Violation Code: 2940
FDA Violation
Charge Code: COSM MISB
Violation Details
- Violation Code (ASC ID)
- 2940
- Charge Code
- COSM MISB
- Description
- The cosmetic's labeling appears to be false or misleading within the meaning of Section 201(n).
- Legal Section
- 602(a) & 801(a)(3); MISBRANDING
Most Affected Firms
| # | Firm Name | Location | Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eglobal Beauty | Kaohsiung, TAIWAN | 24 |
| 2 | Groupe Rocher Operations, SAS | La Gacilly CEDEX, FRANCE | 6 |
| 3 | A.S.P. Internation Herbal Soap Co.,Ltd.] | Bang Bua Thong, THAILAND | 5 |
| 4 | Unilever Mexico S de R.L. de C.V. | Jiutepec, MEXICO | 3 |
| 5 | Kilbarry Ind Pk | Cork, IRELAND | 3 |
| 6 | ZHEJIANG B & F COSMETICS CO LTD | Zhejiang, CHINA | 2 |
| 7 | El Paradis Cosmetique | Abidjan, IVORY COAS | 2 |
| 8 | PUNJA & SONS (Milk) | Lautoka, FIJI | 2 |
| 9 | ROYAL BEAUTY | Damastown, GEORGIA | 2 |
| 10 | Eminence Organic Skin Care Inc. | Vancouver, CANADA | 2 |
| 11 | PRODUCTOS GIZEH SA DE CV | Zapopan, MEXICO | 1 |
| 12 | Unilever Deutschland | Buxtehude, GERMANY | 1 |
| 13 | J & K International Co.Ltd. | Chacheangtsout, THAILAND | 1 |
| 14 | Guang Shing Gmt Fty | Guangzhou, CHINA | 1 |
| 15 | Million Way Investiments Ltd | Sai Ying Pun, HONG KONG | 1 |
| 16 | Jg Cosmetics Co Ltd | Chungbuk, SOUTH KORE | 1 |
| 17 | ZHENGZHOU HUAER ELECTRO-OPTICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. | Zhengzhou, CHINA | 1 |
| 18 | LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTH CARE LTD. | Jongro, SOUTH KORE | 1 |
| 19 | Enprani Co., Ltd. | Jung, SOUTH KORE | 1 |
| 20 | Punja & Sons (Oil) Pte Ltd. | Lautoka, FIJI | 1 |
Recent Import Refusals
| Date | Product | Firm |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2025 | BATH SOAPS AND DETERGENTS (NOT ANTIPERSPIRANT) (PERSONAL CLEANLINESS) 53JY01 | |
| 4/24/2025 | EYE SHADOW (EYE MAKEUP PREPARATIONS) 53CH03 | |
| 4/23/2025 | OTHER SKIN CARE PREPARATIONS, N.E.C. 53LY99 | LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTH CARE LTD.SOUTH KORE |
| 1/14/2025 | FACE POWDERS (MAKEUP PREPARATIONS, NOT FOR EYES) 53GH02 | |
| 1/14/2025 | EYE SHADOW (EYE MAKEUP PREPARATIONS) 53CH03 | |
| 11/7/2024 | EYELINER (EYE MAKEUP PREPARATIONS) 53CD02 | LOREAL DEUTSCHLAND GMBHGERMANY |
| 5/23/2024 | BATH SOAPS AND DETERGENTS (NOT ANTIPERSPIRANT) (PERSONAL CLEANLINESS) 53JY01 | MONSAVON SOAPSFRANCE |
| 4/8/2024 | MUSTARD OIL, REFINED, SINGLE INGREDIENT, SEE 28O FOR MUSTARD OIL AS A FLAVORING 26CGY11 | |
| 4/8/2024 | MUSTARD OIL, REFINED, SINGLE INGREDIENT, SEE 28O FOR MUSTARD OIL AS A FLAVORING 26CGY11 | |
| 4/8/2024 | MUSTARD OIL, REFINED, SINGLE INGREDIENT, SEE 28O FOR MUSTARD OIL AS A FLAVORING 26CGY11 | |
| 2/13/2024 | BATH SOAPS AND DETERGENTS (NOT ANTIPERSPIRANT) (PERSONAL CLEANLINESS) 53JD01 | Unilever DeutschlandGERMANY |
| 1/2/2024 | OTHER SKIN CARE PREPARATIONS, N.E.C. 53LD99 | JUNGCOS Co., Ltd.SOUTH KORE |
| 2/26/2021 | EYELASH AND EYEBROW TREATMENTS-GEL, OIL, PRIMER, CONDITIONERS, SERUM, FORTIFIERS (EYE MAKEUP PREPARA 53CD14 | ROYAL BEAUTYGEORGIA |
| 2/26/2021 | EYELASH AND EYEBROW TREATMENTS-GEL, OIL, PRIMER, CONDITIONERS, SERUM, FORTIFIERS (EYE MAKEUP PREPARA 53CD14 | ROYAL BEAUTYGEORGIA |
| 1/24/2020 | OTHER SKIN CARE PREPARATIONS, N.E.C. 53LD99 |
Related Violations
Other violations under the same legal section: 602(a) & 801(a)(3); MISBRANDING
| Code | Charge Code | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| 3200 | COSM MISB2 | 128 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FDA violation code 2940?
2940 is an FDA violation code that indicates: "The cosmetic's labeling appears to be false or misleading within the meaning of Section 201(n).". This violation is based on 602(a) & 801(a)(3); MISBRANDING of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
How many import refusals have been issued for violation 2940?
According to FDA Import Refusal data, there have been 76 import refusals issued for violation code 2940, affecting 35 unique firms.
When was the most recent refusal for violation 2940?
The most recent import refusal for violation 2940 was on November 6, 2025.
What products are commonly refused for violation 2940?
Products commonly refused under violation 2940 include: BATH SOAPS AND DETERGENTS (NOT ANTIPERSPIRANT) (PERSONAL CLEANLINESS), EYE SHADOW (EYE MAKEUP PREPARATIONS), OTHER SKIN CARE PREPARATIONS, N.E.C., FACE POWDERS (MAKEUP PREPARATIONS, NOT FOR EYES). These products were refused entry because they did not meet FDA requirements.
What is the legal basis for FDA violation code 2940?
Violation code 2940 is based on 602(a) & 801(a)(3); MISBRANDING of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). This section of the law establishes requirements that imported products must meet to be allowed entry into the United States.
Data sourced from the FDA Data Dashboard, a public database maintained by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.