An Act To Enact The Safe Cosmetics Act

Maine's LD 317, the Safe Cosmetics Act, prohibits the sale or distribution of cosmetic products containing specific intentionally added ingredients - such as lead, mercury, formaldehyde, or certain phthalates - starting January 1, 2027. The law applies to manufacturers and retailers selling cosmetics in Maine, excluding products with only trace amounts of these ingredients due to unavoidable impurities from manufacturing, storage, or packaging. Retailers who sell non-compliant products are entitled to full refunds from manufacturers, including shipping costs. The act defines cosmetics broadly but excludes soap, dietary supplements, and FDA-regulated food/drugs.