Does anyone know how drug and medical devices became exempt from FPLA- they are metric-only correct? Did the FDA just give them a waiver or did someone seek congressional approval/ amendment?
* Basic Requirements: The FPLA requires each package of household "consumer commodities" that is included in the coverage of the FPLA to bear a label on which there is: * a statement identifying the commodity, e.g., detergent, sponges, etc.; * the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; * and the net quantity of contents in terms of weight, measure, or numerical count (measurement must be in both metric and inch/pound units). * Purpose of the Act: The FPLA is designed to facilitate value comparisons and to prevent unfair or deceptive packaging and labeling of many household "consumer commodities." * <http://www.fda.gov/> FDA: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) administers the FPLA with respect to foods, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices. The FTC administers the FPLA with respect to other "consumer commodities" that are consumed or expended in the household.
