Tests are carried out before the launching of products to ensure that the products are safe to use. Such tests include acute oral toxicity, acute dermal toxicity, if the oral toxicity is significant, skin irritation and sensitization, and phototoxicity if the material absorbs in the UV range. Subchronic feeding studies, dermal absorption and metabolic fate can also be carried out if the need arises.   

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