person: "A good FDA information
site on the web is: FDA Web Site Index
http://www.fda.gov/opacom/hpchoice.html.
This site has an alphabetical listing which should include most
categories you might be interested in.


• Asthma: Breathing Better: Action Plans Keep Asthma in Check
  "...Common asthma triggers include dust, pollen, cockroaches, cold air,
  smoke, and other strong odors, such as paint, cleaning fluids, perfume,
  hair spray, and powder. ..." [emphasis added]
  http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/2003/203_asthma.html

   

• HOW TO OBTAIN FDA REGULATIONS
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/ob-reg.html

   

• The Story Of The Laws Behind The Labels
  The Long Struggle For The 1906 Law
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/history2.html
  
  
• The Food and Drugs Act, Part I
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/history1.html
  
  
• 1938--The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, Part II
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/histor1a.html
  
  
• 1962 Drug Amendments, Part III
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/histor1b.html
  
  
• FDA's Food and Cosmetics International Activities
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~comm/intl-toc.html

   

  • 1st Cosmetics Harmonization and International Cooperation Meeting (CHIC)
    Brussels, Belgium - Summary
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-ch99.html

     

  • 2nd Cosmetics Harmonization and International Cooperation (CHIC) Meeting
    Washington, D.C.; May 8-9, 2000 - Summary
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-ch00.html

     

• FDA Recall Policy for Cosmetics
  "FDA has no authority under the FD&C Act to order a recall of a cosmetic, although
  it can request that a firm recall a product. However, we do have an active role in recalls. ..."
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/recall3.html

   

• Center for Devices and Radiological Health
  

   

  • TITLE 21--FOOD AND DRUGS
    CHAPTER I--FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
    DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
    PART 172--FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
    http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?FR=172.515

     

• Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (FDA)
  CFSAN PRIORITY-SETTING MEETING; June 1998
  "Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association
  "MR. KAVANAUGH: ...' We support a vigorous CFSAN program for cosmetics. We
  want to strengthen our long-standing cooperation with FDA through our industry
  voluntary programs. .... We recognize that cosmetics are not, and clearly should not
  be, CFSAN's top priority. '"
  
  Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors Association
  "MS. JOHNSON: ... 'There are too few employees to monitor safety questions when they
  occur. Consumers trust the FDA to protect them from unsafe cosmetic products.
  Cutbacks in the Office of Cosmetics and Colors directly and irrevocably undermines
  this trust.'"
  
  But, the FDA cannot really protect the consumer . . . certainly not from inadequately tested
  chemicals used to concoct synthetic scents used in a wide array of products. And, have you ever
  wondered why fragrances (cosmetics) are not a high priority for the FDA? -- barb
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cfsa698b.html#_B7_1

   

• Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products
  Reporting Problem Products to FDA
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-comp.html

   

  • Problem Reporting
    (Web page created by tg 2000-OCT-30. Last updated by tg 2003-JAN-23.)
    "Cosmetics
    " Send reports about adverse reactions to cosmetics, as well as problems
    such as filth, decomposition, or spoilage, to:
       FDA, Office of Cosmetics and Colors (HFS-106)
       5100 Paint Branch Parkway
       College Park, MD 20740-3835. "
    http://www.fda.gov/opacom/backgrounders/problem.html

     

    Reports
    Note: When you go through these reports, make note of codes, in the 04 series. For example,
    04A designates cologne and toilet water. If you see 04B, you know it is perfume. Further to the
    right, IN is for injury and PA is for the body part suffering the injury. -- barb
    
    • 1995 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop95.html

       

    • 1996 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop96.html

       

    • 1997 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop97.html

       

    • 1998 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop98.html

       

    • 1999 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop99.html

       

    • 2000 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop00.html

       

    • 2001 Annual Report
      http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/costop01.html

       

• COSMETIC LABELING GUIDE
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-lab3.html

   

  • Fragrances and Flavors
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-lab3.html#clgl4

     

• Cosmetics and Colors
  Stakeholders Meeting - Washington, DC - January 22, 1999
  Why is the FDA so quick to consider costs to the industry, but not costs to health and life --
  costs which are beyond measure -- that are suffered by people because of the chemical concoctions
  known as fragrances that are in widespread use without the benefit of adequate testing ?
  Betty Bridges, RN and Dr. Lawrence Plumlee testify. -- barb
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos0199.html

   

• Cosmetics Compliance Program
  DOMESTIC COSMETICS PROGRAM
  Issued July 31, 2000
  "...Cosmetics are defined in the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act as articles intended to be
  applied to, or introduced into, the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting
  attractiveness or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or
  function. Articles intended for use as components of cosmetic products are also considered
  cosmetics. Soap meeting the parameter of 21 CFR 701.20(a)(1) and (a)(2), is
  excluded from the term 'cosmetic'. ..."

