1. ASTM releases the new standard test methods for treadmill design and performance evaluation, ASTM F2106-25
On July 9, 2025, the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released the new standard test methods ASTM F2106-25 for evaluating design and performance characteristics of treadmills.The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of treadmills assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunction with Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test Methods F2571 is intended to ensure appropriate performance and reliability of a treadmill and reduce the risk of serious injury from design deficiencies.
https://store.astm.org/f2106-25.html
2. ASTM releases the updated standard specification for treadmills ASTM F2115-25
On July 24, 2025, the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released the updated standard specification ASTM F2115-25 for treadmills. This standard specification covers the establishment of parameters for the design and manufacture of motorized treadmills.
https://store.astm.org/f2115-25.html
3. The EU amends the restrictions on perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) under the POPs Regulation
On July 14, 2025, Regulation (EU) 2025/1399 was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, amending Annex I of POPs Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 and updating the restrictions on perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) . The key 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 3 August 2028.
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’.
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg_del/2025/1399/oj/eng
4. The EU amends the POPs Regulation to introduce restrictions on UV-328
On July 15, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union published Regulation (EU) 2025/843, amending Annex I of the POPs Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 to introduce restrictions on UV-328. The main restriction requirement is that the concentrations of UV-328 equal to or below:
- 100 mg/kg (0,01 % by weight) from 4 August 2025;
- 10 mg/kg (0,001 % by weight) from 4 August 2027;
- 1 mg/kg (0,0001 % by weight) from 4 August 2029.
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg_del/2025/843/oj/eng
5. The EU approve an amendment to the POPs Regulation to lower PBDEs limits
On July 24, 2025, the European Commission announced the adoption of the amendment to Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs Regulation). The amendment adjusts the limits for polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in Annex I. The updated regulation is expected to be published soon in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The new limits are:
- Individual PBDEs (tetra-, penta-, hexa-, hepta- and decaBDE) in substances shall not exceed 10 mg/kg; the sum of the concentrations of PBDEs (tetra-, penta-, hexa-, hepta- and decaBDE) in mixtures and articles shall not exceed 10 mg/kg.
- Specific limits apply to products made from recycled materials, including mixtures, articles, toys, and children’s products.
- Electrical and electronic equipment under 2011/65/EU and food contact materials regulated by (EC) No 1935/2004 are exempt from the POPs Regulation.
6. The testing standards for formamide, chlorinated phosphorus flame retardants, and isothiazolinones in toy materials will come into full effect on August 31, 2025
On February 26, 2025, the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) released three standards: EN 71-15:2025 for the determination of formamide content in foam toy materials, EN 71-16:2025 for the determination Certain chlorinated phosphorus flame retardants (TCEP, TCPP, TDCP) in toy materials, and EN 71-17:2025 for the determination of Certain isothiazolinones (MIT, CIT, BIT) in aqueous toy materials. These three standards ensure toy materials meet the limits in Appendix C of Annex II to the Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC and will take effect on August 31, 2025.
7. EU plans to revise Cosmetics Regulation to restrict the use of multiple ingredients
On July 16, 2025, the European Commission submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under the reference number G/TBT/N/EU/1146, proposing to revise the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. This revision is based on the latest scientific assessment opinions of the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the EU and will impose new restrictions and regulations on the use of multiple cosmetic ingredients, including benzyl salicylate, aluminium, DHHB, various hair dyes and preservatives, among other commonly used raw materials. The consultation period for the draft will last until September 14, 2025, and it is expected to be officially adopted and implemented in the first quarter of 2026.
https://technical-barriers-trade.ec.europa.eu/en/notification/37106
8. EU SCCS releases opinions on the draft safety assessment of tea tree oil cosmetics
On June 6, 2025, the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the European Union released a draft opinion on the scientific assessment of tea tree oil (TTO) in cosmetics. The main contents are as follows:
The SCCS considers the use of Tea Tree Oil (TTO) as an anti-seborrheic and anti-microbial agent safe up to the maximum concentration of 2.0% in shampoo, 1.0% in shower gel, 1.0% in face wash and 0.1% in face cream.
This Opinion is only applicable to:
- TTO with chemical composition that conforms to the updated International Standard (ISO 4730:2017) in the intended final cosmetic products.
- The use of TTO in the intended dermally applied cosmetic products, and not in aerosolised or sprayable products that may give rise to inhalation exposure of the consumer.
The SCCS is therefore of the opinion that stability of TTO must be maintained in the final cosmetic products so that the components remain within the specifications of the updated ISO 4730:2017 standard.
