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California Proposes Ban on Bisphenols and PFAS in Certain Children’s Products
California has issued a proposal to regulate bisphenols and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in two categories of children’s products. The proposed restrictions would become effective on January 1, 2025.
Read moreCalifornia Introduces Bill to Encourage the Adoption of E-Bikes
California has introduced Senate Bill No. 712 (SB-712) to force landlords to accept electric bicycles (e-bikes) and enable the integration of these personal micromobility devices into the fabric of city living.
Read moreCPSC Issues Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Electric Bicycles
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has opened a public consultation over a proposed rulemaking for electric bicycles (e-bikes) to enhance safety and reduce the risk of injury.
Read moreSouth Korea Consults Over Proposed Amendment to Food Contact Material Standards
South Korea has initiated a consultation over its proposed revision to the nation’s standards and specifications for food contact materials and articles.
Read moreUK Amends GB Mandatory Classification and Labeling List
The United Kingdom’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revised its Great Britain (GB) mandatory classification, labeling and packaging (CLP) list for substances and mixtures. The revisions will apply from September 2, 2025.
Read moreUtah, USA, Repeals Online Law Label Requirement for Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Quilted Clothing
Effective February 2, 2024, the state of Utah has issued an emergency rule to repeal a requirement for displaying a uniform law label for bedding, upholstered furniture and quilted clothing online (R70-101), which had been in force since January 1, 2024.
Read moreChina Issues Product Standard for Footwear Used by Older People - GB/T 43587-2023
GB/T 43587-2023 ‘Footwear for older people’ was released on December 28, 2023, and officially implemented on July 1, 2024.
Read moreChina Releases Updated Product Standard GB 19082-2023 Disposable Protective Clothing for Medical Use
China issued an updated version of its national product standard GB 19082-2023 ‘Disposable protective clothing for medical use’ on November 27, 2023. It will become effective on December 1, 2025.
Read moreChina Releases Updated Product Standard GB 19083-2023 ‘Protective Face Mask for Medical Use’
China issued an updated version of its national product standard GB 19083-2023 ‘Protective face mask for medical use’ on November 27, 2023. It will become effective on December 1, 2025.
Read moreMercosur Revises Food Contact Metals and Alloys
The Southern Common Market has approved an amendment for food contact metals and alloys. Parties must incorporate the revisions into their national law before June 2, 2024.
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