Colors and Cosmetics Chemistry Expert Witness | Virginia

Expert Qualifications

This highly qualified expert is specialized in the color and cosmetics chemistry with a deep understanding of formulation, toxicology, microbiology, and the safety requirements of products within his field. He spent 34 years with the Food and Drug Administration where he held a number of positions including serving as the chief of color technology, deputy director of color and cosmetics, and director of applied research and safety assessment at CFSAN. He also served as the director of cosmetic chemistry at The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association and as the executive vice president of science at The Personal Care Products Council. Currently, this expert is an independent advisor of a consulting group in Virginia.

Bio Snapshot

Location: VA

BS, Chemistry, College of William and Mary

PhD, Chemistry, George Washington University

Member, Society of Cosmetic Chemists

Member, American Chemical Society

Member, Association of Official Analytical Chemists

Former, Chemist, Colors and Cosmetics, FDA

Former, Senior Research Chemist, Color Technology, FDA

Former, Chief, Color Technology, Colors and Cosmetics, FDA

Former, Associate Director, Colors and Cosmetics, FDA

Former, Deputy Director, Colors and Cosmetics, FDA

Former, Director, Office of Cosmetics and Colors, FDA

Former, Director, Applied Research and Safety Assessment, CFSAN

Former, Director, Cosmetic Chemistry, The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association

Former, Executive Vice President, Science, The Personal Care Products Council

Current, Independent Advisor, a consulting group in VA

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