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Secretary of Health and Human Services

The head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, a cabinet-level position responsible for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services. This role oversees agencies like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act)

A foundational U.S. law that gives the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to oversee the safety of food, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, and tobacco products.

Refused admission

When an imported item is denied entry into the United States by customs or a regulatory agency (like the FDA) because it does not meet U.S. health, safety, or quality standards.

Article

In this context, a general term referring to any item or product that is imported, which could include food, drugs, devices, cosmetics, or other consumer goods.

Interstate commerce

Commercial trade, traffic, or transportation of goods, services, or people across state lines. Federal laws often apply to activities that affect interstate commerce.

Regulations

Rules created by government agencies (like the FDA) to carry out the details of a law passed by Congress. These rules have the force of law.