Mandatory recall authority

21 U.S. Code § 364g. Mandatory recall authority

(a) In general
If the Secretary determines that there is a reasonable probability that a cosmetic is adulterated under section 361 of this title or misbranded under section 362 of this title and the use of or exposure to such cosmetic will cause serious adverse health consequences or death, the Secretary shall provide the responsible person with an opportunity to voluntarily cease distribution and recall such article. If the responsible person refuses to or does not voluntarily cease distribution or recall such cosmetic within the time and manner prescribed by the Secretary (if so prescribed), the Secretary may, by order, require, as the Secretary determines necessary, such person to immediately cease distribution of such article.
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