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Vibrators containing lithium batteries, plastics containing potentially harmful chemicals, and designs that may or may not be mechanically safe. Sex toys can pose serious safety risks, which in turn requires manufacturers and importers to take steps to ensure that their products are safe and compliant.

In this guide, we explain what brands must know about sex toy safety standards, substance regulations, labeling, and lab testing requirements in the United States.   Continue reading Sex Toy Safety Standards & Regulations in the United States: An Overview

TSCA certification is required for some products that fall under the scope of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in the United States. Further, certain chemicals also require the drafting of a positive or negative certificate – depending on the type of chemical.

In this guide, we explain what importers and manufacturers must know about TSCA certification – depending on whether it concerns finished goods (articles) or chemical substances.

Continue reading Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Certification: A Complete Guide

The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) regulates both chemicals and substances in articles. In this guide, we explain what Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) means in practice for importers and manufacturers, in terms of scope, certification, labeling, and lab testing requirements.

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The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) restricts chemicals and products that may contain restricted chemicals. In this guide, we list various products and materials that are more likely to contain substances restricted by TSCA. This includes composite wood, plastics, batteries, and electronics.

Further, some products are also listed in TSCA, while others are covered in this guide as they are generally more likely to contain the restricted substances – without being explicitly mentioned in the TSCA. Also, this is not a definitive list, and other products and materials may be subject to the TSCA.

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Plastic products and materials are subject to substance restrictions, labeling, certification, and lab testing requirements in the United States. That said, the specific requirements depend on factors such as product type, age group, and usage. Many US states also have their own regulations that apply to plastic products.

In this guide, we take a look at product compliance requirements applicable to plastic toys, kitchen appliances, packaging materials, electronic components, and more.

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