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Greater Transparency for Fragrance and Flavor Ingredients in Cosmetics

New regulations increase transparency regarding cosmetic ingredients. Companies will need to disclose more information about fragrance and flavor substances on their websites and packaging. This will give citizens easier access to data on potentially harmful ingredients, enabling them to make more informed purchasing decisions.
Key points
Cosmetic companies must disclose fragrance and flavor ingredients on their websites if their concentration exceeds 0.01% or if they are on specific lists.
Cosmetic packaging will be required to list certain chemical ingredients and fragrance allergens that may be harmful.
A publicly available master list of key chemicals and allergens will be established by the FDA, making information more accessible.
Ingredient information will not be treated as trade secrets, increasing data availability for consumers.
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Print number: 117_HR_5538
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cosmetic Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5538.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Cosmetic companies must disclose fragrance and flavor ingredients on their websites if their concentration exceeds 0.01% or if they are on specific lists.
  • Cosmetic packaging will be required to list certain chemical ingredients and fragrance allergens that may be harmful.
  • A publicly available master list of key chemicals and allergens will be established by the FDA, making information more accessible.
  • Ingredient information will not be treated as trade secrets, increasing data availability for consumers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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