  "...It has been estimated that consumer expenditures for cosmetics exceed *35 billion*
  dollars annually. It is further estimated that the marketed cosmetics are being produced
  in more than 1400 domestic manufacturing and repacking establishments and
  represent more than 25,000 product formulations. About *10,500* different cosmetic
  ingredients and a similar number of fragrance ingredients are being used by the cosmetic
  industry. ..."
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~comm/cp29001.html

   

• Cosmetics and drugs defined
  Is It a Cosmetic, a Drug, or Both? (or Is It Soap?)
  "The legal difference between a cosmetic and a drug is determined by a product's
  intended use. Different laws and regulations apply to each type of product. Firms
  sometimes violate the law by marketing a cosmetic with a drug claim, or by marketing
  a drug as if it were a cosmetic, without adhering to requirements for drugs.
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-218.html

   

  • FDA does not have a premarket approval system for cosmetic products or
    ingredients, with the important exception of color additives.
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-218.html

     

• Cosmetic Handbook
  " ... A cosmetic is misbranded if its labeling is false or misleading, if it does not bear the
  required labeling information, or if the container is made or filled in a deceptive manner. ..."
  "...If the safety of a cosmetic is not adequately substantiated, the product may be
  considered misbranded and may be subject to regulatory action unless the label bears
  the following statement: "Warning - The safety of this product has not been
  determined." See 21 CFR 740.10.
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-hdb1.html

  Have you seen that warning on the label of synthetic scented products? I haven't either.
  Do see EHN's FDA Petition, requesting the FDA require that warning as fragrances are
  released to market without adequate testing for effects upon inhalation, absorption, neurotoxic
  and systemic effects, or effects upon long-term use. -- barb
  FDA Petition, with Analyses
  http://www.ehnca.org/www/FDApetition/bkgrinfo.htm

   

  • 3. Cosmetic Product-Related Regulatory Requirements and Health Hazard Issues
    Ingredient Labeling
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-hdb3.html

     

• Databases on the FDA Website
  Danged if I could find Cosmetics or Fragrances in this list. They've got drugs, including
  animal drugs, and food and medical devices, but not something for products you apply to your
  body and breate into your body 24 hours arund the clock. -- barb
  http://www.fda.gov/search/databases.html

   

• Dockets Mangement
  From here you can see peoples' response to FDA dockets. If you enter "Eternity" it will
  bring up EHN's petition -- 99P-1340. -- barb http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/

   

  • Dockets for 2004
    http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/dailys04.htm

     

  • Dockets for 2003
    http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/dailys03.htm

     

  • Dockets for 2002
    http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/dailys02.htm

     

  • Dockets for 2001
    http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/dailys01.htm

     

  • Dockets for 2000
    http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/dailys00.htm

    Alas, they have stripped away access to 1999 records, which was the year EHN filed its petition, assigned Docket Number 99P-1340. You might try requesting they re-instate that database;
    I've had no success. -- barb

     

• FDA's Food and Cosmetic Regulatory Responsibilities
  A summary of the legal requirements affecting manufacture and distribution of food
  and cosmetic products within and imported into the United States
  
  "... Approval by FDA is not required to market a cosmetic in the United States. With the
  exception of color additives and a few prohibited or restricted ingredients, cosmetic
  manufacturers may, on their own responsibility, use essentially any raw material as a
  cosmetic ingredient and market the product without approval. [Emphasis added -- barb]
  
  "Therapeutic claims, either actual or implied, are not appropriate in the labeling of
  cosmetics. Products that are cosmetics but are also intended to treat or prevent disease,
  or affect the structure or functions of the body, are considered to be both drugs and
  cosmetics, and must comply with both the drug and cosmetic provisions of the law. ..."
  
