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Cosmetic Label Requirements, Including MoCRA

U.S. cosmetic labels need a statement of identity (21 CFR 701.11), net contents (701.13), ingredients in descending order using standard names (701.3), required warnings (21 CFR 740), the name and place of business (701.12) and English text (701.2). Since December 29, 2024, MoCRA also requires a U.S. address, phone number or electronic contact for adverse-event reports (FD&C Act 609(a)).

Required

  • Identity and net contents on the principal display panel
  • Ingredients in descending order of predominance (21 CFR 701.3)
  • Warnings for listed product types, e.g. aerosols (21 CFR 740.11), feminine deodorant sprays (740.12), foaming detergent bath products (740.17)
  • MoCRA domestic contact for adverse-event reports (21 USC 364e(a))

Drug claims

  • Claims such as "treats", "cures", SPF or "anti-acne" can make the product a drug. Get expert review before using them

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Sources

General information, not legal advice. Last reviewed October 21, 2026.