March 2021 Regulatory Update

NORTH AMERICA NEWS

ASTM Published a New USA Standard Specification for Barrier Face Coverings - ASTM F3502-21

ASTM International published ASTM F3502-21 in February 2021 which provides specifications for both single and reusable non-medical barrier face coverings; the standard was developed by subcommittee F23.65 for respiratory protection.

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The standard was primarily established in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic beginning in 2019 to address a product that is neither a medical face mask per ASTM Specification F2100 for providing source control, nor a respirator for providing inhalation protection as defined by regulatory requirements specified in the United States under 42 CFR Part 84.

The focus of this specification is to identify how the non-medical barrier face covering should perform in terms of source control/protection, comfort, and re-use potential. The level of source control/protection depends on how well particles are blocked from going through the barrier face covering and minimizing the amount of leakage that may occur around the perimeter of the barrier face covering.

Following are the key requirements established by the standard:

  • Performance Requirements
    • Performance Property Level 1
      (Lower performance)
      Level 2
      (Higher performance)
      Sub-micron particulate filtration efficiency ≥ 20% ≥ 50%
      Airflow resistance, inhalation ≤ 15 mm H2O ≤ 5 mm H2O
    • Note – Each performance property can be classified into two levels where level 1 is the minimum acceptable level
  • Design Requirements – take into account the general construction of the barrier face coverings such as, the materials shall be non-irritating and non-toxic, free of sharp edges, sharp points or burrs, includes a retention system to keep on wearer’s nose / mouth, etc.
  • Conformity Assessment – follows Guide F3050-17 Annex A3 Model A to issue a declaration of conformity indicating that each barrier face covering labelled as compliant has met all of the requirements of this standard specification including design criteria, performance criteria, test methods, labelling, and user information. Additionally, conformance to this standard requires that sub-micron particulate filtration efficiency and airflow resistance tests have been performed by a laboratory accredited for conducting these tests.
  • Product and Packaging Labeling & User Instructions – specifies the minimum content for labels that appear on the barrier face covering, its immediate packaging, and if different, point-of-sale packaging. User instructions to guide selection and sizing, proper use (positioning and adjustment), and care including cleaning or laundering if product reuse is intended, informs on product cautions and limitations, and describes product replacement and disposal procedures.
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USA: Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse (TPCH) has released the new Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation

On February 16, 2021, TPCH announced the organization’s update to its ‘Model Legislation’. In addition to maintaining the regulated four heavy metals, the legislation has been expanded to restrict the class of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and ortho-phthalates in packaging and packaging materials.

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The Source Reduction Council of the Coalition of Northeast Governors (CONEG) developed the Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation in 1989 to reduce the amount of heavy metals in packaging and packaging components that are sold or distributed throughout the United States. The intent was to curb the amount of heavy metals – specifically, lead, mercury, cadmium, and hexavalent chromium ─ entering the municipal solid waste stream and, ultimately, landfills, incinerators, and recycling streams from packaging, since packaging comprises approximately one-third of the waste stream. TPCH was formed in 1992 to promote the Model Legislation and consistency in its implementation across states that adopted the Model Legislation. To date, the Model has been adopted by nineteen U.S. states, including: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

On February 16, 2021, the Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse (TPCH) announced the organization’s 2021 update to their Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation.

Major changes include:

  • Prohibiting intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
  • Restricting intentionally added ortho-phthalates (commonly known as phthalates) to no more than 100 ppm (0.01%).
  • Removing some of the current exemptions such as for vitrified labels and recycled materials.

The updated Model Legislation became effective on February 16, 2021 and it will be up to each state to adopt changes to their existing laws or adopt a new law to address toxics in packaging.

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USA: Washington State to Ban Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Four Types of Food Packaging

In February 2021, Washington State has announced that PFAS in four types of food packaging will be banned as of February 2023.

