Insight by Category: Toys and Children's Products

Vol. 1444 | 10 Dec 2024

U.S. California AB 347 Regulation of PFAS in Consumer Products

California's AB 347 mandates manufacturer registration and compliance for PFAS in juvenile products, textiles, and food packaging. Enforcement begins July 1, 2030, with key provisions outlined.

Vol. 1443 | 10 Dec 2024

U.S. Federal – EPA Amendment to the DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) under the TSCA

The EPA has finalized revisions to regulations for DecaBDE and PIP (3:1) under the TSCA, effective January 21, 2025. Key changes include PPE requirements and phaseouts for certain uses.

Vol. 1442 | 10 Dec 2024

U.S. Oregon – Proposed Amendment to the Toxic Free Kids Act

Oregon's HB3043 modifies the Toxic-Free Kids Act, introducing new reporting requirements and adding high-priority chemicals to protect children's health. The Oregon Health Authority is implementing these changes.

Vol. 1441 | 09 Dec 2024

EU – Updates the list of harmonized standards of General Products Safety Directive (GPSD)

The European Commission updates the list of harmonized standards under the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD), withdrawing four specific standards related to outdoor furniture and paragliding equipment.

Vol. 1440 | 09 Dec 2024

U.S. – Proposed new mandatory requirements for neck floats

The CPSC proposes new mandatory safety requirements for neck floats to enhance child safety and reduce drowning risks. Key changes include buoyancy standards and labeling updates.

Vol. 1439 | 08 Dec 2024

UK – Government issues update on EU General Product Safety Regulation 2023/988 (GPSR) in regard to market surveillance

Explore the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), effective December 13, 2024, which revises EU product safety standards to ensure consumer protection. This regulation outlines responsibilities for economic operators and market surveillance authorities while enhancing product traceability and compliance requirements for goods sold in the EU and Northern Ireland.

Vol. 1438 | 02 Dec 2024

Health Canada publishes Tent Regulations SOR/2024-217

Health Canada published the new Tents Regulations (SOR/2024-217) on November 20, 2024, which repeals the previous Tents Regulations (SOR/2016-185). These new regulations incorporate safety requirements from the Canada General Standards Board's (CGSB) standard CAN/CGSB-182.1-2020

Vol. 1437 | 27 Nov 2024

eFiling Draft Final Rule submitted to the CPSC Commission

On November 22, 2024, the Draft Final Rule for eFiling was submitted to the CPSC Commission for their review. The Commission is set to meet on December 18, 2024 to decide on the submitted draft.

Vol. 1436 | 25 Nov 2024

U.S. - CPSC Final Rule: Safety Standard for Soft Infant and Toddler Carriers

On November 20, 2024, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) staff published a Direct Final Rule in the Federal Register, updating the safety standard for soft infant and toddler carriers.

Vol. 1434 | 19 Nov 2024

California Imposes Restrictions on Bisphenols to Protect Children's Health

California has expanded restrictions on Bisphenol A (BPA) with the approval of bill SB-1266, effective January 1, 2026. The new law protects children under 12 by prohibiting BPA in juvenile feeding and teething products, aiming to reduce exposure and enhance safety.

Vol. 1433 | 19 Nov 2024

U.S. CPSC Issues Final Rule for Infant Bath Seats (16 CFR 1215)

The U.S. CPSC has updated the Safety Standard for Infant Bath Seats (16 CFR 1215), effective January 4, 2025. Key changes include a textured testing surface for slip resistance and clarified testing methods to enhance safety and stability for infant bath seats.

Vol. 1432 | 19 Nov 2024

EU REACH – ECHA Adds Triphenyl Phosphate to the Candidate List

ECHA has added Triphenyl Phosphate (TPhP) to the SVHC Candidate List due to its endocrine-disrupting properties. Learn about the implications for companies under REACH regulations, including notification obligations and compliance requirements.

