House Bill No. 930, introduced by Representative Coates, aims to amend existing regulations concerning cosmetic products in Louisiana. The bill eliminates the requirement for manufacturers, packers, or proprietors of cosmetics in package form to register their products with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH). Additionally, it introduces a new category called "cottage cosmetic facilities," which are defined as entities that manufacture, pack, or hold cosmetic products for distribution from a private residence, with annual wholesale sales not exceeding $100,000. These cottage facilities will not be required to obtain permits, pay fees, or undergo routine inspections, provided they comply with local sales and use tax registration.

The bill also specifies that certain cosmetic products, such as those that are permanent, injectable, or come into contact with the mucus membrane of the eye, do not qualify for the exemptions granted to cottage facilities. Furthermore, the provisions of the bill ensure that cottage cosmetic facilities remain compliant with federal regulations, including the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The proposed law is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB930 Original: 40:627(A)
HB930 Engrossed: 40:627(A)