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16/05/12 Proposed “Cosmetic Safety Amendments Act of 2012”
The “Cosmetic Safety Amendments Act of 2012” (H.R. 4395) was recently introduced to Congress. The purpose is to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic product manufacturing establishments....Read more

02/05/12 Maryland Enacts New “Lead-Free” Requirement for Certain Plumbing Products
Maryland has implemented the “lead-free” definition used by other states. Maryland altered the definition of “lead-free” to require a weighted average lead content of 0.25% for the wetted surfaces of a pipe, pipe fitting, plumbing fitting, or fixture intended to dispense water for human consumption through drinking or cooking....Read more

27/04/12 Consumer Products: England starts public consultation to scrap outdated regulations
shoppers In April 2011 the English government has started a program to assess outdated regulations. As part of this program a public consultation has been launched to remove old regulations regarding consumer products. The scope of the addressed regulations is currently covered partly by new EU legislation and partly by new UK legislation.

23/04/12 Sweden proposes ban of Bisphenol A in the packaging of food intended for children under three years
On 17 April 2012 Sweden published a proposed amendment of its Food Regulation: BPA, and compounds in which BPA is included, may not be used in paint and coatings in food packaging specifically designed for children from 0 to 3 years. This Regulation is planned to enter into force on 1 January 2013....Read more

19/04/12 Argentina Bans Bisphenol A in Baby Bottles
A new regulation issued by Argentina’s National Drug, Food and Medical Technology Administration (Disposition 1207/2012) bans the manufacture, importation and sale of baby bottles containing bisphenol-A,. The regulation was published on March 5, 2012, and gives companies 30 business days to comply....Read more

19/04/12 Consumer Product Safety Commission Grants Limited Exception to Lead in Substrate Requirement
The CPSC is granting a requested functional exception for certain components of ride-on toys from the 100 ppm total lead in substrate limit. The exception applies to aluminum die-cast ride-on pedals and other similar aluminum components of ride-on toys intended for children ages 3 years and older....Read more

18/04/12 Azo Dyes: European Standard EN 14362 for Detection of Banned Aromatic Amines Has Been Revised
colored thread The European Committee for Standardization has revised the test methods for the detection of certain aromatic amines derived from azo colorants, EN 14362 Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 and 2 are combined in the revised standard. Guidance regarding samples and which test to apply as well as minor changes in the extraction process is also included in the revision. The new standard, EN 14362-1:2012, will be effective in August 2012.

18/04/12 EU Partly Allows Germany to Maintain Stricter Chemical Limits in Toys
On 1 March 2012 the European Commission published Decision 2012/160/EU concerning the request of Germany to maintain the existing limits “for lead, barium, arsenic, antimony, mercury and nitrosamines and nitrosatable substances in toys beyond the entry into application of Directive 2009/48/EC” on 21 July 2013....Read more

11/04/12 New EU Regulation Implementing ErP Directive 2009/125/EC for air conditioners and comfort fans n° 206/2012
jacket On 6 March 2012 the European Commission adopted Regulation (EU) n° 206/2012 implementing Directive 2009/125/EC with regards to ecodesign requirements for air conditioners and comfort fans. This Regulation sets out values for minimum energy efficiency, maximum power consumption in off-mode and stand-by mode, and maximum sound power level and product information requirements.

It enters into force on 30 March 2012 and shall apply from 1 January 2013...Read more

11/04/12 EU: Updates of Commission Regulations implementing directive 2009/125/EC (ERP Directive)
jacket The ERP directive contributes to sustainable development by increasing stage- by- stage energy efficiency and the level of protection of the environment...Read more

06/04/12 The New Requirements on Exporting Textile Products to Egypt has been Postponed to 15 June 2012
jacket The Ministry of International Trade and Industry of Egypt issued two decrees in November 2011 relating to the control of imported goods of textile and leather products and its accessories and bags by Testing and Inspection...Read more

04/04/12 The US State of South Carolina recently amended the existing ban on phosphates in cleaning agents
On 6 March 2012, the State of South Carolina enacted ACT 120, which amended the existing laws (Section 44-53-50, Code of Laws of South Carolina, 1976) governing phosphates in cleaning agents. This amended law now includes certain household cleaners, which includes dish detergents as well as commercial laundry...Read more

