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Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg’s product safety practice group provides advice and counsel on the testing, reporting and recordkeeping requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act and keeps companies abreast of the most recent developments. We represent clients in enforcement actions issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, including penalties and product recalls.

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What is Product Safety?

The CPSIA of 2008 imposed new product testing, certification, and recordkeeping requirements on importers, distributors and manufacturers of consumer products. Children’s products in particular are the subject of increased testing and regulatory enforcement.

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Publications

First-Ever Criminal Prosecution for Failure to Report Product Safety Issues
April 5, 2019
Product Safety Priorities for FYs 2020 and 2021 Under Consideration
March 21, 2019
Adjusted Customs Value for Cigarette Lighters Subject to CPSC Safety Standard
December 3, 2018
$1 Million Penalty, Compliance Program Required for Product Safety Violation
November 28, 2018
Info Campaign to Settle Substantial Product Hazard Charges for Certain Strollers
November 26, 2018
CPSC Reviewing Information Collections on Carpets and Rugs, Coal/Wood Burning Appliances
November 7, 2018
$3.85 Million Penalty for Failing to Disclose Product Defect
October 10, 2018
Revisions to Safety Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs Adopted
September 24, 2018
New Safety Standard Issued for Booster Seats
July 2, 2018
New Safety Standard for Baby Changing Products
June 26, 2018
No Third-Party Testing for Engineered Wood Products in Children’s Products
June 22, 2018
Safety Standard Proposed for Stationary Activity Centers
June 20, 2018
New Safety Standard for High Chairs
June 19, 2018
Senate Staffer Nominated as CPSC Commissioner
June 6, 2018
Litigator Confirmed as CPSC Commissioner
May 24, 2018
California Modifies Prop 65 Listing for Weed Killer Ingredient
April 12, 2018
$27.25 Million Penalty for Failure to Report Defective Off-Road Vehicles
April 3, 2018
CPSC to Examine Safety Issues Associated with Internet-Connected Consumer Goods
March 27, 2018
Petition to Exempt Inflatable Devices from Helmet Testing Requirements Under Review
March 9, 2018
CPSC Considering Agenda and Priorities for FYs 2019 and 2020
March 1, 2018
$1.5 Million Penalty for Delay in Reporting Product Safety Issue
February 19, 2018
Safety Standard for Infant Sling Carriers Now in Effect
February 5, 2018
Metalworking Fluid Proposed for Addition to California’s Prop 65 List
January 30, 2018
Third-Party Testing Exemption for Toys and Child Care Items Amended
January 26, 2018
New Safety Standard for Children’s Folding Chairs and Stools
December 15, 2017
Ban on Phthalates in Children’s Products Expanded
October 24, 2017
No Third-Party Testing for Engineered Wood Products Under CPSC Proposal
October 13, 2017
$1.9 Million Civil Penalty for Product Safety Violations
October 12, 2017
Safety Standard Sought for High-Powered Magnet Sets
October 11, 2017
Use of Flame Retardants Discouraged; Ban Could Follow
September 28, 2017
Litigator Nominated to be CPSC Commissioner
September 25, 2017
New Safety Standard for Infant Bouncer Seats
September 18, 2017
$5.7 Million Penalty for Product Safety Violations
September 6, 2017
Third-Party Testing Eliminated for Toys, Child Care Items with Seven Plastics
September 1, 2017
Companies Barred from Importing Children’s Products Until Remedial Measures Taken
August 10, 2017
Ban on Goods Using Certain Flame Retardant Still Under Consideration
August 7, 2017
CPSC Information Collection on Bike Helmets Under Review
July 21, 2017
Flame Retardant, Other Chemicals Proposed for Addition to California’s Prop 65 List
July 4, 2017
Weed Killer Ingredient Added to California Prop 65 List
June 28, 2017
