Posts Tagged ‘CPSA’

Comparing Old and New Consumer Product Saftey Acts Proves Difficult – Showing Edits Inline May Help

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 has generated quite a bit of angst and confusion for companies trying to do the right thing.  Manufacturers, importers and retailers struggle to figure out which of their current practices are still acceptable versus what actions need to be changed. Currently, the published version of US Code [...]

CPSC to Streamline Certification Requirements Under CPSIA Sec. 102

Due to apparent mass confusion surrounding the new product certification rules, the Commission’s final ruling limits the types of companies that must provide certifications and trims down some of the administrative requirements. Background: Section 14 of the Consumer Product Safety Act [US Code Title 15, Chapter 47, Section 2063] covers Product Certification and Labeling. The [...]

More Information About the CPSIA Please

If you have been following this blog since its inception, you have noticed a mix of topics, from research regarding the financial impact of recalls on manufacturers to safety tips for consumers.  The reason?  A mix of readers.  Much to my delight, this blog is read by consumers, manufacturers, retailers, academics and researchers.  After several [...]