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Mexico Becomes First Country in North America to Outlaw Animal Testing for Cosmetics

The move, backed up unanimous support from Mexico's Senate, was inspired by stop-motion animated film Save Ralph.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

Animal testing for cosmetics is officially banned in Mexico.   Mexico’s Senate on Friday gave its final and unanimous support to the federal bill, making it the first country in North America and the 41st country globally to ban testing.    “We are thrilled to see Mexico become the first country in North America to outlaw cosmetic animal testing and commend our bill sponsor Senator Ricardo Monreal, and all congressmen and women for voting to end cosmetic animal testing in Mexico,...

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