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In 2018, the Washington State Legislature passed legislation banning the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in “specific food packaging applications” if safer alternatives are available (recodified as RCW 70A.222.070). This law requires the Washington State Department of Ecology (DoE) to conduct an alternatives assessment to evaluate “less toxic chemicals and nonchemical alternatives” and determine whether safer alternatives are available. This law defines “food packaging” as “a package or packaging component that is intended for direct food contact and is comprised, in substantial part, of paper, paperboard, or other materials originally derived from plant fibres.”

According to the law, the prohibition on the use of PFAS chemicals in food packaging:

  • Becomes effective January 1, 2022, if safer alternatives were identified by January 2020.
  • Does not take effect January 1, 2022, if safer alternatives were not identified by January 2020.

If the DoE does not find that a safer alternative is available for some or all categories of food packaging applications, beginning January 1, 2021, and each year following, the DoE must review and report on alternatives. The prohibition on PFAS for specific food packaging applications takes effect two years after a report submitted to the legislature finds that safer alternatives are available. In February 2021, the DoE released its first alternatives assessment report for PFAS in food packaging. The report found that PFAS alternatives (shown in parentheses) are available for the following four packaging applications:

  • Food boats (clay-coated and reusable options)
  • Plates (clay-coated and reusable options)
  • Pizza boxes (uncoated options)
  • Wraps and liners (wax-coated options)

Based on the availability of safer alternatives, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the above four types of food packaging will be banned as of February 2023.

However, in the following food packaging applications, DoE did not identify any alternatives that met the criteria for safer without restrictions at this time:

  • Bags and sleeves
  • Bowls
  • Trays
  • French fry cartons
  • Clamshells
  • Interlocking folded containers

DoE will continue with the alternatives assessment process for these six products, as well as other potential products.

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ASTM published a new test standard for child safety locks and latches for use with cabinet doors and drawers - ASTM F3492-21

ASTM International published a new safety standard for child safety locks and latches - ASTM F3492-21 on February 2021. This standard applies to child safety locks and latches for use with cabinet doors and drawers to restrict access to household cabinets by children under the age of 48 months.

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ASTM F3492-21 covers safety requirements, chemical requirements, performance requirements, and warnings for child safety locks and latches intended to be installed by consumers to the interior of residential cabinet doors and drawers to restrict access to household cabinets by children under the age of 48 months.

The key requirements include:

  • No accessible hazardous sharp points or edges (as defined in 16 CFR 1500.48 & 16 CFR 1500.49
  • No small parts (as defined in 16 CFR 1501)
  • A magnetic requirement
  • Total Lead requirements on all paint and surface coatings (as defined in 16 CFR 1303)
  • Openings requirements
  • Effective strength requirements
  • Marking and labeling requirements
  • Instructions

The child safety locks and latches that are not covered by this standard include those:

  • Installed on the exterior of a cabinet door or drawer
  • Requiring installation by professionals, or
  • That are an integral part of the cabinet door or drawer system
  • Child safety locks, latches and straps intended for use on furniture or appliances as anchoring devices to prevent tip over
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an additional comment period for the five new hazardous chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

On March 8, 2021, the U.S. EPA asked for additional public input to re-examine on five final rules for persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals issued on January 6, 2021 under the TSCA. This included an additional 60-day comment period for the five PBT chemicals and a temporary 180-day “No Action Assurance” indicating that the agency will exercise its enforcement discretion regarding the rule for Phenol, isopropylated phosphate (3:1) [PIP (3:1)].

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In January 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published five final rules in the federal register (86 FR 866-932) to regulate five persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals under Section 6(h) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These final rules became effective on February 5, 2021 with some restrictions commencing on March 8, 2021.

However, on the same day of the effective date for starting the restrictions, the EPA is asking for additional public input, including an additional 60-day comment period for the five PBT chemicals and a temporary 180-day “No Action Assurance” for PIP (3:1), in accordance with Biden-Harris Administration executive orders and directives since these rules are intended to provide critical health protections for Americans, including children, workers, other potentially at-risk groups, and the environment. Re-examining these rules will ensure the promise from the U.S .government to protect human health and the environment by reducing exposure to toxic chemicals can be delivered.

