What are LexisNexis MoCRA facility registration and cosmetic product listing services?

LexisNexis MoCRA Facility Registration & Listing Services is a regulatory services offering that helps manufacturers prepare facility registration and product listing submissions under MoCRA. It focuses on timing expectations and Structured Product Labeling (SPL) for electronic submissions.

MoCRA Requirements for Cosmetic Facility Registration & Product Listing


MoCRA Guidance and DefinitionsUnderstand what MoCRA requires

FDA draft guidance on MoCRA addresses early compliance requirements, including cosmetic product facility registration and listing. MoCRA was signed into law on December 29, 2022 and represents the first major change to cosmetics regulations since 1938.

Track MoCRA Deadlines, FDA Updates & Compliance Requirements

Registration and Listing TimelinesTrack deadlines and updates

MoCRA facility registration and product listing requirements included a first submission deadline of December 29, 2023, with FDA enforcement beginning in July 2024. Ongoing expectations include updates within 60 days of a change, annual product listing updates, and establishment renewal every two years.

Prepare MoCRA Electronic Submissions & SPL Compliance


Structured Product Labeling (SPL)Prepare for electronic submissions

FDA has stated it strongly encourages electronic submission of registration and product listing information to support efficiency and timeliness of data submissions and management. SPL is an HL7-approved XML standard for structured submissions, and LexisNexis Life Sciences has managed SPL submissions for vendors for over 15 years.

MoCRA Compliance Services for Registration & Product Listing


Services to support MoCRA work

Here are the core tasks your team can align around for MoCRA facility registration, product listing, and SPL-based electronic submission planning.

Facility registration

Organize information for cosmetic product facility registration, including establishment renewal every two years.

Product listing

Capture product listing details and plan for annual product listing updates.

60-day updates

Track changes and update registration or product listing information within 60 days when required.

SPL XML preparation

Prepare Structured Product Labeling (SPL) as XML for electronic submission, which FDA strongly encourages for registration and listing. SPL is a standard approved by Health Level 7 (HL7).

MoCRA readiness survey

Use the MoCRA Readiness Survey to review documentation, standard operating procedures, complaints and recalls, and product data. The questions are intended to help gauge your strategy for compliance.

Expert appointment

Request an appointment with a subject-matter expert to talk through facility registration, product listing, and SPL questions.

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MoCRA Compliance & Cosmetic Regulatory Solutions FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Cosmetic regulations vary by market. In the U.S., this includes MoCRA requirements such as facility registration and product listing, while in the EU it involves CPNP notifications and ingredient compliance. We help you navigate global requirements to ensure your products meet all applicable regulations.

Structured Product Labeling (SPL) is an XML-based format used by the FDA for product submissions. Under MoCRA, SPL is used for cosmetic product listings and facility registrations. We manage the creation, validation, and submission of SPL files to ensure compliance.

Yes. Under MoCRA, manufacturers and processors must register their facilities and list their cosmetic products with the FDA. Our team helps ensure accurate, timely submissions and ongoing compliance.

Cosmetic labeling must meet specific requirements for ingredients, claims, and formatting depending on the market. We provide guidance and validation to help reduce risk and avoid compliance issues.

We provide end-to-end support—from regulatory guidance and data structuring to SPL submission and ongoing updates—helping you streamline compliance and bring products to market with confidence.

Our expanded Regulatory Advisory Team can assist you with a wide variety of tasks and topics. Click on the Inquire Now button above or Choose Plan and fill out a few brief comments about your needs in order to facilitate an appointment. We look forward to learning more about how we can assist you.
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