SB 1005
cosmetics sales; animal testing; prohibitions
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits the sale of cosmetics that have been tested on animals during their development or manufacture in Arizona, with some exceptions. It defines key terms related to cosmetics and animal testing, establishes a prohibition on the sale of such cosmetics, and outlines specific circumstances where animal testing may be permitted. The bill also establishes a civil penalty for violations and preempts local regulations regarding cosmetic sales.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘cosmetic,’ ‘cosmetic animal testing,’ and related terms.
- Prohibits the sale of cosmetics that used cosmetic animal testing during development or manufacture.
- Establishes exceptions for animal testing conducted outside the U.S., under federal/state regulation, or for specific ingredients with documented non-cosmetic use.
- Allows for exceptions when no non-animal alternative testing method exists.
- Provides a civil penalty of up to $1,500 for violations.
- States that regulation of cosmetic sales is of statewide concern and preempts local regulations.
- Includes a provision regarding cosmetics tested on animals before January 1, 2027, with restrictions on future testing.
- Specifies that the bill does not apply to reviewing or assessing existing animal testing data.
Who is affected
- Cosmetic manufacturers
- Cosmetic suppliers
- Retailers selling cosmetics
- Consumers of cosmetics
- The cosmetic industry
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