Vol. 1431 | 19 Nov 2024

U.S. – September 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

Explore the September 2024 analysis of California Proposition 65, detailing 447 notices for chemical violations, including lead and phthalates, and learn how Intertek can assist with compliance and testing services.

Vol. 1430 | 15 Nov 2024

U.S. – Final rule on Infant Support Cushions (16 CFR 1243)

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved the Safety Standard for Infant Support Cushions (16 CFR 1243). Check out our Insight Bulletin for a summary of the Safety Standards.

Vol. 1429 | 10 Nov 2024

U.S. - Final rule on Safety Standard for Nursing Pillows (16 CFR 1242)

Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved a new Safety Standard for Nursing Pillows (16 CFR 1242), consisting of general requirements, performance requirements and labelling requirements.

Vol. 1428 | 25 Oct 2024

California Proposition 65: Countdown to Bisphenol S (BPS) Warning Label

The deadline for warning labels on bisphenol S (BPS) under Proposition 65 is set for December 29, 2024. BPS was officially added to the Proposition 65 list on December 29, 2023, due to its classification as a chemical known to cause female reproductive toxicity.

Vol. 1427 | 21 Oct 2024

U.S. – August 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In August 2024, there were 455 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 50% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 19% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 31% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1426 | 14 Oct 2024

EU – Commission Tighten the Limit Value of Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCDD) under POPs Regulation

On 27 Sep 2024, the European Commission (EU) published Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2555 amending Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 (POPs Regulation).

Vol. 1425 | 14 Oct 2024

U.S. – July 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In July 2024, there were 328 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 34% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 14% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 52% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1422 | 05 Sep 2024

New Zealand Reduces Lead Levels in Paints

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has issued Group Standards (Reducing Lead) Amendment Notice 2024, which aims to reduce the lead level in paints.

Vol. 1420 | 26 Aug 2024

Canada Requires Reporting on PFAS for 2023 Imported Products

On July 27, 2024, Canada's Minister of the Environment issued a Canada Gazette notice mandating a survey to gather data on the manufacture, import, and use of 312 specific per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Vol. 1419 | 09 Aug 2024

Japan - Approved to Expand the Restriction on PFOA, its isomer or its salts and PFOA-related compounds

On 10 Jul 2024, the Ministries of Japan has published Cabinet Order no. 244 of 2024 to expand the restriction on perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and its salts to PFOA, its isomer or its salts and PFOA-related compounds under the Act on the Evaluation of Chemical Substances and Regulation of their Manufacturer etc.

Vol. 1418 | 06 Aug 2024

U.S. – June 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In June 2024, there were 506 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 43% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 11% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 46% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol, 1417 | 06 Aug 2024

Amendment of Stuffed Toy Law in Pennsylvania

On August 27, 2024, House Bill 1333 will come into effect, allowing the use of recycled materials in all stuffed toys produced and sold in the state. This amendment to the 1961 ‘Stuffed Toy Manufacturing Act’ acknowledges the evolution of manufacturing processes and shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable products.

Vol. 1416 | 02 Aug 2024

Australia Approved Safety Standard for Infant Products

Australia's government has published the Consumer Goods (Infant Sleep Products) Safety Standard 2024 and Consumer Goods (Infant Products) Information Standard 2024 in the federal register of legislation.

Vol. 1415 | 02 Aug 2024

U.S.- Proposed Rules: Utah’s Online Sales Requirements R70-101-13

The State of Utah has published a draft of its new rule change governing the online sale of stuffed articles, open for public comment until August 14, 2024. If unchanged, the rules will take effect on August 21, 2024, with enforcement beginning April 1, 2025.

Vol. 1412 | 16 Jul 2024

Rhode Island Enacts 2024 Consumer Protection Act Banning PFAS in Multiple Products

On June 26, 2024, Rhode Island Governor McKee approved the Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 (Senate Bill S2152). This legislation imposes a sweeping prohibition on the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in products available for sale or produced within the state.

