FDA eyes cosmetics safety and labeling rules
Consumer specialist Julia Hengley explains cosmetics face lighter FDA oversight than food and drugs. Laws include the 1938 FD&C Act and the 1966 Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, with voluntary formula registrations through CTFA. Eye products prompt tighter controls and preservatives. hypoallergenic claims require substantiation.
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FDA
Julia Hengley
Omaha
Ms. Hengley
The
Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act
Fair Packaging and Labeling Act
The Formula By Norman Stark
A guide to reducing static electricity from friction with rug and floor. It explains how friction builds static, and offers a home solution using silicone oil emulsion mixed with water to lower charge buildup.
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Norman Stark
Cleaning Rug Treatment Mixture Instructions
A basic rug cleaning method describes combining an antistatic spray with a small amount of liquid detergent. Stir vigorously to disperse the oil in water, then add this emulsion to the remaining water. Pour into plastic spray bottles and apply to heavy traffic floor coverings.
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Universal Press Syndicate
NFPA warns against impersonation by fire equipment sales reps
Consumers warned that salesmen from several fire equipment firms are posing as NFPA representatives. NFPA president Charles S. Morgan says the nonprofit has never endorsed any equipment. FDA requires estrogen patient brochures noting uterine cancer risks for 5 million users. CPSC proposes safety labels for outdoor CB base stations and TV antennas to warn of electric shock during installation. Advertising campaigns depict diverse women roles, drawing critique from media observers.
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National Fire Protection Assn
NFPA
Charles S. Morgan
Washington Star
Washington
Food and Drug Administration
United States
FDA
Donald Kennedy
Washington, D.C
U.S
Consumer Product Safety Commission
CPSC
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