Virginia § 59.1-571 - Definitions
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 59.1-571 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59.1-571. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning:
"Cosmetic" means any article intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled, or sprayed on, introduced into, or otherwise applied to the human body or any part thereof for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance, including, without limitation, personal hygiene products such as deodorant, shampoo, or conditioner.
"Cosmetic animal testing" means the internal or external application of a cosmetic, either in its final form or any ingredient thereof, to the skin, eyes, or other body part of a live, nonhuman vertebrate. Merely reviewing, assessing, or retaining evidence from a cosmetic animal test shall not constitute developing or manufacturing using cosmetic animal testing for purposes of this chapter.
"Cosmetics manufacturer" means any person whose name appears on the label of a cosmetic product pursuant to the requirements of 21 C.F.R. § 701.12.
"Ingredient" has the meaning ascribed to it in 21 C.F.R. § 700.3(e).
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