These five PBT chemicals are:

Chemical (CAS number) Potential usage Scope and Requirement Effective Date
Decabromodiphenyl ether (DecaBDE)(CAS No. 1163-19-5, a flame retardant with applications in wire and cable rubber casings, textiles, electronic equipment casings, building and construction materials, etc. Manufacturing (include importing) and processing of DecaBDE or DecaBDE-containing products or articles: Prohibited March 8, 2021
Remark: There are other effective dates for different scenarios
Phenol, isopropylated phosphate (3:1) [PIP (3:1)] (CAS No. 68937-41-7) a flame retardant in plastics and as a functional fluid in aircraft and industrial machinery Processing and distributing of PIP (3:1), including PIP (3:1)-containing products or articles: prohibited March 8, 2021
Remark: There are other effective dates for different scenarios
Pentachlorothiophenol (PCTP) (CAS No. 133-49-3) a substance with applications in the rubber industry Manufacturing (include importing) and processing of PCTP or PCTP-containing products or articles: ≤ 1% March 8, 2021
Remark: There are other effective dates for different scenarios
Hexachlorobutadiene (HCBD) (CAS No. 87-68-3) a solvent in rubber manufacturing and in hydraulic, heat transfer or transformer fluid Manufacturing, processing and distribution of HCBD or HCBD-containing products or articles: prohibited March 8, 2021
2,4,6-tris(tert-butyl) phenol (2,4,6-TTBP) (CAS No. 732-26-3). an antioxidant in fuel additives and fuel injector cleaners as well as an additive in oil and lubricants Distribution in containers with a volume of less than 35 gallons: ≤ 0.3% January 26, 2026
Remark: There are other effective dates for different scenarios
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AUSTRALIA NEWS

Australia and New Zealand published a new version of AS/NZS ISO 8124.3:2021 Safety of Toys Part 3: Migration of Certain Elements

Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand issued a new version of Safety of Toys AS/ NZS 8124-3 Migration of Certain Elements in February 2021. The 2021 version replaces AS/NZS ISO 8124.3:2012 and its amendment 1:2016.

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The toy safety standard originated in Australia as part of AS 1647-1974 and later has been jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS ISO 8124.3. The new version AS/NZS ISO 8124.3:2021 identically adopts ISO 8124-3:2020, which was published in March 2020 and specifies maximum acceptable levels and methods of sampling, extraction and determination for the migration of certain elements including antimony, arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury and selenium from toy materials and from parts of toys. The standard does not apply to packaging materials unless they are intended to be kept, for example boxes and containers, or unless they form part of the toy or have intended play value.

The newly published standard contains several major changes when compared to the previous version. The key changes include:

  • Two detailed dewaxing methods using either soxhlet extractor or solvent extractor have been introduced to replace the original method.
  • Definitions of paper and paperboard have been separated. Materials formed by irregular cellulose fibers having a mass per unit area under 400 g/m2 are defined as paper (laminated paper is not treated as paper). Materials like card or cardboard having a mass per unit area over 400 g/m2 is defined as paperboard.

The migration value requirements are provided in Table 1.

Table 1: Maximum acceptable element migration from toy materials

Toy material Element, values in mg/kg of toy material
Element Sb As Ba Cd Cr Pb Hg Se
Any toy material except modelling clay and finger paint 60 25 1000 75 60 90 60 500
Modelling clay 60 25 250 50 25 90 25 500
Finger paint 10 10 350 15 25 25 10 50
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EUROPE NEWS

New public consultation on eight potential Substances of Very High Concern

On March 9, 2021, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published proposals to identify eight chemicals as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) and possible candidates for authorization. Interested parties are invited to comment on the eight proposals by April 23, 2021. If the eight proposals are accepted, the Candidate List of SVHC will expand to 219.

