FL S1418

Prohibits manufacturers from using animal testing as part of the cosmetics manufacturing process in Florida and from selling, holding, or offering for sale cosmetics that have been tested on animals

Exceptions apply when animal testing is required by federal law, conducted to comply with foreign regulatory requirements, or conducted for non-cosmetic purposes where data is not used to evaluate cosmetic safety

Cosmetic manufacturer permit holders must submit annual written documentation by January 31 verifying compliance and consent to annual inspections by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation

Violations constitute a second-degree misdemeanor and carry an administrative penalty of $5,000 per day the violation continues, with penalties deposited into the Professional Regulation Trust Fund

Removes the permit exemption for manufacturers with annual gross sales of $25,000 or less if they use animal testing in the manufacturing process; effective January 1, 2027