Environmental Working Group: New FDA Rule for Antibacterial Soap is Important Step, More Action Needed

Washington, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–December 17, 2013.  The Food and Drug Administration’s proposal to require manufacturers to prove antibacterial hand soaps are safe and better than plain soap and water is a sign that the agency is finally “cracking down on the widespread use of ingredients that may be harmful to public health,” EWG said in a statement today.

“This is an important first step, and one that is long overdue,” said Renee Sharp, EWG’s research director. “Antibacterial…