Massachusetts S640 aims to limit animal testing for cosmetics and household products by promoting alternative test methods.

Massachusetts S640 seeks to promote humane cosmetics and household products by limiting the use of animal testing. The bill mandates that manufacturers and contract testing facilities in the Commonwealth must not use traditional animal test methods if valid alternative test methods exist. The commissioner of public health is tasked with promulgating regulations to implement this act within 180 days of passage.

Massachusetts S640 aims to limit animal testing for cosmetics and household products by promoting alternative test methods.

Massachusetts S640 seeks to promote humane cosmetics and household products by limiting the use of animal testing. The bill mandates that manufacturers and contract testing facilities in the Commonwealth must not use traditional animal test methods if valid alternative test methods exist. The commissioner of public health is tasked with promulgating regulations to implement this act within 180 days of passage.