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Fire Safety for Candles standard, (ASTM F2417) was updated to 2023 version
The ASTM standard F2417, which deals with fire safety for candles, has recently been updated with new general requirements.
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U.S. Court of Appeals Vacates CPSC Rule on Custom Window Coverings
CPSC rule on custom window coverings vacated and remanded by U.S. Court of Appeal.
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CPSC Votes to Adopt ANSI/UL 4200A-2023 as the Mandatory Standard for Consumer Products Containing Button Cell or Coin Batteries
US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has voted to incorporate by reference ANSI/UL 4200A-2023 as the safety standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries
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Australia publishes new requirements for toys
The Australian requirements for toys intended for children under three years of age have been amended with more stringent requirements for small parts to stop release during play or reasonable wear and tear.
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Japan sets requirements for magnet sets and expanding water beads
The new requirements in Japan regarding magnet sets and expanding beads came into force on June 19,2023.
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EU Issues New Regulation on Batteries and Waste Batteries
The EU has published a new piece of legislation on batteries and waste batteries. This new law will be implemented in phases, starting February 18, 2024
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UK Government update to UKCA marking regulations
UK Government announces decision to indefinitely extend recognition of CE marking for most goods enter GB markets.
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ECHA Consults Over Six Substances as SVHC
The ECHA has launched a 45-day consultation for listing six chemicals as substances of very high concern (SHVC). Comments are accepted until October 10, 2023.
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UK Proposes Revision to GB CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures
The United Kingdom is proposing to amend the GB mandatory classification and labeling list under its GB CLP Regulation. The proposed revised list would become mandatory in Q3 of 2025.
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Japan to Regulate Three POP Chemicals
Japan has announced its designation of methoxychlor, dechlorane plus and UV-328 as Class I Specified Chemical Substances. The provisions are expected to become effective after Autumn 2024.
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