On June 11, 2025, the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) issued the new version of Standard EN 71-2:2020 + A1:2025 “Toy Safety – Part 2: Flammability”. This standard specifies the categories of flammable materials which are prohibited in all toys, and requirements concerning flammability of certain toys when they are subjected to a small source of ignition. It is expected that after the European Commission (EC) officially approves the standard and publishes it in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), the standard will become a harmonized standard under the Toy Directive 2009/48/EC. Other conflicting standards will be withdrawn by June 30, 2026 at the latest.
The main update contents are as follows:
| Clause | Updates |
| Clauses 3.3, 3.10 and 3.15 | Inclusion of definitions for cosmetic kit, gustative game and olfactory board game to support clarification at 4.1 |
| Clause 4.1 | Clarification regarding highly flammable and flammable liquids in chemical toy(s) and alignment with EN 71-5:2015 and EN 71-13:2021+A1:2022 |
| Clause 5.3 | Clarification on how to test masks to ensure test flame is not affected by openings. |
| Clauses 5.3 and 5.4 | Correction of error in referencing A.7 and A.8 |
| Clause 5.4.1.1 c) | Increase in the range of allowable water hardness |
| Clause 5.4.1.2.1 | Improvements to Figure 1 and associated text for clarity |
| Annex A.2 | Additional information regarding washing of toy disguise costumes |
| Annex A.3 | Correction of the text in example 15 |
| Annex A.7 | Additional information to explain change in permitted water hardness |
| Annex B | Original Annex B deleted and new Annex B added |
In addition, many clauses were edited to align with ISO 8124-2:2023 without technical change.
On June 21st, we celebrated a tail-wagging day of innovation and joy at #ThePeakHK with over 70 guests and their adorable pets! 🎉🐶
CMA+ Innolife teamed up with amazing partners:
🔹 IXON showcased vet-formulated meals using their cutting-edge ASAP (Advanced Sous-Vide Aseptic Packaging) tech 🍽️
🔹 HUGVEST introduced the world’s first AI-powered TechPup Hugvest to help ease pet anxiety 🧠💞
🔹 Plus, a vibrant mix of vendors brought the best in pet tech and wellness!
Guests enjoyed:
🧘♂️ Dog Yoga sessions
🎵 Sound Healing experiences
👗 A fabulous Pet Fashion Show that stole the spotlight!
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us and made the day unforgettable! 💖
CMA+ continues to support startups and businesses with sustainable tech solutions 🌱💡. Stay tuned—more exciting events are on the way!
On June 24, 2025, CMA Testing and Certification Laboratories (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. joined hands with the Guangdong Adhesives Industry Association and China Environmental United Certification Center Co., Ltd. to participate in the thematic salon “Low-Carbon Future, Certification First: A Guide to Seizing Green Market Opportunities.”
Experts shared insights on the following key topics related to the adhesives and ink industry:
- National trends in green and low-carbon policies;
- Key regulatory focuses for adhesives and inks;
- How green and low-carbon certifications can support high-quality corporate development;
- Certification requirements for environmental labeling products.
The event provided in-depth interpretations of the latest policies and practical experience, helping enterprises overcome certification challenges and improve efficiency while reducing costs.
On 25 June 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added three new chemicals to the candidate list of substances of very high concern (SVHC). The Candidate List of SVHC now contains 250 entries for chemicals.
Entries added to the Candidate List on 25 June 2025 and their properties:
| No. | Substance Name | EC No. | CAS No. | Reason for inclusion | Use |
| 1 | 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-3-[(trimethylsilyl) oxy] trisiloxane | 241-867-7 | 17928-28-8 | Very persistent and very bioaccumulative, vPvB (Article 57e) | Used as a laboratory reagent, in cosmetics and personal care products and perfumes and fragrances. |
| 2 | Decamethyltetrasiloxane | 205-491-7 | 141-62-8 | Very persistent and very bioaccumulative, vPvB (Article 57e) | Used in cosmetics, personal care products, and perfumes; also used in non-metal surface treatment products, lubricants, greases, and automotive care products. |
| 3 | tetra(sodium/potassium) 7-[(E)-{2-acetamido-4-[(E)-(4-({4-chloro-6-({2-[(4-fluoro-6-([4-(vinylsulfonyl)phenyl]amino)-1,3,5-triazine-2-yl)amino]propyl)amino}-1,3,5-triazine-2-yl)amino]-5-sulfonato-1-naphthyl)diazenyl]-5-methoxyphenyl}diazenyl]-1,3,6-naphthalenetrisulfonate; Reactive Brown 51 | 466-490-7 | – | Toxic for reproduction (Article 57c) | Used in textile treatment products and dyes. |
Under REACH, companies have legal obligations when their substance is included – either on its own, in mixtures or in articles – in the Candidate List.
