Fireworks Industry Dealing with Too Many Agencies Says Association Leader
July 4, 2015, Newsmax
In interview with Politico, Director of American Pyrotechnics Association says “I have never seen as many rule making initiatives as I have with this administration.” She blames this in part because “the industry has to deal with too many federal agencies’ rules, including the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and multiple divisions of the Dept. of Transportation.”
South Korea Extends Compliance Period for New Substance Registration
July 2, 2015, Reuters
Under Korea’s Act on the Registration and Evaluation of Chemicals (K-REACH), manufacturers or importers that handle new chemicals in volumes above 0.1 tonne/year are required to perform a hazard assessment and notify the authorities prior to import or manufacturer. A global testing and advisory firm notes that a leniency period for notification will run until Nov. 21, 2015. The country’s Toxic Chemical Control Act states that companies failing to comply with the regulations could face substantial fines or imprisonment.
Personal Care Product Council Statement On Trade Promotion Authority Legislation Signed Into Law
June 29, 2015, 4-Traders
Congress praised for passing legislation. Agreements with Pacific and Atlantic trade partners will “provide new opportunities for enhancing the global beauty trade…and help American cosmetics and personal care products companies deal with technical regulatory trade barriers that impede our industry’s ability to provide safe, innovative products in a timely fashion to consumers around the world,” according to a statement issued by the council.
Compliance and Global Consumer Product Safety Issues at University Accredited Course
June 8, 2015, einpresswire
Domestic and international product safety leaders will share insights, case studies in managing product safety in complex regulatory environment at Saint Louis University course, Sept. 28-Oct 2. Risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and chemicals at state, federal, and global level analyzed. Current and former regulators join industry authorities in looking at how to best manage company compliance programs.
E-bike Lobbyists Assess Progress as State Assemblies Wind Down
July 1, 2015, SportsOneSource
Legislation that would update vehicle and traffic laws for e-bikes remains alive in California, but has floundered in new York, where advocates are now focused on broadening support ahead of another push next year. Electric bike legislation has advanced in Nebraska, Montana, and one chamber of the legislature in South Carolina, according to advocates Bicycle Product Suppliers Association and PeopleForBikes.
The Expanding Role of HACCP
June 29, 2015, Food Safety News
The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points system that refers to the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards during a product’s life cycle was first developed as part of the U.S. space program in the late 1950’s. Today, it’s almost a necessity for doing business with food, an FDA senior advisor says.
China Safety Technical Code for Infants and Children’s Textile Products
June 28, 2015, 4-Traders
A new mandatory standard for infants and children’s textile production published by the Chinese consumer product regulatory authority (AQSIQ) will go into effect June 1, 2016. The compulsory standard covers technical requirements for fabric, filling, and attached components. Products imported into China that do not comply with the new standard are prohibited.
NHTSA sees FCA Penalties Over Recall, Safety Shortcomings
July 2, 2015, Automotive News
Agency accuses Fiat Chrysler of violating U.S. laws governing recalls based on how the company ran 23 recalls affecting more than 11 million vehicles since 2013. Automaker could “face more than $700 million in fines and be required to buy back or replace vehicles if regulators determine it fell short of legal obligations,” article claims.
Most Significant U.S. Criminal Food Safety Case Ever Nears Conclusion
June 30, 2015, Food Safety News
Review of a federal case that dates back to 2008 when onset of Salmonella cases broke out over a 7-month period, affecting up to 20,000 people across U.S. A trial ended when the jury found Peanut Corporation of America Chairman and his brother guilty of 97 federal counts. Sentencing expected in near future.
Victoria Mars Advocates “Better Lives Through Better Business” at Consumer Goods Forum
July 1, 2015, einpresswire
The Mars company chairman stresses “mutuality” in driving business growth. Says that “quality, efficiency, responsibility, and freedom” are critical to success through relationships with employees, customers, consumers, and supply chain.
