Humane Cosmetics Act of 2025
Congress Proposes National Ban on Animal Testing for Cosmetics and Beauty Products
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill would make it illegal to test cosmetic products or their ingredients on animals in the United States. This includes testing on the skin, eyes, or other body parts of live animals to see if a beauty product is safe to use.
- Companies would be banned from selling or shipping any makeup or skincare products in the U.S. if they were developed using animal testing. This rule would apply to any new products created after the law has been in place for one year.
- Businesses that break these rules could face fines of up to $10,000 for every animal used and for every day the violation continues. The government would have the power to check company records to make sure they are following the law.
- There are a few exceptions, such as when animal testing is required by a foreign country or if the government finds a serious health risk that cannot be tested any other way. It also does not apply to products meant for medical use, like prescription drugs.
- This law would create one single standard for the whole country. This means states would not be allowed to create their own different rules about animal testing for cosmetics.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Small cosmetics and beauty product companies would need to shift away from any animal testing they currently use for product safety evaluations, potentially increasing costs for alternative testing methods. However, companies that already use cruelty-free practices could benefit from a level playing field, since competitors would no longer be able to use cheaper animal testing. The one-year transition period gives businesses time to adjust, but smaller firms may find it harder to afford newer non-animal testing technologies.
Broader Impacts
State Impacts
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Humane Cosmetics Act of 2025
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