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FEDERAL REGISTER · NOTICEJanuary 22, 2026

FDA Records Access Authority for Cosmetics; Draft Guidance for Industry; Availability

Document type
Notice
Agency
Health and Human Services Department
Published
January 22, 2026
Comments close
March 23, 2026
Document number
2026-01159
ABSTRACT

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) is announcing the availability of a draft document entitled "FDA Records Access Authority for Cosmetics: Guidance for Industry." The draft guidance document provides answers to frequently asked questions about certain authorities for FDA to access records related to cosmetic products. It is intended to inform regulated industry about the Agency's current thinking regarding the criteria, process, and expectations for FDA's access to these records.

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