If an article contains a Candidate List substance above a concentration of 0.1 % (weight by weight), suppliers have to give their customers and consumers information on how to use it safely. Consumers have the right to ask suppliers if the products they buy contain substances of very high concern. Importers and producers of articles have to notify ECHA if their article contains a Candidate List substance within six months from the date it has been included in the list (25 June 2025).
Under the Waste Framework Directive, companies also have to notify ECHA if the articles they produce contain substances of very high concern in a concentration above 0.1 % (weight by weight). This notification is published in ECHA’s database of substances of concern in products (SCIP).
Source: https://echa.europa.eu/-/echa-adds-three-hazardous-chemicals-to-the-candidate-list
1. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency continues to delay the reporting period for this rule on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an interim final rule to amend the data submission period for the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) reporting rule. For article importers, the data submission period begins on April 13, 2026, and ends on October 13, 2026, last for 6 months. For small manufacturers reporting exclusively as article importers, the data submission period begins on April 13, 2026, and ends on April 13, 2027, last for 12 months. This interim final rule is effective on May 13, 2025. Comments must be received on or before June 12, 2025.
2. Washington State, USA, updates restrictions on the use of lead in cookware
On May 13, 2025, the governor of Washington State, USA, approved the bill SB 5628, amending the lead restriction requirements for cookware. This revised bill represents a significant modification to the previously issued HB 1551 bill in Washington State. The main revisions are as follows:
- Add definitions for aluminum or brass cookware, aluminum or brass cookware components, and aluminum or brass utensils.
- Beginning January 1, 2026, no manufacturer may manufacture, sell, offer for sale, distribute for sale, or distribute for use in this state aluminum or brass cookware, aluminum or brass utensils, or an aluminum or brass cookware component containing lead or lead compounds at a level of more than
90 parts per million, beginning January 1, 2026;
10 parts per million, beginning January 1, 2028.
https://legiscan.com/WA/text/SB5628/2025
3. Maine, USA, issues the final rule for products containing PFAS
In April 2025, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) updated the regulatory requirements related to PFAS and officially approved the final rule of Chapter 90, “Products Containing Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances”. This rule clearly stipulates the sales ban and notification requirements for products containing PFAS, and sets the relevant conditions for the current unavoidable use (CUU) of intentionally added PFAS.
| Product Scope | Substances | Requirements | Implementation Date |
| Carpet or rug Fabric treatment | PFAS | Prohibited if intentionally added | January 1, 2023 |
| Cleaning produc Cookware product Cosmetic product Dental floss Juvenile product Textile article The prohibition under this subsection does not include Ski wax Upholstered furniture | PFAS | Prohibited if intentionally added | January 1, 2026 |
| Artificial turf Outdoor apparel for severe wet conditions | PFAS | Prohibited if intentionally added | January 1, 2029 |
| Other products | PFAS | Prohibited if intentionally added | January 1, 2032 |
| Cooling, heating, ventilation, air conditioning or refrigeration equipment Refrigerants, foams or aerosol propellants | PFAS | Prohibited if intentionally added | January 1, 2040 |
This update clearly states that the rule prohibiting the intentional addition of PFAS products takes immediate effect and covers all products already in circulation on the market. Unless the product has been determined to be currently unavoidable for CUU use and the Maine DEP has received a complete notification from the manufacturer. Additionally, manufacturers must provide a compliance statement within 30 days of receiving a request from the DEP to prove that their products do not intentionally contain PFAS.
https://www1.maine.gov/dep/spills/topics/pfas/PFAS-products/index.html
4. CPSC launches self-registration process for the voluntary phase of electronic filing of compliance certificates (eFiling)
On January 8, 2025, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published a final rule in the Federal Register, requiring electronic filing (eFiling) of compliance certificates to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the importation of consumer products regulated by the CPSC. The final rule is effective on July 8, 2026. For CPSC regulated products entered from an FTZ for consumption or warehousing, the final rule is effective on January 8, 2027. Recently, the CPSC has launched a self-registration process for eFiling. Importers can independently configure business accounts in the product registration system without having to contact the CPSC to formally request an invitation letter.