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/regresp.html
  
  
• Cosmetic Safety: More Complex Than at First Blush
  by Dori Stehlin
  "Allergic Reactions
  
  "Do the preservatives themselves pose any safety risk?
  
  "According to a study of cosmetic reactions conducted by the North American Contact
  Dermatitis Group, preservatives are the second most common cause of allergic and
  irritant reactions to cosmetics. Fragrances are number one. Although the study is more
  than 10 years old, the results can still be considered valid today, says Harold R. Minus,
  M.D., an associate professor of dermatology at Howard University Hospital. (For
  more information on this study, see "Cosmetic Allergies" in the November 1986 FDA
  Consumer.)
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-safe.html

   

• Databases on the FDA Website
  http://www.fda.gov/search/databases.html

   

• FDA AUTHORITY OVER COSMETICS
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-206.html

   

  • Pure Food and Drugs -page 112
    "Cosmetics were not subject to the 1906 law, but some beauty products like Mme. Yale's
    Hair Tonic were considered drug preparations. The courts determined that they
    were misbranded by their claims to cure falling hair and dandruff, remove wrinkles,
    and feed the skin. The Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 expanded the 1906 law
    to include all cosmetics. "
    http://lhc.nlm.nih.gov/M3W3/phs_history/phs_history_112_content.html

     

  • Pure Food and Drugs -page 113
    The 1938 law considerably expanded consumer protection, but consumers continued
    to be guinea pigs for the many new chemicals that were being added to food and
    cosmetics. The law prohibited poisonous substances but did not require showing that
    food or cosmetic ingredients were safe. In 1951-52, a select committee of the House,
    chaired by Rep. James Delaney of New York, held extensive hearings on how to handle
    problems arising from chemicals in food and cosmetics. From these and later
    hearings came 3 major amendments to the drug law: the Pesticide Amendment (1954),
    the Food Additives Amendment (1958), and the Color Additives Amendment
    (1960). This cartoon expresses public concerns about color additives in cosmetics and the
    need for scientific investigations to establish safety. The caption reads: "No,
    Doris, lips that touch Fire Plug Pink shall never touch mine."
    http://lhc.nlm.nih.gov/M3W3/phs_history/phs_history_113_content.html

     

  • The Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-regn.html
• Food, Nutrition, and Cosmetics Questions & Answers
  Set up as frames
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cosq.html

   

  • Are cosmetics safe?
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cos1.htm

     

  • Do cosmetics cause allergies?
    http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cos19.html

     

• COSMETIC LABELING GUIDE
  Fragrance and Flavor Declarations
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-lab3.html#clgl4

   

• INSPECTION OF COSMETICS
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-214.html

   

• On the Teen Scene - COSMETICS AND REALITY
  by Laura Bradbard
  Teens and Others, if you don't know about the chemicals used to concoct synthetic fragrances,
  you'll never learn about them from the FDA. Look to EHN's information on the FDA Petition,
  Docket Number 99P - 1340 for chemical analyses. -- barb
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-813.html

   

• The Office of Women's Health Scientific Research Program - Abstracts
  CFSAN: Cosmetics initiatives: Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) - John E. Bailey(94)
  http://www.fda.gov/womens/scienceprogram/report2000/abstracts.htm#cosmetics

   

• SOAP
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-215.html

  Stakeholders' Meetings and Consumer Complaints
  The FDA IS aware of adverse health events due to fragrances! -- barb
  
  

  Consumer Complaints:

   

  1995 is the first year's record I could locate. I first complained to the FDA in March 1992,
  when I first learned just WHY fragrances WORN BY OTHERS IN MY WORKPLACE were
  making me sick. At that time, the FDA had absolutely no interested in hearing from me as I was
  not a user who found contaminates in the bottle. I couldn't convince them that the very
  chemicals used to create the toxic brews were contaminating the air I had to breathe.

  At first I thought it was just ignorance on the part of the FDA. I tried valliently to educate, but that was much like banging my head against a brick wall. But I'm a tenacious individual by nature -- genetically coded for tenacity, I'm sure! The more formal step was exercised through the FDA Petition, 99P-1340, still open and accepting public comments and documentation.

