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The FDA Withdraws Rule Requiring Asbestos Testing in Talc-Based Makeup - vogue.com

Detected August 6, 2026 · in Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA)

The FDA has withdrawn a rule that would have required asbestos testing in talc-based makeup, removing a pending compliance obligation for affected cosmetics firms.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Cosmetics & Personal-Care (MoCRA) space on August 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Cosmetics manufacturers, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, importers/distributors of talc-based makeup 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 withdrew a rule that would have mandated asbestos testing in talc-based makeup, so that specific testing requirement is no longer pending.

Who it affects

Cosmetics manufacturers, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, importers/distributors of talc-based makeup products.

What you must do

No immediate action required; monitor for any future regulatory changes regarding talc safety.

Deadline

Not specified.

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