Cosmetic, Biocide or a Medicinal Product? An EU and US comparison

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Deciding whether a product is classed as a cosmetic, biocide or medicinal product can be a complex task. Many products have dual purposes such as antibacterial hand washes and as such can fall under different regulations.

Our new whitepaper by Dr Stacey Webster aims to provide guidance on borderline products within Europe and provide a comparison to the United States with an emphasis on soaps, hand washes, cleansers and wipes.

Download the “Cosmetic, Biocide or a Medicinal Product? An EU and US Comparison” Whitepaper and other great resources here.

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