  After three years and no action despite nearly 1,300 letters officially logged by early August 2002,
  I began thinking in terms of negligence, which means there is not intended wrong-doing.
  However, these days, I'm so sick and tired of learning of all the people and their infants who are
  getting sick that I'm thinking beyond negligence into dereliction of duty, and/or malfeasance.
  According to American Heritage Dictionary:
  
  

  negligence - "3. Law. Failure to exercise the degree of care considered reasonable
  under the circumstances, resulting in an unintended injury to another party."

  dereliction - "1. Willful neglect, as of duty or principle."

  malfeasance - Misconduct or wrongdoing, especially by a public official

   

  -- barb
  
  1. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 1995 Annual Report
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom95.html

      

  2. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 1996 Annual Report
     This contains a complaint about a fragrance-free product . . . but we know why!
     Fragrance-Free and "Unscented" are allowed to contain synthetic scents to mask
     other odors! How few toxic chemicals are few enough???? -- barb
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom96.html

      

  3. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 1997 Annual Report
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom97.html

      

  4. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 1998 Annual Report
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom98.html

      

  5. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 1999 Annual Report
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom99.html

      

  6. Consumer Complaints About Cosmetic Products - 2000 Annual Report
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/coscom00.html

      

  Stakeholders Meetings:

   

  1. Stakeholders Meeting - Washington, DC - January 22, 1999
     Betty Bridges, RN and Dr. Lawrence Plumlee testify. -- barb
     http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos0199.html

      

  2. TALKING WITH STAKEHOLDERS ABOUT FDA MODERNIZATION
     CFSAN STAKEHOLDER MEETING
     CHICAGO, ILLINOIS; APRIL 28, 1999
     "...Ms. Karen Truskowski of a Multiple Chemical Sensitivity organization raised concerns about fragrances. ..."
  3. May 11, 1999: EHN's FDA Citizens' Petition is officially accepted by FDA and
     assigned docket number 99P-1340
     http://ehnca.org/www/FDApetition/bkgrinfo.htm

      

  4. Then the FDA publishes on it's website under "Food," and at page bottom. . .
     Why, so it's not quite so likely to be found? For your convenience, I shall quote with a
     direct copy. Betty SuperSleuth Bridges, RN has done it again. -- barb
     
     
     "Q. Inhalation of fragranced products is known to trigger asthma and migraine headaches in some individuals. The EPA names "the use of chemically formulated personal care products" along with pesticides and household cleaners as contributors to indoor air pollution. How do you propose to raise public awareness of possible health risks from use of these products? "

     "A. FDA has little or no information that would support actions to raise public awareness of possible health risks associated with the use of fragranced products. Current regulations do require that products that contain added fragrance ingredients must be labeled in the product ingredient statement as containing "fragrance." FDA is aware of concern about this issue and encourages continued participation by its stakeholders in gathering data to address the possible health risks associated with the use of fragranced products. FDA is committed to fostering such participation by its continued sponsorship of stakeholder outreach initiatives, e.g. public meetings. These public forums not only provide interested persons with an opportunity to comment on the potential health risks associated with fragranced products, but also help identify possible solutions to address these risks."

     
     http://www.fda.gov/oc/fdama/fdamawebcast/stakeholdersquestions/foods.html

      

     GIMME A BREAK! Better yet, give the public the word, FDA.

     Wouldn't it be just ducky if everyone who has become debilitated and disabled were to receive a
     multibillion dollar settlement? That still would not pay back our lives, our health, or make amends
     for the disruption to our families, or in too many cases, the loss of our families, and it couldn't
     give us back our jobs, our chance for an education, . . . but it might, just might, start to make
     amends. Of course, it could never happen, but IF it could, you could bet your very last dollar
     out of those very few you have, that the FDA sure as hell would move on the information it
     has! And, maybe, just maybe, John Bailey, PhD, would have long ago moved to the CTFA
     (Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association). -- barb
     
     

     ¹⁾ L@@K at this! Thanks to Betty Bridges, RN for the heads up . . . she found word about Bailey's move in a document other than CTFA's. -- barb
     
     Former FDA Cosmetics Head Joins CTFA - press release
     " Washington, D.C. - Dr. John Bailey, former Director of FDA's Office of Applied Research and Safety Assessment, is joining the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association (CTFA) as Director, Cosmetic Chemistry in mid January 2002.

