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Craig Weiss

“Free-Of” Claims in Product Labeling

The Rise of “Free-Of” Claims in Consumer Products In recent years, consumer product transparency demand has surged, driven by a growing awareness and concern for health and environmental sustainability. This shift is evident in the increasing prevalence of “Free-Of” claims on product labels. These claims tell consumers that certain substances—often

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Craig Weiss

USP <81> Antibiotic Potency Testing Methods

Antibiotic Potency Testing in Pharmaceuticals Antibiotic potency testing plays a pivotal role in the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring that antibiotic products are both effective and safe for consumer use. As antibiotics are critical tools in combating bacterial infections, maintaining their efficacy is essential to public health. Potency testing verifies that these

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Best Practices
Craig Weiss

The Importance of HRIPT in Cosmetics Safety Testing

The Human Repeated Insult Patch Test (HRIPT) is crucial to cosmetic product safety assessment. It evaluates a product’s potential to cause skin irritation or sensitization by applying a small amount to a patch, which is then placed on the skin. HRIPT helps identify any adverse reactions over repeated applications. This

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Businesses
Craig Weiss

Why USP <61> and <62> Microbial Content Testing is Vital

The Importance of Microbial Content Testing in Non-Sterile Products Ensuring the safety and quality of non-sterile products is paramount. These products, which range from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics, are integral to everyday life. However, their non-sterile nature means they can potentially harbor harmful microorganisms. This is where microbial content testing becomes

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Businesses
Craig Weiss

In-Vitro Toxicology Testing of Cosmetics

The Evolution of Toxicological Testing in Cosmetics Toxicological testing has long been vital to ensuring the safety of cosmetic products. Traditionally, this testing relied heavily on in-vivo methods involving laboratory animals to assess potential harmful effects. However, with scientific advancements and the societal shift towards animal welfare, the cosmetics industry

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