5. EU approves the amendment to the POPs Regulation, incorporating the restrictions of UV-328 and Dechlorane-plus
In May 2025, the European Commission announced the adoption of two draft amendments to the POPs Regulation (EU) 2019/1021. These amendments confirm that restrictions on UV-328 and Dechlorane-plus will be added to Annex I of the POPs Regulation. The EU Official Journal is expected to publish these revised regulations shortly and will enter into force 20 days after their publication. The main restrictions are as follows: the concentrations of UV-328 equal to or below 1 mg/kg (0, 0001 % by weight) where they are present in substances, mixtures or article; the concentrations of Dechlorane-plus equal to or below 1 mg/kg (0, 0001 % by weight) where they are present in substances, mixtures or article
6. EU approves the revision of restrictions on Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) under POPs Regulation
On May 5, 2025, the European Commission announced the revised draft of the POPs Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 has been adopted, that revised determined restrictions on Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) in Annex I of the POPs Regulation. It is expected that the revised regulation will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union shortly. The main revisions include:
- in point 3, the second sentence is deleted: “This exemption shall be reviewed and assessed by the Commission no later than 25 August 2023.”
- the following points 4a and 4b are inserted:
4a. For the purposes of this entry, Article 4(1), point (b), shall apply to concentrations of PFOA or any of its salts equal to or below 1 mg/kg (0,0001 % by weight) and to concentrations of any individual PFOA-related compound or combination of PFOA-related compounds equal to or below 10 mg/kg (0,001 % by weight) where they are present in firefighting foam for liquid fuel vapour suppression and liquid fuel fire (Class B fires) already installed in systems. This limit value shall apply until … [OP: please insert date=3 years after the date of entry into force of this Regulation].
4b. For the purposes of this entry, Article 4(1), point (b), shall apply to the sum of the concentration of PFOA, its salts and PFOA-related compounds equal to or below 10 mg/kg (0,001 % by weight) where they are present in fluorine-free fire-fighting foam and originate from fire-fighting equipment which has undergone cleaning in accordance with the best available techniques.
- in point 6, the date “4 July 2025” is replaced by “3 December 2025”;
- in point 10, the second sentence is deleted;
- the following point 11 is added: Articles containing PFOA, its salts or PFOA-related compounds already in use in the Union before or on the date of expiry of the relevant exemption laid down in points 5 (a) to (d) may continue to be used’.
7. REACH SVHC adds three new intended substances
On May 28, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added 4,4′-methylenediphenol(Bisphenol F, BPF), 4,4′-(2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylene)bisphenol (BPAF), and its salts, and 1,1’-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis[pentabromobenzene] (DBDPE) to the SVHC intended substances list. Currently, there are a total of entry 247 substances on the SVHC candidate list, 3 substances under SVHC evaluation, 5 substances on the SVHC intention list, and 1 substance pending decision.
https://echa.europa.eu/registry-of-svhc-intentions
8. The European Commission agrees to add three substances to the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants
On May 12, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union published Council Decision (EU) 2025/868, deciding to include chlorpyrifos, medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs), and long-chain perfluorocarboxylic acids (LC-PFCAs) in Annex A of the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants.
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dec/2025/868/oj/eng#ntr3-L_202500868EN.000101-E0003
9. ECHA proposes restrictions on chromium(VI) substances to protect health
On April 29, 2025, at the request of the European Commission, ECHA has assessed the risks posed by certain Cr (VI) substances to workers and the public as well as the socio-economic impacts of potential restrictions. The Agency concluded that an EU-wide restriction is justified as Cr (VI) substances are among the most potent workplace carcinogens and pose a serious risk to workers’ health. People living near industrial sites that release these substances into the environment are also at risk of lung and intestinal cancers.
All stakeholders have the opportunity to provide information backed by robust evidence during a six-month consultation, which is expected to start on 18 June 2025. ECHA is planning to organise an online information session to explain the restriction process and help stakeholders take part in the consultation.
