Cosmetics are one of the least regulated product categories by the FDA, but that does not mean you can skip on compliance. There are still very good reasons to register even when voluntary that can greatly affect a business. One such optional program is known as the Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program or VCRP. There are many benefits to completing this process, even though it is not a strict requirement of the Food and Drug Administration. The VCRP is broken into two par

Facilities who have not complied with paying the annual OTC Monograph User Fee Program (OMUFA) fees required under section 744M of the FD&C Act, are now publicly listed on the FDA arrears list. FDA has also stated that they "will periodically update the arrears list to reflect facility payments." If you believe that you were improperly listed, or believe you meet exemption requirements, reach out to Bustos Law Group for assistance. To download and view the list, please click

On March 27th, 2021, the FDA released the new OTC Monograph Facility Fees. New fees are due on May 10th, 2021.

"FDA has taken action to place all alcohol-based hand sanitizers from Mexico on import alert to help prevent entry of violative and potentially dangerous products into U.S. - protect U.S. consumers" Have questions about how this will impact you? Reach out to Bustos Law Group for a free consultation with one of our regulatory attorneys. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-takes-action-place-all-alcohol-based-hand-sanitizers-mexic

On August 5th, our firm partner, Heather Bustos, spoke at a webinar hosted by the Houston Indonesian Consulate. She went through the basics of FDA food compliance requirements. She reviewed everything from labeling and registration to Current Good Manufacturing Practices and COVID-19 updates. She joined other speakers on Indonesian exports and food compliance which included one of BLG's clients. Heather assisted Asnul with compliance of his Indonesian food products back in 20