Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008, USA.
What is this new U.S. law?
On August 14, 2008, President Bush signed into law the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008. Aimed at protecting children from unsafe products, this legislation requires that all products for use by children of ages 12 and younger have additional information on a permanent label, which includes:
- Production location
- Date of production
- Name of manufacturer
- Lot or batch number
More information about the details of this law and its implementation can be found at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission web-site: 
www.cpsc.gov
Who is affected?
This new law will impact any retailer, brand owner or manufacturer who supplies children’s products including clothing, shoes, bedding or accessories to the U.S. market.
How Avery Dennison can help
Avery Dennison’s experience and expertise in label technology and global variable data mean we are able to help you to implement the most appropriate identification solution for your business and comply with the new law. Our global reach means we can help you to make the change swiftly and effectively.
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The materials set forth herein are not legal advice and should not be construed as such. You should seek the advice of an attorney as to the applicability of the referenced statutes to your particular situation.