ECHA proposes to introduce a ban on Cr (VI) substances, except in the following use categories when they meet defined limits for worker exposure and environmental emissions:
- Formulation of mixtures
- Electroplating on plastic substrate
- Electroplating on metal substrate
- Use of primers and other slurries
- Other surface treatment
- Functional additives/process aid
https://echa.europa.eu/-/echa-proposes-restrictions-on-chromium-vi-substances-to-protect-health
10. European Union officially releases a guideline for the measurement of formaldehyde releases from articles and formaldehyde concentrations in the interior of vehicles
On 14 July 2023 the European Commission adopted Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/14642 amending Annex XVII to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers. The Regulation introduced entry 77 to Annex XVII which sets the limit value for formaldehyde emissions to:
- 0,062 mg/m3 for furniture and wood-based articles and 0,080 mg/m3 for all other articles
- 0,062 mg/m3 for formaldehyde concentration in the interior of road vehicles
On May 14, 2025, ECHA published a guideline which explains how to measure formaldehyde
releases from articles and its concentrations inside vehicles. The purpose of these explanatory guidelines is to describe the test methods and test conditions to be applied to measure formaldehyde emissions from articles and concentration of formaldehyde in line with the requirements defined in Regulation (EU) 2023/1464 amending Annex XVII to REACH Regulation as regards formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers (entry 77 of REACH, Annex XVII).
https://echa.europa.eu/view-article/-/journal_content/title/echa-weekly-14-may-2025
https://echa.europa.eu/documents/10162/17233/rest_formaldehyde_guideline_en.pdf
11. Australia proposes the addition of six chemical substances to the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard (IChEMS)
On April 5, 2025, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) of Australia announced its proposal to include six groups of chemical substances in the Australian Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Instrument (Compilation No. 3, December 2024). The deadline for submitting comments is May 9, 2025. The proposed chemical groups are:
- Decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE)
- Mercury and mercury compounds
- 1,2-dibromoethane
- Methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT)
- 1,2-dichloroethane
- Aryl sulfonate hydrotropes
https://consult.dcceew.gov.au/ichems-s17-proposed-decisions
12. EU SCCS releases latest opinion on the use of Butylparaben in children’s cosmetics
On May 2, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union released the latest assessment opinion on the use of cosmetics containing Butylparaben by children. The main contents are as follows:
- Based on the safety assessment carried out in consideration of all available information, including the potential endocrine effects, the SCCS is of the opinion that the use of Butylparaben as preservative at a maximum concentration of 0.14 % (as acid) in all cosmetic products included in this exposure assessment is not safe for children between 0.5-1 years, 1-3 years, 3-6 years and 6-10 years when used in combination. With the exception of body lotion, it is safe in single dermal and oral product categories, when used only in the respective product category.
- During the public consultation, the SCCS received a proposal from the Applicant to maintain the concentration of Butylparaben at 0.14 % (as acid) in rinse-off products and reduce it to 0.002 % (as acid) in leave-on products and 0.092 % (as acid) in oral care products. Based on these reduced concentrations, Butylparaben is considered safe for children of all age groups and product types included in the assessment, whether used individually or in combination.
- This Opinion is not applicable to any sprayable product (including mouth spray) that may lead to exposure of end-user’s lungs by inhalation.
13. The EU plans to ban the use of new substances in cosmetics
On May 21 2025, the European Commission officially notified the World Trade Organization of the draft Omnibus Act VIII. This proposal aims to amend Annexes II, III, IV, and V of the Cosmetics Regulation.
The Omnibus Act aims to implement Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2564, which introduced newly classified substances as CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Reprotoxic), and incorporates findings from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) on the safety of ingredients and their concentration limits.
14. Multiple industry standards in the field of textile and garment have been approved and released
On May 9, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China issued the Announcement No. 7 of 2025, approving the publication of 1128 industry standards. This includes multiple standards related to the textile and apparel industry, such as FZ/T 01057.2-2025″ Test method for identification of textile fibers Part 2: Burning behavior” and FZ/T 01057.3-2025″ Test method for identification of textile fibers Part 3: Microscopy”
https://www.miit.gov.cn/zwgk/zcwj/wjfb/gg/art/2025/art_07619644c589451eb0b3a4302cb8206b.html
15. Two new mandatory national standards for footwear will come into effect on June 1, 2025
On May 28, 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (Standardization Administration of the People’s Republic of China) officially released GB 25038-2024 “General safety requirements for footwear” and GB 30585-2024 “Safety technical specifications for infant’s and children’s footwear”. These two mandatory national standards will come into effect on June 1, 2025. The newly revised national standards establish more stringent safety requirements for footwear products.