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All eight substances are proposed because of their potentially serious and often irreversible effects on human health and the environment. The names of the substances, the reasons for their proposal as SVHC and their potential uses are provided in the below table:

Substance name CAS number Reason for proposing Potential uses
1,4-dioxane 123-91-1 - Equivalent level of concern having probable serious effects on human health and the environment - Solvent in the synthesis of chemicals
2,2-bis(bromomethyl)propane1,3-diol (BMP) 2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol, tribromo derivative/3-bromo-2,2-bis(bromomethyl)-1-propanol (TBNPA) 2,3-dibromo-1-propanol (2,3-DBPA) 3296-90-0
36483-57-5
1522-92-5
96-13-9
- Carcinogenic - Reactive flame retardant intermediate
- In polymer production manufacture of plastics products
- Intermediate in manufacture of fine chemicals and of chemicals
2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl)propionaldehyde and its individual stereoisomers - - Toxic for reproduction - Air care products, cosmetics, personal care products and biocidal products
- Coating and paints, thinners, paint removes; fillers, putties, plasters, modeling clay; finger paints ink and toners
Washing and cleaning products
Polishes and wax blends
4,4'-(1-methylpropylidene)bisphenol; (bisphenol B) 77-40-7 - Endocrine disrupting properties - Manufacture of phenolic and polycarbonate resins
- corrosion inhibitors to coat cans in the food industry
Glutaral 111-30-8 - Respiratory sensitizing properties - Biocide
- Fire extinguishing agents
- Anti-foaming agents, foam-reducing agents.
- Paint and varnish Water based decorative/protection Industrial use
Medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCP) [UVCB substances consisting of more than or equal to 80% linear chloroalkanes with carbon chain lengths within the range from C14 to C17] - - PBT
- vPvB
- Flame retardants and plasticizing additives in plastics, adhesives, sealants, rubber, paints and textiles
- Additives in coolants and lubricants in machinery and manufacture for metal products.
Orthoboric acid, sodium salt 13840-56-7 - Toxic for reproduction - Solvent and corrosion inhibitor
Phenol, alkylation products (mainly in para position) with C12-rich branched or linear alkyl chains from oligomerization, covering any individual isomers and/ or combinations thereof (PDDP) - Toxic for reproduction, Endocrine disrupting properties - Preparation of a variety of lubricant additive materials and of fuel system cleaners
- Manufacture of chemicals, rubber products and plastic products
- Intermediate for the production of special resins, paints, varnishes and coating resins
- Monomer for phenol/formaldehyde resins and ink resins
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European Union (EU) sets limit for Pentachlorophenol (PCP) and its salts and esters under Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Recast Regulation

The European Commission has approved Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/277 to amend Annex I to POP Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 regarding the entry of Pentachlorophenol (PCP) and its salts and esters with setting its Unintentional Trace Contaminant (UTC) limit at 5 ppm by weight. The update shall enter into force on March 15, 2021.

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POPs Recast Regulation (consolidated version to September 2020) is an EU restriction on persistent organic pollutants in products, in which Annex I contains a list of substances that are prohibited in manufacturing, placing on the market and use, whether on their own, in mixtures or in articles.

PCP and its salts and esters were listed in Annex I without an Unintentional Trace Contaminant (UTC) limit when the POP Recast Regulation was published in 2019. The European Commission, however, has determined the presence of PCP and its salt and esters as impurities in some articles such as imported textiles and recovered wood chips to produce wood panels since the publication. The new limit is therefore set to allow the continuation of recycling of wood chips and to facilitate enforcement for PCP and its salts and esters. The updated requirement is summarized in Table 1.

Table 1 Requirement of PCP and its salts and esters in Regulation (EU) 2021/277

Chemical Scope Limit Effective Date
PCP and its salts and esters
(CAS 87-86-5 and others)
substances, mixtures, or articles 5 mg/kg March 15, 2021
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The French government published a decree to clarify that face covering masks with a filtration efficiency lower than 90% are not recommended due to Covid-19 virus mutation

To avoid the spread of mutated Covid-19, the French government published a new decree, n° 2021-76, on January 27, 2021 and updated the Cross Ministries Note on January 28, 2021, recommending using masks with a higher filtration efficiency; face masks with a filtration efficiency lower than 90% are not recommended.

