New Jersey § 24:5-11

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 24:5-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 24:5-11.

For the purpose of this subtitle a cosmetic shall be deemed to be adulterated: a. 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 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 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 this paragraph and paragraph e the term “hair dye” shall not

include eyelash dyes or eyebrow dyes. b. If it consists in whole or in part of any filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance. c. If it has been produced, prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions

whereby it may have become contaminated with filth, or whereby it may have been rendered

injurious to health. d. If its container is composed, in whole or in part, of any poisonous or deleterious

substance which may render the contents injurious to health. e. If it is not a hair dye and it bears or contains a coal-tar color other than one

from a batch that has been certified under the Federal Act.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 24:5-11

What does New Jersey Statutes § 24:5-11 cover?

Section 24:5-11 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 24:5-11?

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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?

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How does New Jersey § 24:5-11 apply to my situation?

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