https://openstd.samr.gov.cn/bzgk/gb/newGbInfo?hcno=2365B99A36F2FA9602255B839F277FE9
https://openstd.samr.gov.cn/bzgk/gb/newGbInfo?hcno=E5D06875803DF79785B1F3A9529E2AFD
Recall
EU rapid alert system for dangerous non-food products (Rapex): https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/search?resetSearch=true
Canada Recall：https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/search/site
Australian Recall：https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls
US CPSC Recall：https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls
Recall case：
| Product category | Sample images | Notification submitted by | Reason for recall |
| Hair Clips |  | US | The painted hair clips contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard to children. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues |
| Doll Toy Sets |  | US | The peg dolls’ spherical ends can block the child’s airway, posing a risk of choking and death to children. |
| Hair Dryers |  | US | The recalled rollers tile toy violates the mandatory federal regulation for toy magnets because it contains a magnet that can become loose, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, the ingested magnets can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning, and death. |
| DTR Plush Bag Stitch and DTR Plush Bag Angel |  | US | The zipper pull on the back of the plush bags can detach, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking and/or ingestion of the zipper pu |
| Snowman Toys |  | US Canada | The top hat on the recalled snowman can break into small pieces, posing a risk of serious injury or death to small children from choking. |
| Children’s Loungewear Sets |  | US | The recalled children’s pajama sets violate flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a burn hazard and risk of serious injuries or death to children. |
| Christmas Tea Light Candle Holders |  | US | The tea light candle holder can catch on fire, posing a fire and burn hazard. |
| Baby Convertible High Chairs |  | US | The high chairs pose a deadly fall hazard to babies because the restraint system is not attached to the product and the locks or latches can fail. In addition, the high chairs pose an entrapment hazard because the opening between the seat and tray is large enough that a child can become entrapped in it. These are violations of the federal regulations for high chairs. |
| Baby Swings |  | US | The swings pose a suffocation hazard and a risk of serious injury or death to babies, because they were marketed for infant sleep and have an incline angle greater than 10 degrees, in violation of the Safe Sleep for Babies Act. The swings also fail to meet the mandatory warning requirements under the swing regulations. In addition, the remote control included with the swings contains a lithium coin battery and is missing the required warnings and instructions for consumer products containing button cell and coin batteries under Reese’s Law. |
| Hair Dryers |  | US | The handheld hair dryers lack an immersion protection device and can cause death or serious injury due to electrocution or shock if the hair dryers fall into water when plugged in. The hair dryers are in violation of federal regulations for hair dryers and present a substantial product hazard. |
| 15” Submersible RGB LED Lights with remote controls |  | US | The Submersible RGB LED Light’s remote control has a lithium coin battery that can be easily accessed by children, posing an ingestion hazard. This violates the mandatory federal regulations for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries. In addition, the recalled products do not have the required warnings. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death. |
| Digital Wall Clocks |  | US | The recalled digital wall clocks violate the mandatory federal regulations for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries. The remote control for the clock has a lithium coin battery that can be easily accessed by children, posing an ingestion hazard. In addition, the recalled products do not have the warnings required under Reese’s Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death. |
| Child Safety Gates |  | US | The recalled child safety gates violate the federal safety regulation for expansion gates and expandable enclosures because a child’s torso can fit through the opening between the gate slat and side wall, a child’s torso can fit through the secondary opening, the locking mechanism does not fully engage and/or the gate does not resist a push-out force. These failures pose a risk of serious injury or death due to entrapment and fall hazards. |
| Adult Portable Bed Rails |  | US | The recalled bed rails violate federal regulations for adult portable bed rails, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. When the bed rails are attached to a bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress. In addition, the bed rails do not bear the required hazard warning labels. |
| Adult Portable Bed Rails |  | The recalled bed rails violate federal regulations for adult portable bed rails, posing a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. When the bed rails are attached to a bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress. In addition, the bed rails do not bear the required hazard warning labels. | |
| 65W 30000mAh Portable Chargers |  | US | The lithium-ion battery in the recalled portable chargers can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
| Multi-Function Pressure Cookers |  | US | The pressure-cooking lid can be opened during use, causing hot contents to escape, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers. |
| AC Power Adaptors |  | US | The AC power adaptors can overheat and ignite, posing burn and fire hazards. |
| 6-Drawer Dresser |  | US | The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the performance requirements of the STURDY Act because they can tip over with fewer than 60 pounds applied horizontally, and the dressers also fail to meet the labeling requirements of the STURDY Act. |
| Six-Drawer Double Dressers |  | US | The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the performance requirements of the STURDY Act because they can tip over with fewer than 60 pounds applied horizontally, and the dressers also fail to meet the labeling requirements of the STURDY Act. |
