HR 4435: Cosmetic Hazardous Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2025

Overview

Bill Number: HR 4435

Title: Cosmetic Hazardous Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2025
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: July 16, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The Cosmetic Hazardous Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2025 aims to improve transparency and consumer awareness around potentially hazardous ingredients in cosmetic products. The bill seeks to empower consumers to make informed choices by requiring cosmetic manufacturers to disclose the presence of certain chemicals and substances linked to health and environmental concerns.

Key Provisions

• Mandate that cosmetic companies list all ingredients on product labels, including those considered "trade secrets"
• Require clear labeling of any ingredients that are known or suspected carcinogens, reproductive toxins, or endocrine disruptors
• Establish a publicly accessible database of cosmetic ingredients and their potential health/environmental impacts
• Grant the FDA authority to prohibit the use of certain hazardous ingredients in cosmetic formulations
• Impose civil penalties for non-compliance with labeling and disclosure requirements

Affected Parties and Impacts

• Consumers of cosmetic and personal care products would gain greater transparency to make informed purchasing decisions
• Cosmetic manufacturers would face new regulatory requirements and potential restrictions on certain ingredients
• The FDA would take on expanded oversight and enforcement responsibilities for cosmetic safety and labeling
• Environmental and public health advocates expect the bill to drive reformulation of products and reduce exposure to harmful chemicals

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The Cosmetic Hazardous Ingredient Right to Know Act of 2025 was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 16, 2025. It has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which will hold hearings and mark-up sessions before potentially sending the bill to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, the legislation would then move to the Senate for further consideration. Supporters hope to see the bill enacted into law by the end of 2025, though the timeline remains uncertain given the typical legislative process.