23/03/12 AAFA Updates Restricted Substances List (RSL)
The 10th version of AAFA restricted substances list has been published. Updates in this version include the addition of 18 chemicals to appendix I, which lists chemicals that are associated with reporting laws, as well as other minor administrative changes....Read more

22/03/12 EMC: STANDARDS EVOLUTION IN EUROPE: New amendments to generic emission standards for residential, commercial and industrial environments published in 2011
EMC Chamber An overview of European publications EN 61000-6-3/A1 et EN 61000-6-4/A1: What changes introduce these evolutions? What impact among manufacturers for compliance of their products with these new EMC requirements?....Read more

21/03/12 CPSC issues revised Final Rule for 16 CFR 1130, Requirements for Consumer Registration of Durable Infant or Toddler Products
On February 17, 2012, the revised Final Rule for 16 CFR 1130, Requirements for Consumer Registration of Durable Infant or Toddler Products was published in the Federal Register. The amendment addresses interpretation issues with the original Final Rule that became effective in 2010...Read more

20/03/12 Public consultation on proposed restriction of Chromium VI in leather products under REACH
On 20 January 2012 Denmark submitted a restriction dossier according to Annex XV of Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 (REACH) to the European Chemicals Agency. This dossier is part of the process to add new restrictions to Annex XVII of the REACH-Regulation....Read more

19/03/12 ASTM International Publishes New Standard for Sling Carriers
baby in a sling In February 2012, ASTM International announced the publication of a new standard for Sling Carriers. The new standard, designated as ASTM F2907-12, provides safety and labeling requirements for Infant Slings....Read more

15/03/12 European Union – Safety of Electric Toys: Draft amendment prAB to EN 62115 at final voting stage until end April 2012
girl and pink laptop The draft amendment prAB to EN 62115:2005+A2:2011 Electric toys Safety is currently subjected to formal vote until 27 April 2012. Amongst other aspects, the draft includes some of the new safety requirements of the revised Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC....Read more

09/03/12 REACH: 13 Potential SVHC Subject to Public Consultation
beakers The European Chemical Agency has launched a new public consultation concerning 13 potential SVHC. All substances are classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction. Stakeholders can provide comments on these proposed SVHC until12 April 2012....Read more

09/03/12 Toy Safety Directive: European Council tightens migration limits for cadmium
teddy bear The EC published Directive 2012/7/EU amending the Heavy Metals Requirements of Directrutive 2009/48/EC on the Safety of Toys. By this amendment the migration limit of cadmium will be lowered, considering new scientific results of the EFSA....Read more

05/03/12 EU: Portable Rechargeable Batteries and Automotive Batteries and Accumulators – Required to be Marked with their Capacity
Batteries According to Commission Regulation (EU) Nº 1103/2010, portable rechargeable batteries and automotive batteries and accumulators will be required to be marked with their capacity effective 30 May 2012...Read more

29/02/12 Final Rules for US Safety Standard for Portable Bed Rails Published in Federal Register
On February 29, 2012, the Final Rule for the Safety Standard for Portable Bed Rails was published in the Federal Register by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The final rule adopts the ASTM F2085-12 as mandatory with no changes. The final rule also establishes an effective date of August 29, 2012 and will apply to product manufactured or imported on or after this date...Read more

29/02/12 EU Starts Consultation to Revise the Limit of Lead in Toys
Directive 2009/48/EC on the Safety of Toys includes migration limits for certain elements (e.g., lead) in toys which are scheduled to come into force in July 2013. However, these limits can be amended by a “comitology procedure” when new scientific evidence indicates a need for change. This means that minor changes in legislation do not have to pass the EU Parliament but are instead discussed and adopted by a professional committee....Read more

23/02/12 RoHS: Consultation Sought on Exemption Requests
The European Commission has requested scientific support from the Öko-Institut e.V. and the Fraunhofer IZM for the evaluation of exemptions for substance restrictions under Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS). Stakeholders can provide comments until 20 March 2012 on pre-chosen exemptions, some of which are new and some which are being revised. The Öko-Institut e.V. then will issue a final opinion on the inclusion of new exemptions to the RoHS Directive...Read more

23/02/12 US Toy Standard ASTM F963-11 to Become Mandatory
ASTM F963-11 “Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety” becomes a mandatory standard on June 12, 2012. The 2011 version of the standard was published on December 15, 2011, and as defined under CPSIA it becomes mandatory within 180 days of publication, unless rejected by the US CPSC within 90 days of publication...Read more

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