Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) - fda.gov
MoCRA introduces mandatory facility registration, product listing, safety substantiation, and GMP requirements for cosmetics, with deadlines starting Dec 2023 and full enforcement by 2025.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Indie beauty brands, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, importers/distributors should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Facility registration and product listing due Dec 29, 2023 (initial); ongoing compliance by 2025.. 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
Cosmetics now require FDA facility registration, product listing, safety substantiation, adverse event reporting, and compliance with GMP and labeling rules.
Who it affects
Indie beauty brands, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, importers/distributors
What you must do
Register facilities and list products with FDA, ensure safety substantiation, update labels, and implement GMP and adverse event reporting systems.
Deadline
Facility registration and product listing due Dec 29, 2023 (initial); ongoing compliance by 2025.
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