| Kitchen Faucets |  | US | The recalled faucets were tested and found to contain lead that can leach into water at levels that can be particularly harmful to infants and young children. |
| Kitchen Faucets |  | US | The recalled faucets were tested and found to contain lead that can leach into water at levels that can be particularly harmful to infants and young children. The faucets were also found to leach other contaminants. |
| Magnetic Wireless Power Banks |  | US | The lithium-ion batteries in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards to consumers |
| Ball runner toy SR/01649/25 |  | Ireland | The top rung of the toy can easily detach, making the small balls inside accessible. A small child can put these balls in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. |
| Plastic ball SR/01641/25 |  | Poland | The toy contains an excessive amount of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values up to 3.75% and 8.5% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Pull-along toy SR/01626/25 |  | France | The battery compartment can be easily opened, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth and swallow them, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract and/or choking. In addition, the cross section of the rope to pull the turtle is too small. This could cause injuries to the child playing with the toy. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115. |
| Wooden toy truck SR/01683/25 |  | Austria | The toy has small parts (wooden parts and screws) that can easily detach. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Magnetic toy SR/01691/25 |  | Poland | The toy contains small magnets with a high magnetic flux (measured value up to: 50 kG²mm²). If a child swallows the small magnets, they could attract one another causing intestinal blockage or perforation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Stress ball SR/01714/25 |  | France | The toy has small parts which can detach (eyes). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1. |
| Water color set SR/01732/25 |  | France | The product contains mercury (measured value: 14.6 %). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Puzzle mat SR/01772/25 |  | Italy | The toy can easily break producing small parts. Small children may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Puzzle mat SR/01771/25 |  | Italy | The toy can easily break producing small parts. Small children may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy wand SR/01753/25 |  | France | Due to the insufficient mechanical strength of the toy, in particular of the unicorn plastic head, a short circuit may occur, breaking the toy. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 62115. |
| Skipping rope toy SR/01756/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The plastic material of the toy has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to: 0.04%, 0.03 and 13.85% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with REACH. |
| Children’s scooter SR/01768/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The screw-clamp locking device on the steering column may fail to stop the column from dropping during use. This could cause the child to fall and be injured. Additionally, the product lacks the appropriate instructions for use when folding and unfolding the scooter. If this is not correctly done, it increases the risk of injuries to the user. Moreover, the steering column is in a plastic bag which is too thin. If a child plays with it, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. |
| Soft toy SR/01725/25 |  | Poland | Small parts can easily detach (plastic eye). As a result, a small child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Soft toy OR/00066/25 |  | France | The product has a zipped fastening making the fibrous stuffing material easily accessible. A child may put the filling material in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy dinosaur SR/01769/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product has a small part (the bone intended to be placed in the dinosaur’s mouth). A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive |
| Toy rattle set SR/01783/25 |  | Poland | The product has protruding parts. A child could put them in the mouth, which could block the airways and cause choking. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Children’s gardening set SR/01831/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The migration of lead from the yellow paint of the long hoe and the long rake is too high (measured value: 800 mg/kg and 210 mg/kg respectively). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Soft toy OR/00068/25 |  | Italy | The fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams. A small child may put the filling material in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Fancy-dress costume SR/01850/25 |  | France | The costume is highly flammable and the flame propagation too high on the white textile of the dress. The costume may catch fire if worn close to an ignition source, resulting in burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-2. |
| Fancy-dress costume SR/01849/25 |  | France | The product has two non-detachable cords on the costume at the bottom of the trousers. The cords may become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-1 and EN 14682. |
| Plastic swing OR/00076/25 |  | Belgium | The product has accessible openings and holes, in which children’s head or neck can become trapped and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-8. |
| Radio controlled toy car SR/01876/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | According to the product markings, the product has batteries containing cadmium. Cadmium bio-accumulates and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Batteries and Accumulators Directive. |
| Balloons SR/01944/25 |  | Germany | The rubber of the balloons releases an excessive amount of nitrosamines and nitrosatable substances (measured total value: 2.03 mg/kg and 18.03 mg/kg respectively), among which NDMA. Nitrosamines may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. |
