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Consumer Product Recalls on the Rise: Important Compliance Reminders for Consumer Products Manufacturers and Sellers

Data from U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) shows that more consumer products are being recalled now than they have been in recent years. The U.S. PIRG Education Fund published a report on February 2, 2023...more

Weathering the Freeze: The CPSC's Response to the White House's New Regulatory Restrictions

We have heard much over the last few weeks about the new executive orders issued by the White House at the outset of the Trump Administration. One order that is not garnering as much attention as others, but could have a...more

Co-sleeping Safely: A Guide to the Current Regulations of Infant Bedside Sleepers

The bedside sleeper, also called a "co-sleeper" or "co-sleeping bassinet," provides a baby and parent their own sleeping experiences while still enabling the parent to be in close proximity to the baby. This product is most...more

The First Baby Bed: A Guide to Current and Proposed Regulations of Bassinets

Have you ever wondered which type of children's product has the longest history? As far as children's sleeping products are concerned, the bassinet is probably the most time-honored staple. Iron baby beds were developed in...more

Complying with Children's Products Safety Rules and Regulations

As we head into the busiest time of the year for consumer purchases of children's toys and games, it is important to be mindful of the rules and regulations governing children's products' safety. Below are just a few of the...more

Products Liability: Appellate Victory of Children's Products Manufacturer Shows the Importance of Understanding State Products...

On July 5, 2016, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit affirmed a jury verdict in favor of Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. ("Dorel") in a case involving claims that a defective doorknob cover manufactured by...more

New York, New York: The Status of Regulation of Children's Products in the Empire State

Recently, Albany County, New York enacted the “Toxic Free Toys Act” (the Act) prohibiting the sale of any children’s products in the county that contain certain heavy metals and chemicals. The Safe to Play Coalition (the...more

Federal Judge Prohibits Novelty Toy Seller From Selling Products Containing Recalled Magnets

Rare-earth magnets are small, strong, permanent magnets made from alloys of rare earth elements. The Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC") has enacted strict regulations governing the sale of these magnets in the United...more

Children's Products: Safety Regulations Governing Rattles and Magnet Sets

Through the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and other federal statutes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has promulgated regulations governing the manufacture and sale of children's products in...more

What is a Children's Product?

Children's products are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC" or the "Commission") through the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act ("CPSIA") and other federal statutes. But what is a "children's...more

Children's Products and the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008: A Synopsis of the Rules and Regulations Governing Toy...

Children's products, including toys, are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) through the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA). Certain sections of CPSIA focus on children's toys....more

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