Month: August 2014

In the News: August 25, 2014

China’s Toy Safety Drive Pays Off August 16, People’s Daily In 2008, toxic toys produced in China prompted recalls and called into question the manufacturing processes used in the country.  Read about a new toy standard recently put in place more »

Posted in Chemical Hazards, Children's Products, Food Safety, Global Developments, Product Safety Rules, Supply Chain

In the News: August 18, 2014

The Effect of Product Liability Litigation on CPSC Regulatory Compliance August 12, Claims Journal Regulatory compliance and defending a product liability lawsuit can create a conflict for companies.  Read why these two business activities may require delicate navigation… 4 Keys more »

Posted in Chemical Hazards, Children's Products, Global Developments, Product Liability, Product Safety Rules, Supply Chain

In the News: August 11, 2014

Zen Magnets Vows to Fight CPSC August 5, Reuters The recent high profile settlements with the CPSC involving magnets have not closed the book on the magnet controversy and warning labels.  Read about another magnet company vowing to take the more »

Posted in Chemical Hazards, Children's Products, Food Safety, Global Developments, Product Safety Rules, Product Standards, Supply Chain

In the News: August 4, 2014

Consumer Body Crackdown on Dodgy Goods July 29, Business World Ireland’s National Consumer Agency investigated nearly 500 product complaints last year according to a recently released agency annual report.  Read an overview of the report and what the agency has more »

Posted in Global Developments, Innovation, Product Liability, Supply Chain, Sustainability