| LED light SR/01938/25 |  | Germany | The battery compartment can be easily opened, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth and swallow them, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract and/or choking. In addition, the product can easily break, releasing small parts, that a small child could put in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive not with the European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115. |
| Battery-operated toy dog SR/01985/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have excessive concentrations of lead (measured values up to 53% by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of tRoHS 2 Directive. |
| Baby sleeping bag SR/01747/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The hood of the product covers the mouth and/or nose area of a baby. When used in a sleeping environment, this could result in suffocation. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive. |
| Baby sleeping bag SR/01806/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The sleeping bag has a hood, which may cover the mouth and/or nose area of the baby. This could lead the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive |
| Baby sleeping bag SR/01818/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The sleeping bag has a hood, which may cover the mouth and/or nose area of the baby. This could lead the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive. |
| High chair SR/01891/25 |  | France | The product is not resistant and durable enough, a small child might fall off and be injured if the seat breaks. Moreover, the plastic of the packaging is too thin. If a child plays with it, the plastic can cover the mouth and nose, causing the child to suffocate. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 14988. |
| Children´s jacket SR/01750/25 |  | Estonia | The product has long functional cords with free ends in the neck area which can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation or injuries. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 14682. |
| Children’s jacket SR/01749/25 |  | Estonia | The product has long drawstrings with free ends in the neck area. These drawstrings can become trapped during various activities of a child, leading to strangulation or injuries. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 14682. |
| Earrings SR/01644/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value: 28% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Earrings SR/01677/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value: 10% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Earrings SR/01678/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value: 22% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Earrings SR/01680/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value: 28% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Necklace SR/02003/25 |  | Slovakia | The products have an excessive concentration of cadmium and nickel release rate (measured values up to 86.9% and 0.8 µg/cm2/week, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Dumbbell SR/01633/25 |  | Finland | The black material in the ends of the dumbbell contains an excessive amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), notably chrysene (measured value: 14 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Suitcase SR/01653/25 |  | Finland | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 6.2% and 2.1% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Mug OR/00062/25 |  | Ireland | A defect in the mugs glazing can cause it to crack when boiling water is added, leading to leakage and burns to the user. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13258. |
| Face mask SR/01705/25 |  | Germany | The product contains 2-(4-tert-butylbenzyl) propionaldehyde (BMHCA), which is prohibited in cosmetic products. Moreover, the product contains lead (measured value: 0.000124 %). The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. |
| Nail varnish SR/01915/25 |  | Italy | According to the list of ingredients, the product contains trimethylolpropane triacrylate, which use is prohibited in cosmetic products. Trimethylolpropane triacrylate can cause skin and eye irritation and might cause cancer. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation. |
| Magnetic safety lock SR/01829/25 |  | Poland | Small parts (plastic attachments) can easily detach from the locking mechanism. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation. |
| Steering wheel cover SR/01977/25 |  | Italy | The product has an excessive concentration of zinc (measured value: 0.013%). Zinc is toxic and may cause neurological disorders. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Protective gloves OR/00072/25 |  | Poland | The gloves do not provide adequate protection against abrasion and can easily tear. Therefore, users are not sufficiently protected from sharp objects and risk suffering cuts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE) nor with the European standard EN 388. |
| Cushions SR/01887/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | If close to a flame, the product catches fire and continues burning for an excessive time even after removal of the ignition source. This increases the risk of fire and burns. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation. |
| Inflatable swimming seat SR/01867/25 |  | Austria | The product may resemble a toy; however, there is a risk of drowning if children play with it unsupervised. Floating seats must be used under constant adult supervision. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13138. |
| Office chair SR/01992/25 |  | Slovakia | The chair is unstable and can tip over during use. Moreover, the seat support structure can deform, or the seat support base can crack, which can result in injury to the consumer’s head, torso, lower and upper limbs. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with European standard EN 1335-2. |
| kneepad SR/01973/25 |  | France | The shock-absorbing capacity of the kneepads is insufficient. As a result, the user might suffer injuries in case of an impact. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1621-2. |
