The FDA Has Proposed Rules That Would Classify Cigarettes as a Medical

question 58

Essay

The FDA has proposed rules that would classify cigarettes as a medical device and thereby severely restrict the types of advertising that could be used.What forms and types of feedback would the tobacco companies have during the rule-making process by the FDA?

---

Definitions:

Distribution Center

A warehouse or specialized facility where products are stored and organized for the purpose of redistributing to retailers, wholesalers, or directly to consumers.

Wholesaler

A type of business that buys goods in large quantities directly from manufacturers or distributors and resells them to retailers or other businesses.

Retail Distribution Center

A specialized facility that handles the storage and distribution of goods to retail stores or directly to customers, often involving inventory management, order fulfillment, and transportation logistics.

Manufacturer's Representative

An individual or business that sells a manufacturer's products to wholesale and retail customers, but does not take ownership of the goods.