CPSC to Hold Workshop on Recall Effectiveness
June 13, 2017
CPSC Seeks Input on Agency Priorities for FYs 2018 and 2019
June 13, 2017
$5.2 Million Penalty for Failure to Report Product Hazards
June 6, 2017
Safety Standard Proposed for Booster Seats
May 19, 2017
Performance Standard Proposed for Table Saws
May 12, 2017
Furniture Flame Retardant Proposed for Addition to California’s Prop 65 List
May 8, 2017
CPSC Reviewing Information Collections on Exports, Multi-Purpose Lighters
May 3, 2017
$4.65 Million Penalty, Compliance Program Requirement for Product Safety Violations
April 14, 2017
Safety Standard Proposed for Infant Inclined Sleep Products
April 7, 2017
New Safety Standard for Infant Bath Tubs
March 31, 2017
CPSC Removes Safety Standard for Magnet Sets
March 7, 2017
$1 Billion in Criminal Penalties for Defective Auto Parts
March 2, 2017
$5.8 Million Penalty for Failure to Timely Notify Product Defects
February 22, 2017
CPSC Updates Safety Standard for Toddler Beds
February 22, 2017
Buerkle Named Acting Head of Product Safety Commission
February 14, 2017
CPSC Revises Safety Standard on Toys
February 2, 2017
CPSC Gathering Information on Compliance with Mattress Standards
February 1, 2017
Proposed Emissions Limits for Portable Generators to be Discussed at CPSC Meeting
February 1, 2017
New Mandatory Safety Standard Approved for Infant Sling Carriers
January 26, 2017
Information Collections on Textiles, Vinyl Film, Mattresses Under Review
January 25, 2017
Canada Proposes New Lead Limit for Children’s Clothing and Accessories
December 19, 2016
CPSC Revises Maximum Civil Penalty Amounts
November 23, 2016
ACE Test for CPSC to End Dec. 31
November 23, 2016
$4.25 Million Penalty for Failure to Report Defective Goods
November 15, 2016
CPSC Reviewing Product Safety Database Info Collection
November 8, 2016
$3.8 Million Civil Penalty for Distributing and Selling Recalled Products
October 6, 2016
Furfuryl Alcohol Added to California Prop 65 List
October 5, 2016
Safety Standard Proposed for Baby Changing Products
September 30, 2016
California Revamps Hazardous Chemical Warnings, Allows Two-Year Transition
September 16, 2016
$5.5 Million Penalty for Failure to Report Fire Hazard
September 12, 2016
CPSC Asked to Expand Policy Statement on Labeling of Certain Household Products
September 1, 2016
Product Safety Database Information Collection Under Review
August 19, 2016
No Third-Party Testing for Phthalates in Toys, Child Care Items with Four Plastics Under CPSC Proposal
August 18, 2016
Children’s Sleepwear Flammability Standards to be Focus of CPSC Seminar
August 5, 2016
CPSC Officials Reject Criticism on Civil Penalties
July 27, 2016
Half a Million Hoverboards Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
July 12, 2016
CPSC Reviewing Information Collection on Conformity Assessment Bodies
June 30, 2016
CPSC Updates Safety Standard for Carriages and Strollers
June 9, 2016
$4.5 Million Penalty for Not Timely Reporting Product Defect
June 7, 2016
Another CPSC Commissioner Criticizes Penalties, Lack of Transparency
June 3, 2016
CPSC Commissioner Concerned About Growing Civil Penalty Settlements
June 2, 2016
CPSC to Meet on FY 2017 and 2018 Priorities
May 10, 2016
CPSC Proposes to Update Rules for Adjudicative Proceedings
April 14, 2016
Garage Door Opener Safety Standard Revised
April 13, 2016
Record $15.45 Million Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Defective Goods
March 30, 2016
Trade Groups Raise Concerns on CPSC’s Import Surveillance, Call for Trusted Trader Program
March 25, 2016
CPSC Takes Action on Hook-On Chairs, Glazing Materials
March 15, 2016
CPSC to Exercise Enforcement Discretion on Compliance Certificates for Low-Risk Adult Apparel
February 26, 2016
CPSC Reviewing Information Collection on CB Base Station Antennas
February 24, 2016
CPSC Reviewing Info Collections on Sleepwear, Lighters, Toys, Mowers
February 23, 2016
CPSC Reviewing Info Collections on Conformity Assessment Bodies, Garage Door Operators
February 16, 2016
