What certificates does a shampoo bar need to enter the US?

For a shampoo bar, the things you must have are: FDA cosmetic facility registration; Ingredient list; Country of origin marking.

The things you must have

• FDA cosmetic facility registration

  Your factory registers with FDA; you'll ask for its facility registration number.

• Ingredient list

  Your factory lists ingredients on the label; you'll ask for artwork before printing.

• Country of origin marking

  Your factory supplies English markings.

How many requirements are in the checklist?

The full checklist has 7 items: 3 apply to every product in this category, 4 apply only in some situations, and 0 are notes rather than steps.

Laboratory tests and their conditions

The regulations do not specify tests. Keep your own safety evidence. If child-resistant packaging is required, test the packaging under 16 CFR 1700.20.

This checklist doesn't list any mandatory laboratory tests for this product.

What to look at for this product

If your shampoo bar is made as a hair cleansing cosmetic, request the factory's cosmetic facility registration number.

If your bar has several cleansing ingredients, ask for the ordered ingredient list matching the solid bar formula.

If your bar is being wrapped for sale, check the business name and net weight information on the proposed packaging.

If your bar has your business identified as responsible, keep the safety substantiation records supporting the finished shampoo formula and its ingredients.

If your bar will be sold where cosmetic PFAS restrictions apply, ask about PFAS in its fragrance and other formula ingredients.

If your bar is made by a business claiming a listing exemption, ask which exemption applies to the solid shampoo formulation being offered for sale.

Labels and state rules

List and name ingredients in the order required by 701.3; include the manufacturer's or distributor's name and address, net contents and US contact information for adverse event reports.

Proposition 65; PFAS rules in Minnesota, Maine, Vermont and Colorado

How this page was prepared

This page matches a product name to the rule library. We haven't inspected the physical product, and this isn't legal advice.