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The decree mentioned:

  1. Face masks are mandatory in any public area.
  2. At point of sale, compliant masks must be separated from non-compliant masks and distributors must inform when masks comply or not with sanitary authorities' recommendations.
  3. The face masks must comply with requirements listed and belong to one of the below categories:
    • Surgical mask complying to EN 14683 + AC: 2019 (or equivalent).
    • Imported masks with surgical shape, excluding textile fabric masks, which perform at least equal to masks mentioned at the 4th bullet point.
    • FFP2 or FFP3 mask complying to EN 149 + A1: 2009 (or equivalent) without expiratory valve.
    • Mask for Non-Sanitary Use (UNS) complying with:
      1. Particle filtration efficiency > 90% (3 microns);
      2. Breathability allowing wearing the mask for 4 hours;
      3. Air permeability > 96L/m²/s (differential pressure 100Pa);
      4. Good fit of the mask on the face, no sagittal seam;
      5. If reusable, the performance levels mentioned should be maintained after at least five washes.

Above requirements must be checked by an approved 3rd party lab and according to conditions mentioned in government decision. It is important to note that reusable textile masks can still be used if they comply with this updated requirement.

French decree n° 2021-76:
https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/jorf/id/JORFTEXT000043070201

Approved 3rd party lab:
https://www.entreprises.gouv.fr/fr/covid-19/entreprises-comment-faire-tester-masques

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EU: Benelux Member States of the European Union (EU) demand the prohibition of food contact bamboo-melamine plastics

On February 15, 2021, Benelux countries published a joint letter to prohibit the use of bamboo or other unauthorized additives in plastic food contact materials placed in the EU market.
The Benelux authorities will begin reinforced market controls starting the second quarter of 2021. In case of non-compliance, the Benelux authorities will pursue infringement actions.

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As confirmed in a note by the European Commission and Member States on June 23, 2020, the use of bamboo in combination with polymers, such as melamine (so called ”bamboo-melamine”) for the manufacture of plastic food contact materials is not authorized under article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 10/2011.

Controls done by EU Member States have shown that a wide range of non-compliant “bamboo-melamine” composite food contact materials are currently on the EU market. In addition, migration of melamine and formaldehyde have been found on many occasions to be considerably above the limit laid down in Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 leading to the recall of these products from the market.

On February 15, 2021, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg (Benelux countries) published a joint letter on the use of bamboo or other unauthorized additives in plastic food contact materials placed in the EU market. According to the joint letter, business operators will have to withdraw “bamboo-melamine” materials and articles from the EU market immediately. Importers wishing to bring “bamboo-melamine” products to the EU market will have to submit an authorization dossier according to Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004.

In addition to the joint letter, there were several notifications in the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) on border rejections from Spain and Austria as the notified products are “bamboo-melamine” products.

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ASIA NEWS

The Standardization Administration of China has published GB/T 39498-2020 for consumer products

On November 19, 2020, the Standardization Administration of China published a voluntary standard GB/T 39498-2020 "Guidelines for the Control of the Use of Key Chemical Substances in Consumer Products" on restriction of hazardous substances in consumer products, which will come into effect on June 1, 2021.

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The scope of application of this standard is consumer products, including product components, parts, accessories, packaging, and instructions for use. It is not applicable to products under special government supervision such as food, medicine, cosmetics, tobacco, special equipment, airplanes, ships, and military products.

This new standard was created based on the European Union (EU) "REACH Regulation ((EC) No 1907/2006)". Limit requirements in this standard are taken from "EN71-9 General Requirements for Organic Compounds in Toys", "EN71-12: 2013 Toy Safety-Part 12 N-nitrosamines and N-nitroso compounds" and the "Ecological textile standard Oeko-tex100-2017" and other foreign standards restriction (limit) requirements. Restricted substances include heavy metals, alkanes, halogenated alkanes and alkenes, benzenes, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, phenols, aldehydes, ethers, alcohols, esters and salts, amines, dyes, and other unclassified chemicals in consumer products; 117 categories included.

