This bill amends existing Louisiana law regarding the regulation of cosmetic products by introducing provisions specifically for cottage cosmetic facilities. It establishes that these facilities, which are defined as entities manufacturing, packing, or holding cosmetic products from a private residence with annual wholesale sales not exceeding $100,000, will not be required to obtain permits or pay fees associated with cosmetic product registration. Additionally, these facilities will not be subject to routine inspections by the department, although they must still register for and collect applicable local sales and use taxes.

The bill also modifies the registration requirements for cosmetic products by removing the obligation for manufacturers and packers to register cosmetics with the department, as indicated by the deletion of "cosmetics" from the registration requirement in R.S. 40:627(A). Furthermore, it clarifies that cottage cosmetic facilities are exempt from certain fees and regulations, as outlined in the newly enacted R.S. 40:624.1 and R.S. 40:628(E). However, these facilities must still comply with federal regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB930 Original: 40:627(A)
HB930 Engrossed: 40:627(A)
HB930 Enrolled: 40:627(A)
HB930 Act 573: 40:627(A)