This draft opinion is now open for public consultation until August 18, 2025.
9. ISO publishes the first safety standard for baby walker ISO 23645:2025
On July 7, 2025, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) first published the safety standard ISO 23645:2025 for baby walker. This standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for baby walking frames into which a child is placed, and which are intended to be used from when the child is able to sit up unaided (around six months), until the child is able to walk independently or weighs more than 12 kg.
https://www.iso.org/standard/87525.html
10. AFIRM releases the 2025 Packaging RSL
Recently, the Apparel and Footwear International RSL Management Working Group (AFIRM) released the 2025 version of the Packaging Restricted Substances List (Packaging RSL). This is the 8th update of the Packaging RSL. The AFIRM Working Group was established in 2004 and is on a mission to reduce the use and impact of harmful substances in the apparel and footwear supply chains.
https://afirm-group.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025_AFIRM_Packaging_RSL_2025_0729.pdf
11. Australia implements regulatory restrictions on decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE), mercury and mercury compounds
On June 25, 2025, Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water issued Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Amendment (2025 Measures No. 1) Instrument 2025, adding decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE), mercury and mercury compounds in Schedule 6 of Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management (Register) Instrument 2022.
https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2025L00749/asmade/text
12. China releases the draft revision of GB 9865 for public comment
On July 3, 2025, the National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment released the draft revision of GB 9685, titled “National Food Safety Standard for the Use of Additives in Food Contact Materials and Articles” for public comment. The comment period ended on July 15, 2025. Compared to the current version (GB 9685-2016), the update includes two main changes:
- A ban on multiple phthalates and high-risk or obsolete additives;
- A reduction in the specific migration limit (SML) for bisphenol A from 0.6 mg/kg to 0.05 mg/kg.
https://www.cfsa.net.cn/spaqbz/bzgzdt/2025/15299.shtml
13. China releases the draft for public comment on the revision of the GB 4806.1 standard for food contact materials
On August 1, 2025, the National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued the revised draft of GB4806.1 for public comment. This draft will replace two existing standards: GB 4806.1-2016, “National Food Safety Standard – General Safety Requirements for Food Contact Materials and Articles,” and GB 4806.13-2023, “National Food Safety Standard – Composite Materials and Articles for Food Contact.”
https://www.nhc.gov.cn/wjw/yjzj/202508/d225acc0b11e42afa7e59e7a54d7e9db.shtml
14. China issues the mandatory national standard for RoHS
On August 1, 2025, the Standardization Administration of China released the mandatory national standard GB 26572-2025, “Requirements for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products.” This standard will take effect on August 1, 2027, and fully replace the previous recommended standard GB/T 26572-2011. This change signifies that China’s RoHS has become a mandatory national standard, marking a significant step toward promoting green manufacturing and sustainable development in the electrical and electronic industry.
https://std.samr.gov.cn/gb/search/gbDetailed?id=3B49408EC36C0811E06397BE0A0A2D54
15. Seven mandatory national standards for toys and children’s products (draft for approval) are open to public comment
On August 1, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China released the draft for approval and the compilation explanations of seven mandatory national standards, including GB 6675.1-202x ” Safety of toys -Part 1: Basic code”. The seven standards announced this time include the revision of four key toy standards and the formulation of three new standards for children’s products. This update of toy standards involves a large number of new requirements, especially in mechanical and physical performance aspects. In terms of chemistry, new limits have been set for formaldehyde, harmful aromatic amines, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, migratory N-nitrosamines and their precursors, and formamide. For the first time, the migration of boron and other elements in slime has been regulated. In terms of hygiene, new microbial indicators for liquids in toys have been added. The requirements for toy labeling have also been revised simultaneously. The three newly formulated standards have, for the first time, included products such as children’s strollers, high chairs, and baby bathtubs and their stands within the scope of mandatory safety control.
