European Union EU RAPEX systems notified 28 cases in which 11% were notified because of strangulation or other injuries. 3 children’s apparel do not comply drawstring regulation. 2 children’s apparel were notified because they pose a risk of choking and contain small parts which can easily detach and be swallowed by small children. 1 fancy-dress beard
Phosphorus flame retardants are widely used in plastic products, textiles, upholstered furniture, and children’s products, the market share is increasing because of its high stability and low toxicity. In recent years consumers have become increasingly concerned about the potential health risks of chemical flame retardants. The EU and the United States have been promoting the management
Latest Progress On the 17th of March 2015, the Council of the District of Columbia drafted Bill B21-143 aiming to prohibit the use of TDCPP and TCEP in all products. The council unanimously approved the bill’s first reading on the 2nd of February 2016. Content of the Proposal The requirements of B21-143 are shown in the tables below:
to prohibit the distribution of children’s products and upholstered furniture containing certain flame retardants. The restricted substances are halogenated flame retardants except for Antimony trioxide. This Act shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act; the restriction on flame retardants shall take effect one year after enactment. Restriction on Flame Retardants Definitions The
