Guam § 40118 - Adulterated Cosmetics.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 40118 — Adulterated Cosmetics., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40118. Adulterated Cosmetics.
A cosmetic shall be deemed to be adulterated:
(1) If it bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance which
may render it injurious to users under the conditions of use prescribed in the
labeling or advertisement thereof, or under such conditions of use as are
customary or usual; provided, that this provision shall not apply to coal-tar
hair dye, the label of which bears the following legend conspicuously
COL120106
CH. 40 GUAM FOOD, DRUG AND COSMETIC ACT
displayed thereon: "Caution - This product contains ingredients which may
cause skin irritation on certain individuals and a preliminary test according
to accompanying directions should first be made. This product must not be
used for dyeing the eyelashes or eyebrows; to do so may cause blindness,"
and the labeling of which bears adequate directions for such preliminary
testing. For the purpose of the paragraph and Paragraph (c) the term "hair
dye" shall not include eyelash dyes or eyebrow dyes;
(2) If it consists in whole or in part of any filthy, putrid or decomposed
substance;
(3) If it has been produced, prepared, packed or held under insanitary
conditions whereby it may have been rendered injurious to health;
(4) If its container is composed, in whole or in part, of any poisonous
or deleterious substance which may render the contents injurious to health;
or
(5) If it is not a hair dye and it is, or it bears or contains a color additive
which is unsafe within the meaning of '40113(a).
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 40118
What does Guam Code Annotated § 40118 cover?
Section 40118 ("Adulterated Cosmetics.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 40118?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 40118" (Guam). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Guam law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 40118 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Guam can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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