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The United States Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA, FDCA, or FD&C) is a set of laws passed by Congress that give the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to oversee the safety of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics. The FDCA is located in the United States Code, beginning at 21 U.S.C. §301.

In Maryland, as in all states, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) provides the framework for the regulation of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics. This set of laws, which is found in Title 21 of the United States Code starting at Section 301, grants the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the authority to ensure the safety and efficacy of these products. The FDA's regulations are nationally applicable, including in Maryland, and they preempt state laws that conflict with federal standards. Maryland businesses and consumers must comply with the FDCA, as well as any additional state regulations that may further govern the handling, labeling, and safety of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics within the state.

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