Life Before Consumer Protection and the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
March 3, 2022
By Grace Hopkins, Staff Writer, MasterControl
Starting as a small Bureau of Chemistry taking an interest in chemical preservatives, the FDA has grown into one of the largest agencies in the world and accounts for 20 cents of every consumer dollar spent. Although no one is keen on rules, as we look back on history it is clear why FDA regulations are crucial when it comes to consumer protection. Being able to keep up with their extensive list of standards is now only possible through digitization. Lucky for us, we are in an era of rapidly developing technology that will make it possible for manufacturers in all industries to gain quick FDA approval and be on market in record time.
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