§ 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

Health and Safety Code·California

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Key Takeaways

•Cosmetics made for export are okay if they follow the buyer's rules.
•They must not break the laws of the country they're going to.
•They must have a label saying they're for export only.
•If sold in the U.S., they must follow all U.S. rules.

Example

A company makes lipstick to sell in Japan.

The lipstick must match what the Japanese buyer wants, follow Japan's laws, and have a label saying it's for export. If they try to sell it in the U.S., it must follow U.S. rules too.

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§ 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

Any cosmetic intended for export shall not be deemed to be misbranded under this part if it satisfies all of the following requirements: (a) It accords to the specifications of the foreign purchaser. (b) It is not in conflict with the laws of the country to which it is intended for export. (c) It is labeled on the outside of the shipping package to show that it is intended for export. If the article is sold or offered for sale in domestic commerce, this section shall not exempt it from any of the provisions of this part. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

cosmetic export misbranded foreign purchaser domestic commerce

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 111785.

§ 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

Health and Safety Code·California

AI SummaryVerified

§ 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

Key Takeaways

•Cosmetics made for export are okay if they follow the buyer's rules.
•They must not break the laws of the country they're going to.
•They must have a label saying they're for export only.
•If sold in the U.S., they must follow all U.S. rules.

Example

A company makes lipstick to sell in Japan.

The lipstick must match what the Japanese buyer wants, follow Japan's laws, and have a label saying it's for export. If they try to sell it in the U.S., it must follow U.S. rules too.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source

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§ 111785 Export Cosmetic Labeling Exemption

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

cosmetic export misbranded foreign purchaser domestic commerce

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 111785.

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