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 in China and the impact it could have on manufacturing…

Food Additives on the Rise as FDA Scrutiny Wanes
August 18, Washington Post
Additives in the United States food supply are on the rise.  Read about self certification and the problem it is causing with FDA oversight of food additives…

Blog:  How to Avoid Recall Fatigue
August 20, Business 2 Community
Recall effectiveness is an issue that concerns both regulators and manufacturers.  Read about recall fatigue and how it could impact how effective your recall is…

Demand Forecasting in a Supply Chain
August 18, Business Standard
In today’s dynamic market place, linking your supply chain with the demand for your product can pay off.  Read how forecasting can help you predict where supply meets demand…

Video: National Commission on Product Safety
August 23, CSPAN
CPSC Commissioner Robert Adler sat down with CSPAN for a discussion on product safety, history of the CPSC and current initiatives. Watch the video here…

House Members Call on CPSC to Act on CHAP Phthalate Safety Report
August 14, Lexology
The recently released report on phthalates requested by Congress in CPSIA has sparked interest by some members of Congress for immediate action.  Read what some members would like to see happen now…

 

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