Summary
CPSC expanded phthalate prohibitions for children's products from 2 to 7 regulated chemicals: added BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP to existing DEHP/DBP ban at 0.1% (1000 ppm) limit in accessible plasticized components.
Why it matters
Sellers of children's toys and care articles must now test/certify compliance against 5 additional phthalates or face import blocks and product seizure. Existing inventory may become non-compliant. Non-compliance triggers enforcement action under 15 U.S.C. 2057c.
Recommended action
Audit product formulations against all 7 phthalates immediately. Request updated test reports from suppliers covering BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP. Remove or reformulate non-compliant children's products before distribution.
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Affects: Seller, Listing