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FDA withdraws proposed rule to test cosmetics made with talc for asbestos - cosmeticsbusiness.com

Detected August 18, 2026 · in Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA)

FDA withdraws its proposed rule that would have required testing of talc-containing cosmetics for asbestos, removing a pending compliance obligation for affected businesses.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) space on August 18, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Cosmetic manufacturers, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, and importers/distributors that use talc in their products. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

The FDA has withdrawn the proposed rule that would have mandated testing for asbestos in talc-containing cosmetics. This removes a potential future requirement, but does not change current obligations under MoCRA or other regulations.

Who it affects

Cosmetic manufacturers, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, and importers/distributors that use talc in their products.

What you must do

No immediate action is required. Continue to comply with existing MoCRA requirements, including facility registration, product listing, and safety substantiation. Monitor FDA announcements for any future rulemaking on talc testing.

Deadline

Not specified.

Source: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMihwFBVV95cUxPc0FsQVpqTkZ6bGxBRkR0N0d6QlNPWmtvUVFsVXhpMF9GSEtjSVFjbXlGTmJUYkxHUDJYWE9OekxUZmVwUHhmVjlXM1FQY2c1LURJU1VWYzBjMDhLaHhhMElfUGt1M1ZzOThNS3dWWHlCdFY5WUY3b3Y2ckNla2gycG9SZklCY3c?oc=5

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