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! when used as directed or when used under conditions which are eus tor-ary
j or usual would present a hazard te health, Further, accurate methods
have not yet been developed for detection and r e a s o n r the presence of
j the various types of asbestos fibers in cosmetics at the lev/ levels
a t which they are expected to be present. We are currently work1ne on
these problems and when they arc resolved we Intend to publish a 'proposed
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regulation relating to asbestos fibers In cosmetics.
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Sincerely yours,
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Office of Legislative Services
Enclosure Repr FR 9/28/73
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