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Cosmetic Talc Under the Microscope

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Instructor:
Robyn Ray
EMSL Analytical, Inc.
Cosmetic Talc Under the Microscope: Asbestos Analysis and the FDA Proposed Rule for Testing Methods
Location: Online
Link to be emailed after registration, N/A, NJ, N/A, 8002203675
Dates: 02/28/2025 - 02/28/2025 Time: 01:30 pm - 02:30 pm, please arrive by 01:00 pm to sign in Register Online Now
Workshop Overview
Talc, a mineral widely used in cosmetics, personal care products and industrial application can occur naturally alongside asbestos minerals. The possible contamination of talc with asbestos is a critical issue for public health. This presentation will provide an in-depth look at the complexities of testing for asbestos in talc, highlighting the challenges and methodologies used to detect asbestos in bulk talc samples.
 
The presentation will also address the FDA's proposed rule for testing talc for asbestos, particularly focusing on their recommended testing method requirements and the challenges involved.  This proposed regulation is poised to impact suppliers, manufacturers, consumers, and testing laboratories.

Robyn Ray, with over 23 years of experience in asbestos testing, will walk attendees through the various testing methods employed to analyze talc samples, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Emphasizing the limitations and strengths of each technique, she will demonstrate why the combination of multiple methods is essential to achieving defensible results.

Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how analytical labs approach asbestos detection in talc, how various techniques complement each other, how the proposed FDA rule impacts testing, and why current methods are insufficient for definitive “asbestos-free” claims. By the end of the session, participants will have a better grasp of the current scientific and regulatory landscape regarding asbestos in talc containing cosmetics, and the critical role of comprehensive analytical testing in protecting public health.
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