Reforming federal cosmetics law: What is the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act? - EWG
The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) is the most significant reform of federal cosmetics law in over 80 years, introducing new FDA requirements for facility registration, product listing, safety substantiation, adverse event reporting, and more.
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: Dec 29, 2023 (already passed; late compliance may incur penalties). Other provisions phased in through 2024-2025.. 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
MoCRA mandates facility registration with FDA, product listing, safety substantiation, adverse event reporting, and compliance with good manufacturing practices. It also requires labeling for fragrance allergens and bans certain substances like PFAS and talc under specific conditions.
Who it affects
Indie beauty brands, contract manufacturers, private-label makers, importers/distributors
What you must do
Register facilities with FDA by Dec 29, 2023 (if not already done), list products, ensure safety substantiation, set up adverse event reporting, and update labels for fragrance allergens.
Deadline
Facility registration and product listing: Dec 29, 2023 (already passed; late compliance may incur penalties). Other provisions phased in through 2024-2025.
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