Crib Bumper Safety Benefits, Hazards are Focus of CPSC Inquiry
February 15, 2016
Imports are Key Part of CPSC Draft Strategic Plan
February 9, 2016
CPSC Allows Staff Participation in Voluntary Standards Groups
February 2, 2016
CPSC Seeks to Renew Information Collection on Third-Party Testing of Children’s Products
January 29, 2016
Clarified Rules on Third-Party Testing and Certification of Children’s Products Delayed Again
January 5, 2016
Unfinished/Untreated Trunk Wood in Toys Exempted from Heavy Metal Testing
December 17, 2015
Importer Recordkeeping Requirements Under Garage Door Operator Standard Being Reviewed
December 7, 2015
Possible Ban on Products with Flame Retardant to be Discussed at CPSC Meeting
December 3, 2015
Failure to Report Product Hazard Nets Penalty, Compliance Program Requirement
November 30, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Info Collections on Sleepwear, Toys, Antennas, Lawn Mowers
November 25, 2015
Third North America Consumer Product Safety Summit Held in Mexico
November 24, 2015
CPSC Delays Clarified Rules on Third-Party Testing and Certification of Children’s Products
November 19, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Information Collection on Third-Party Testing of Children’s Products
November 16, 2015
Safety Standard Proposed for High Chairs
November 9, 2015
Ban on Goods Using Certain Flame Retardant Still Under Consideration
October 27, 2015
Safety Standards Proposed for Children’s Folding Chairs and Stools, Infant Bouncer Seats
October 19, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Information Collections on Carpets and Rugs, Coal/Wood Burning Appliances
October 16, 2015
Companies Agree to Cease Imports Pending CPSC Determination on Safety
October 14, 2015
CPSC Clarifies Rules on Third-Party Testing and Certification of Children’s Products
October 14, 2015
CPSC Considers Barring Passengers from ATVs
September 28, 2015
New Safety Standard for Liquid Detergent Laundry Packets
September 17, 2015
$3.5 Million Penalty for Failure to Timely Report Defect in Children’s High Chairs
September 11, 2015
CPSC Withdraws Rule Exempting Trunk Wood in Toys from Heavy Metal Testing
September 10, 2015
ACE Test for CPSC to Focus on Limited Targeting and Enforcement Data
August 21, 2015
Ban Sought on Children’s Goods, Furniture, Electronic Devices Using Certain Flame Retardant
August 19, 2015
$3 Million Penalty for Failure to Timely Report Defective Goods
August 18, 2015
Safety Standard Proposed for Infant Bath Tubs
August 14, 2015
Proposed Ban on Supplemental Mattresses for Play Yards Subject of CPSC Inquiry
August 11, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Info Collections on Carpets and Rugs, Coal and Wood Burning Appliances
July 30, 2015
CPSC Adopts Import and Other Restrictions on Extension Cords
July 27, 2015
$1.8 Million Penalty for Failure to Notify CPSC of Product Hazards
July 24, 2015
CPSC Moves to Exempt Unfinished/Untreated Trunk Wood in Toys from Heavy Metal Testing
July 17, 2015
Mandatory Safety Standard Proposed for Portable Hook-On Chairs
July 2, 2015
Civil Penalty Sought in Lawsuit over Delay in Reporting Product Safety Hazard
June 30, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Information Collections Under Play Yard Safety Standard
June 25, 2015
CPSC Reviewing Information Collection on Portable Bed Rail Safety Standard
June 11, 2015
$3.4 Million Penalty to Settle CPSC Charges on Defective Chairs
June 2, 2015
CPSC Meetings to Focus on Agenda and Priorities, Data Sources and Incident Information
May 26, 2015
Failure to Report Product Hazard Nets Penalty, Compliance Program Requirement
May 5, 2015
Tighter Import Restrictions for Seasonal and Decorative Lighting Products
May 4, 2015
Civil Penalty Sought in Lawsuit Against Retailer over Product Safety Hazard Reporting
April 29, 2015
Safety Standard for High-Powered Magnets on Hold After Court Ruling
April 9, 2015
Safety Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Gets Longer Comment Period
April 8, 2015