Vol. 1411 | 12 Jul 2024

EU - Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) Overview 2024

The Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 of the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) was officially published on June 13, 2024. This regulation aims to replace the existing Eco-design Directive (2009/125/EC), and expands the Eco-design criteria to cover a wider array of products, including textile products.

Vol. 1410 | 12 Jul 2024

China Market Update: Updated Textile, Footwear Products & Hardgoods Standard List 2024

In the first half of 2024, the standardization administration of the People’s Republic of China released announcement No.1, No.10, No.12 and No.14 and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China released announcement No.4 to publish standards updates.

Vol. 1409 | 27 Jun 2024

EU REACH – ECHA adds one hazardous chemical to the Candidate List

On June 27, 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) expanded the Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List by adding a new substance: bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide. This chemical, known for its toxicity to reproduction, serves various industrial purposes, including use as a processing aid and flame retardant.

Vol. 1408 | 14 Jun 2024

U.S. – May 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In May 2024, there were 539 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 33% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 14% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 53% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1407 | 14 Jun 2024

U.S. – April 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In April 2024, there were 351 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 52% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 17% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 31% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1405 | 20 May 2024

LD 1537: Maine Updated PFAS Consumer Products Law Related to Prevention of PFAS Chemicals

On April 16, 2024, Governor Janet Mills signed L.D. 1537, titled “An Act to Amend the Laws Relating to the Prevention of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Pollution.”

Vol. 1403 | 13 May 2024

U.S. – March 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In March 2024, there were 443 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 58% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 18% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 24% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1400 | 26 Mar 2024

U.S. – February 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In February 2024, there were 352 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 51% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 18% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 31% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1398 | 06 Mar 2024

EU restricts microplastics in products under REACH – Latest thinking by EU technical services

In September 2023, the EU published a new regulation aimed at restricting the use of intentionally added microplastics. The Regulation (EU) 2023/2055 specifically targets synthetic polymer microparticles, commonly known as microplastics.

Vol. 1397 | 14 Feb 2024

U.S. – January 2024 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In January 2024, there were 510 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65, of which 37% of the notices served were for the category of Lead, 13% of notices were served for the presence of Phthalates, 50% of the notices were for the presence of Other chemicals.

Vol. 1395 | 31 Jan 2024

Australia - Strengthen Regulations on Persistent Organic Pollutant (POPs) Chemicals

On 18 December 2023, Australia issued the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Amendment (2023 Measures No. 1) Instrument 2023 (the Amendment)

Vol. 1394 | 31 Jan 2024

EU REACH – ECHA Adds Five New Hazardous Chemicals to the Candidate List

ECHA added 5 new substances to the SVHC Candidate List and updated DBP's entry for environmental endocrine disruption, now totaling 240 substances commonly found in inks, toners, adhesives, sealants, and cleaning products.

Vol. 1393 | 24 Jan 2024

U.S. – December 2023 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In December 2023, there were 344 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65. The majority of the notices were for Lead (45%). 11% of notices were for the presence of Phthalates, 44% of the notices were for Other chemicals.

Vol. 1392 | 24 Jan 2024

U.S. – November 2023 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In November 2023, there were 396 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65. The majority of the notices were for Lead (52%). 19% of notices were for the presence of Phthalates, 29% of the notices were for Other chemicals.

Vol. 1391 | 24 Jan 2024

U.S. – October 2023 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis

In October 2023, there were 409 60-day notices for violation of Prop 65. The majority of the notices were for Lead (43%). Nearly 25% of notices were for the presence of Phthalates, 32% of the notices were for Other chemicals.

Vol. 1390 | 19 Jan 2024

China Market Update: Updated Textile, Footwear Products & Hardgoods Standard List 2023

In late 2023, China released updated standards for textile, footwear, and hardgoods products, covering various categories including sportswear, homewear, labeling, and safety specifications.