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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 5Ch. 7Art. 3§ 111775 Misbranded Cosmetic Prohibition

§ 111775 Misbranded Cosmetic Prohibition

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§ 111775 Misbranded Cosmetic Prohibition

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't sell or buy makeup that has wrong or fake labels.
  • •If the makeup doesn't say what's really in it, it's against the law.
  • •This rule is for anyone who sells or gives makeup to others.

Example

You buy a lipstick that says it's 'all-natural' but it actually has chemicals in it.

The company sold you a mislabeled product, which is not allowed. They could get in trouble for lying on the label.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 111775 Misbranded Cosmetic Prohibition

It is unlawful for any person to receive in commerce any cosmetic that is misbranded, or to deliver or proffer for delivery any cosmetic. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

misbrandedcosmeticcommerce

Related Statutes

  • § 111745 Cosmetic Labeling Prominence Requirements
  • § 111755 Cosmetic Color Additive Labeling
  • § 111765 Misbranded Cosmetics Prohibition
  • § 111780 Cosmetic Label Tampering Ban
  • § 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 111775.
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