The creation of this standard allows for quality and safety supervision of consumer products, provides consistent safety technical requirements for the design and manufacture of products, and provides a technical frame of reference for various institutions.

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The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) published GB/T 4146.1-2020, superseding GB/T 4146.1-2009

The Standardization Administration of the People’s Republic of China recently released announcement No.22 of 2020, which included the update that GB/T 4146-2020 “Textiles—Man-made fibers—Part 1: Generic names” has replaced the 2009 version. It will be effective on May 1, 2021.

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GB/T 4146.1 lists out names of the various chemical fibers based on the main polymers for industrial production, textile and other uses, and gives their main characteristics.
The new version includes many updates to the old version, with the key technical differences as follows:

  1. Added terms and definitions of “man-made fiber/ chemical fiber”. Man-made fiber/ chemical fiber: Fibers which are made by man, except natural fibers.
  2. Added generic name, symbol, main characteristic, and chemical formula to 12 kinds of chemical fibers, including:
    Modacrylic, chitosan, melamine, protein, trivinyl, polybenzimidazol, elastomultiester, polyamidoester, silicon carbide, polyhydroxy, polycarbamide and polyarylate.
  3. Polyvinyl alcohol fibers are divided into acetal and non-acetal types; specified vinylon is short for polyvinyl alcohol fiber.
  4. Added the name of bicomponent composite fiber, such as:
    Polyester/polyester bicomponent
    Polyethylene/polypropylene bicomponent
    Polypropylene/polyamide bicomponent
    Polyester/polyamide bicomponent
    Polyethylene/polyester bicomponent
  5. Added four informative annexes, including:
    • Annex A: Suggested rules for establishing generic names
    • Annex B: Composite fiber
    • Annex C: Modified fiber
    • Annex F: Requirements for generic names in related region and state
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Hong Kong Proposes to update its safety standards for toys and children’s products

On February 19, 2021, the Hong Kong government has published in the Gazette the Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance (amendment of Schedules 1 and 2) Notice 2021. The Notice seeks to update the safety standards for toys and three classes of children’s products listed in Schedule 2 (Schedule 2 products) under the Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance (Cap. 424). The Notice will take effect on October 1, 2021.

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The Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance stipulates that a person must not manufacture, import, or supply a toy or a Schedule 2 product unless it complies with all the applicable requirements contained in any one of the safety standards respectively specified in Schedules 1 and 2 to the Ordinance. The standards specified are international standards or standards adopted by major economies.

Proposed updates to Standards Specified for Toys and Schedule 2 Products:

Categories Current Specified Standards Updated Standards (Publication / Effective Date)
Schedule 1 Toy Standards
International Standard ISO 8124-3:2010 (incorporating Amendment 2:2018) ISO 8124-3:2020
European Standard BS EN 71-7:2014 + A2:2018 BS EN 71-7:2014 +A3:2020
Schedule 2 Product Standards
Bunk beds for domestic use ASTM F1427-13 ASTM F1427-19
Children’s high chairs and multi-purpose high chairs for domestic use BS EN 14988:2017 BS EN 14988:2017 + A1:2020
Children’s paints ISO 8124-3:2010 (incorporating Amendment 2:2018) ISO 8124-3:2020 (March 2020)
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China Recalls Summary (October 1, 2020 to March 15, 2021)

In China, when hazards are identified in consumer products, they will be recalled and published and this information is updated daily. The China recalls from October 1, 2020 to March 15, 2021 are summarized below:

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Categories Frequency
Home Electrical Appliances 11
Food Contact Material 2
Toys and Childcare Articles 19
Electronics 9
Homeware 8
Lighting Equipment 3
Stationery 6
Textile 1
Other Categories 11

Provinces Number of Recalls
Beijing 18
Fujian 10
Guangdong 20
Guangxi 4
Jiangsu 6
Shanxi 7
Shanghai 3
Sichuan 1
Hebei 1

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