     "CTFA President Ed Kavanaugh, in making the announcement said, 'I am delighted that John will be joining CTFA. He brings to CTFA excellent scientific credentials and
     a great understanding of our industry and its issues based on his many years with FDA.' ... "
     http://www.ctfa.org/viewpage.cfm?id=1543

      

     • Take a look back in time to the very early 1990s and Julia Kendall's compilation of information, including two John Bailey statements. Am I surprised to find him with CTFA? -- barb
       
       Making Sense of Scents
       Includes John Bailey comments . . . remember him from the FDA???? Now with CTFA. -- barb
       
       • MORE FRAGRANCE PRODUCTS' CHEMICALS KNOWN TO CAUSE CANCER: http://ehnca.org/ehnmsofs.htm#CANCER

          

       • NO REGULATION OF FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY TO PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH:
         http://ehnca.org/ehnmsofs.htm#REGULATION

        

• What is FDA's authority over cosmetics?
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cos3.html

   

• Prohibited Ingredients and Related Safety Issues
  "By law, FDA does not have the authority to approve cosmetic products or ingredients,
  except for color additives. However, regulations prohibit or restrict the use of several
  ingredients because of safety concerns.

  "In addition, cosmetic and fragrance trade associations have recommended avoiding or
  limiting the use of some substances. Contaminants raise additional concerns. The
  following is an introduction to special safety and regulatory issues related to cosmetic
  ingredients.
  
  "Substantiation of safety

  "It is the responsibility of the manufacturer and distributor to assure the safety of each
  ingredient and finished product. Without substantiation of safety, Title 21 of the Code of
  Federal Regulations (21 CFR), Part 740.10 requires that the product carry the following
  warning on the label:

       "Warning: The safety of this product has not been determined."

  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-210.html
  
  

• The Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program - Forms and Instructions
  "Cosmetics are not subject to FDA pre-approval or mandatory establishment
  registration or ingredient reporting. However, FDA's Office of Cosmetics and Colors
  (OCAC) maintains the Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program (VCRP), which was
  established at the request of the cosmetic industry. The VCRP helps FDA in its mission
  to protect consumers, while also helping cosmetic manufacturers and distributors
  make informed decisions. ..."
  http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-regn.html

   

• CODES: Search the United States Code
  http://uscode.house.gov/usc.htm
  For example, if you wished to locate code dealing with adulterated or misbranded
  cosmetics, you would go to the URL given above and the enter "21" in the box marked
  "Title" and you would enter the number "361" or "362" in the box marked "Section" to
  bring up:
  Sec. 361. Adulterated cosmetics or Sec. 362. Misbranded cosmetics
  Then do read the text ... Do you also wonder where our FDA has been? If so, please
  support EHN's Citizens' Petition. Write to the FDA about your adverse reactions to
  synthetic fragrance chemicals, referencing "Docket Number 99P-1340/CP 1" and
  emailing your comments to fdadockets@oc.fda.gov.
  For more info on the petition, please see
  http://ehnca.org/www/FDApetition/bkgrinfo.htm


Contact Dermatitis: Solutions to Rash Mysteries
Includes a little info on fragrances. However, they don't recognize that airborne dermatitis
can ressult from another person's use of synthetically scented personal care, household and/or
janitorial cleaning and maintenance products. -- barb
by Evelyn Zamula
http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/fdacderm.html

 

• Cosmetics Q & A
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cos3.html
  
  
  • "Claims made in advertising but not on product labeling are regulated by the
    Federal Trade Commission. Room fragrance systems (deodorizers, odor control) are
    the Consumer Product Safety Commission's responsibility."
    http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/qa-cos9.html
    
    
  • Cosmetic vs. Over-the-Counter Drug
    http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-218.html
  
  
  
• Color Additives
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/opa-col2.html
  
  
• Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice Guidelines
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-gmp.html
  
  
• Prohibited Ingredients and Related Safety Issues (Updated by the FDA, March 30, 2000)
  http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-210.html