| Heating plate SR/01681/25 |  | Germany | The electronics inside the product are not sufficiently insulated. Open water containers (poultry drinking bowls) are placed on the product. Water could therefore be spilled on and penetrate the product. Additionally, the housing is made of metal, and there is no earth conductor. Therefore, a short circuit could occur, making the housing live. The user can touch the live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60335-1. |
| USB charger SR/01694/25 |  | Lithuania | The device is not resistant to high temperatures and its casing may deform, leaving live parts accessible. The user can access live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 62368. |
| Portable blender SR/01844/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The batteries of the product may overheat during charging, presenting a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Wireless speaker SR/01794/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product has poor quality internal connections and wires soldered directly to component tails. In a high vibration environment, the wires could potentially detach and short-circuit, presenting a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Steamer cap SR/01786/25 |  | Ireland | The fuse in the plug is defective, Therefore, in the event of an over-current, the lack of sand in the product’s fuse can cause the product to overheat, causing electric shock, burns to the user and fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 61000. |
| Electric fan SR/01878/25 |  | Poland | The electrical insulation of the internal wires is inadequate and the internal wires are improperly secured. The internal wire can detach, resulting in inadequate creepage and clearance distances possibly causing an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2-80. |
| Circuit breaker SR/02012/25 |  | Germany | With an increased current flow, the trip does not activate within 2 seconds. Therefore, the circuit is not interrupted and the arc does not extinguish, leading the breaker to smoulder or burn. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60898. |
| Lighting chain SR/02014/25 |  | Hungary | The product has inadequate insulation. The dimensions of the connection plug do not comply with the specifications. The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598. |
| Lighting chains SR/01864/25 |  | Hungary | The cable is not properly anchored. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The user could touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598. |
| Dog collar light SR/01987/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 62 % by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive. |
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HONG KONG, June 03, 2025 — Hong Kong-based foodtech startup IXON Food Technology and CMA+, the technology commercialization platform of CMA Testing, today announced a strategic collaboration to fast-track IXON’s innovative food preservation solutions to market. IXON, which has developed advanced sous-vide aseptic packaging (ASAP), a process that sterilizes foods at gentle temperatures (60–80 °C), joined the CMA+ InnoLIFE program in April 2025. This membership grants IXON access to CMA+’s extensive industry–academia network designed to turn cutting-edge research into commercial products.
Since joining, CMA+ has actively supported IXON’s efforts to commercialize its technology in the pet food and senior soft food segments. In return, IXON will conduct all of its food safety and quality analyses at CMA Testing’s accredited laboratories, leveraging CMA Testing’s decades of expertise in food and consumer-product testing.
CMA+ has provided IXON with hands-on guidance and resources to adapt its ASAP technology for new market niches. The collaboration now includes plans for IXON to replicate its production facility at CMA+’s Pilot Manufacturing Center (PMC). The PMC is a dedicated pilot-production hub that provides production sites and supporting facilities for enterprises engaged in experimental production. In practical terms, this means IXON can develop prototypes, integrate automation, and conduct low-volume pilot runs under one roof.
“Access to the PMC will help us accelerate product development and reduce technical risk on the path to scale-up,” said Felix Cheung, CEO of IXON. “Combining CMA+’s incubation support with our ASAP technology, we aim to bring high-quality, shelf-stable foods to market more quickly.”
Mr. Robert LOK, Vice President of CMA and Chairman of CMA Testing, explained that the platform was named “CMA+” to highlight its mission of expanding beyond testing services into technology commercialization. It aims to support the transformation of scientific research into real-world products across government, industry, academia, and research sectors. In addition to providing innovative laboratory facilities, CMA+ offers four key services tailored to the needs of early-stage technology companies: technical and certification support, access to manufacturers and supply chains, financing and legal guidance, and marketing support. By connecting startups with essential resources and partners, CMA+ helps accelerate the path from innovation to market.
About IXON
IXON is a Hong Kong-based company that specializes in food sterilization and preservation. A FoodTech 500 company, IXON is recognized for their proprietary advanced sous-vide aseptic packaging (ASAP) technology that enables the storage and shipment of food products at room temperature. By eliminating the need for cold chain and greatly extending shelf life, ASAP makes food consumption more equitable, convenient, and sustainable. For more information, visit https://www.ixon.com.hk.
About CMA Testing and CMA+
CMA Testing is a third-party quality assurance organization established in 1979, offering testing, inspection and certification services worldwide. It is accredited by HOKLAS and other international bodies, serving industries from consumer electronics to food and personal care. CMA+ is CMA Testing’s newly established Technology Commercialisation Platform, dedicated to bridging industry and academia. CMA+ provides technology and certification support, manufacturing and supply-chain assistance, financing and legal guidance, as well as sales and marketing channels. Its Pilot Manufacturing Center (PMC) offers on-site prototyping and small-scale production facilities to help innovators validate and scale their products. For more information, visit https://www.thecmaplus.org.