In the News: April 21, 2014

Consumer Groups Win Appeal to Reveal Company Doe
April 16, Washington Post
The three year old law suit over a company’s identity and the CPSC database, saferproducts.gov had a major development on April 16.  Read about the court’s ruling and what it could mean for the future of the database…

Vermont House Panel Likely to Scale Back Toxic Chemicals Bill
April 11, Reformer.com
The state of Vermont is considering the country’s strictest chemicals law for a variety of products sold in the state, including consumer products.  Read about the bill under consideration and the implications for companies that do business in Vermont…

MEPs Seek Mandatory “Made-in” Labeling to Boost Product Safety
April 16, Novinite.com
The European Parliament recently voted on two measures aimed at increasing product safety in the EU.  Read about the measures and what it means for manufactures that do business in Europe…

Blog:  Criminal Liability for Faulty Products
April 14, Business Standard
Product safety and the recall of harmful products, especially automobiles are on the rise in India.  Read about the development of product safety and liability in the country here…

World’s First Guide on Traceability Advances Supply Chain Sustainability
April 17, Eco-Business
The United Nations Global Compact and BSR recently released the first guide guidance to help companies source sustainable materials.  Learn about the report and find a link a copy here…

TIA Advocates to Reduce Third Party Testing
April 10, Gifts and Decorative Accessories
The CPSC recently held a workshop aimed at reducing third party testing costs for manufacturers.  Read about the workshop, and specifically what the Toy Industry hopes to gain…

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