A Closer Look at Hydrosols/PT2

[Guest guest]

....cont.

 

Some thoughts on the law in relation to hydrosols [Kep's note: This is

British Law, I do not know if it's the same in other countries]

 

" What if I was to sell hydrosols as... "

Martin answers: " Cosmetics? " If they are marketed as cosmetic agents, or

could be interpreted as such by Trading Standards or Health and Safety, the

Cosmetic Regulations will apply. As such they must have appropriate safety

evaluation and certification way an " expert " , which would not be given if

PROOF of microbiological stability was not available. To prevent

contaminations and to extend shelf-life, hydrosols that are sold in

countries of the European Union for cosmetic purposes must now by law

contain alcohol, a minimum of 12% by volume. [suzanne's purist definition of

hydrosols excludes the use of additives or preservatives, but she concedes

that it is ultimately a matter of personal choice].

 

" Food or Drink? " {Martin answers]If they could be construed to be drinks,

they would fall under Food and Drink Regulations. If they are classified und

Food regulations, they would need to be prepared on appropriately licenses

premises. Microbiological stability of the product would be paramount. [This

needs care, as Suzanne's book offers 40 delicious recipes in which hydrosols

can be used].

 

" Traditional remedies? " {Martin} There is no such category at the moment.

Therefore you could be classed as supplying a herbal product, much like a

herbal tincture supplier, and would have to rely mainly upon Common Law to

support you as a " supplier selling a product for the purposes intended " .

This could be a minefield.

 

Finally, if you as a company, are aware of any potential problems, and that

is recorded, you are liable if any harm results and you have not revealed

the potential problems.

 

" Thanks Martin! Anything else? "

 

Yes: you must be mighty careful how you promote hydrosols. I would never

suggest that they can be used internally.

 

Cheers!

Kathleen Petrides

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