Clothing Textile Flammability Testing Requirements Could be Amended
April 8, 2015
Possible Changes to Mattress Set Flammability Standard Under Consideration
April 3, 2015
Safety Standard for Corded Window Coverings Gets Longer Comment Period
March 24, 2015
CPSC Still Seeking Comments on Proposal to Toughen Ban on Phthalates in Children’s Products
March 20, 2015
New Safety Standard Approved for Frame Child Carriers
March 2, 2015
Import and Other Restrictions Proposed for Extension Cords
February 3, 2015
Imported Drywall to be Subject to General Compliance Certification
January 23, 2015
Proposed Safety Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Gets Longer Comment Period
January 23, 2015
Mandatory Safety Standard Requested for Residential Elevators
January 22, 2015
Safety Standard for Corded Window Coverings Under Consideration
January 16, 2015
$2.6 Million Penalty, Compliance Program Required for Failure to Report Defective Products
January 12, 2015
CPSC Moves Location of Meeting on Proposed Safety Standard for ROVs
December 31, 2014
Input on Proposal to Toughen Ban on Phthalates in Children’s Products due by March 16
December 30, 2014
CPSC to Consider Proposal to Toughen Ban on Phthalates in Children’s Products
December 5, 2014
GAO Urges Improvements in Oversight of Consumer Product Safety
December 3, 2014
Proposed Safety Standard for ROVs to be Subject of Jan. 7 Meeting
December 3, 2014
CPSC Again Delays Enforcing Child-Resistant Packaging for Products with Decongestant Substance
November 20, 2014
Proposed Safety Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles
November 19, 2014
Business Groups Ask CPSC to Withdraw Proposal on Certificates of Compliance
November 4, 2014
$700,000 Penalty for Failure to Timely Notify CPSC of Product Hazard
November 3, 2014
Record Penalty for Failure to Notify CPSC of Product Hazards
October 30, 2014
CPSC Faces Challenges in Addressing Safety Hazards More Quickly, GAO Says
October 20, 2014
Tighter Import Restrictions Proposed for Seasonal and Decorative Lighting Products
October 16, 2014
New Safety Standard for High-Powered Magnet Sets to Take Effect April 1, 2015
October 6, 2014
New National Safety Standard for High-Powered Magnet Sets Approved by CPSC
September 29, 2014
Retailer Fined $2 Million, Required to Implement Compliance Program for Distributing Recalled Products
September 19, 2014
New CPSC Chairman Pledges to Increase Import Inspections, Add New Standards
August 4, 2014
Panel Recommends New Bans on Certain Phthalates in Children’s Products, Lifting Others
July 28, 2014
New Safety Standard Proposed for Sling Carriers
July 24, 2014
House Wants to Halt CPSC Rule on Voluntary Recalls, Cautions on Information Disclosures
July 23, 2014
$725,000 Penalty, Compliance Steps Required for Failure to Report Product Hazards
July 9, 2014
Electronic Filing of Certificates of Compliance at Entry to be Focus of CPSC Workshop
July 7, 2014
Product Safety Agency to Hold Hearing on Agenda and Priorities for Next Two Years
July 1, 2014
CPSC Joins International Effort to Ensure Safety of Button Batteries
June 20, 2014
Four Companies Ordered to Take Safety Steps Before Resuming Imports of Children’s Products
June 19, 2014
$3.1 Million Penalty for Untimely Reporting of Defects with Walk-In Closet Ladders
June 10, 2014
$750,000 Civil Penalty for Delay in Reporting Oven Hazard
May 20, 2014
More Time for Input on Reducing Third-Party Testing Costs for Children’s Products
May 19, 2014
Adler Nominated to Continue Term as CPSC Commissioner
May 19, 2014
New Safety Standard Proposed for Frame Child Carriers
May 19, 2014
Changes to Certificates of Compliance with Product Safety Rules to be Delayed
May 12, 2014
Imported Children’s Products See More Problems with Phthalates and Tracking Labels
May 8, 2014
CPSC Information Collections on Bike Helmets, Toddler Beds Under Review
May 8, 2014
EU Advances Plan to Toughen Product Safety Rules and Penalties
April 22, 2014

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