https://www.miit.gov.cn/jgsj/kjs/jscx/bzgf/art/2025/art_9e1f746498d54de6a845fe75e0b98a06.html
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 |
| Helmets |  | US | The recalled helmets fail to provide sufficient protection in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. |
| Chainsaws and Pole Saws |  | US Canada | The main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released, posing a laceration hazard. |
| Party Supply Toys |  | US | The recalled party supply toys violate the mandatory standard for toys containing button cell batteries because the compartment that holds the batteries can be easily accessed and opened by children, posing a deadly ingestion hazard to children. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death. |
| 8-inch pool drain covers |  | US | The recalled drain covers do not conform to the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers. |
| 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles |  | US | The lid can forcefully eject, posing serious impact and laceration hazards, when a consumer attempts to open the capped bottles after food, carbonated beverages or perishable beverages, such as juice or milk, are stored inside over time. |
| Aftermarket Play Yard Mattresses |  | US | The aftermarket play yard mattresses violate the mandatory standard for crib mattresses, as the mattresses exceed thickness requirements and may not adequately fit certain play yards, posing a deadly entrapment hazard. Babies can suffocate in gaps between an undersized mattress, or extra padding, and side walls of a product, especially when the infant’s face becomes trapped against the side and the mattress, preventing the infant from breathing. |
| 15-Drawer 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 federal standard as required by the STURDY Act. |
| 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 fail to meet the mandatory standard, as required by the STURDY Act. |
| Momentum Vida E+ E-Bikes |  | US | The fork steerer tube on the recalled bicycles can crack, break or separate during use, posing a fall hazard. |
| Kids 14- and 18-inch Bicycles |  | US | Multiple components of the children’s bicycles contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard to children. In addition, the black paint on the bicycle pumps contains lead that exceeds the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. |
| 36-volt lithium-ion batteries used with VIVI E-bikes |  | US | The recalled lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| E-bike |  | US | The e-bikes’ lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing serious fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Electric Scooters |  | US | The recalled scooters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard and risk of serious injury and death. They were sold with unauthorized lithium-ion battery UL certification labels. |
| Electric Scooters |  | US | The weld line on the electric scooter can crack, causing the stem to break and posing fall and injury hazards. |
| Braided crib bumpers |  | US | The recalled crib bumpers violate the federal ban on crib bumpers because the padded crib bumpers can obstruct breathing, posing a risk of serious injury or death to infants from suffocation. Padded crib bumpers are banned by the Federal Safe Sleep for Babies Act. |
| Padded Cushioned Crib Bumpers |  | US | The recalled padded cushioned crib bumpers violate the federal crib bumper ban because they can obstruct an infant’s breathing, posing a suffocation hazard. This creates an unsafe sleeping environment for infants. Padded crib bumpers are banned by the Safe Sleep for Babies Act. |
| Retractable Safety Gates |  | US | The recalled gates violate the federal standard for expansion gates and expandable enclosures because a child’s torso can fit through the opening between the gate and the floor, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to entrapment hazard. |
| Retractable Safety Gates |  | US | The recalled gates violate the mandatory standard for expansion gates and expandable enclosures because a child’s torso can fit through the opening between the gate and the floor, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to entrapment. |
| Stitch Scented Highlighters (4-pack) |  | US | The scented highlighters, which resemble cups with straws, contain phthalates; a violation of the federal phthalates ban. Phthalates are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. |
| Handheld Steamerss |  | US | The steamers can leak steam or spew hot boiling water, posing a risk of serious burn injury to users. |
| Magnetic Wireless Power Banks (IST-09991/W05 model only) |  | US | The lithium-ion battery in the recalled power banks can overheat and ignite while charging, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Electronic Recliner and Swivel Gliders with USB port |  | US | The USB module in the recliner arm can overheat and spark, posing an overheating hazard. |
| LED Gloves |  | US | The recalled LED gloves violate the mandatory standard for toys containing coin batteries because the compartment that holds the batteries can be easily accessed and opened by children. Additionally, the spare coin batteries provided with the toys are not in child-resistant packaging and 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. |
| Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets |  | US | The battery compartment of the recalled light-up ruler bracelets can be opened easily by children allowing access to the button cell batteries, violating the battery-operated toys requirements under the mandatory standard for toys. If a child swallows a button cell or coin battery, it can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns or death. |
| Minifridges, models EFMIS129, EFMIS137, EFMIS149 and EFMIS175, limited to the serial numbers listed below. |  | US | The minifridges’internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the surrounding plastic housing, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Smart Home Fragrance Diffusers with detachable covers |  | US | The magnets on the inside cover can detach, 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.. |
| Rechargeable Electric Bug Zapper Racket, Fly Swatter, and Mosquito Swatter for Indoor and Outdoor use |  | US | The rechargeable battery in the Electric Bug Zapper Racket, Fly Swatter, and Mosquito Swatter can catch fire when used for extended periods of time. |
| Toy trumpet SR/02436/25 |  | Austria | The sound pressure level produced by the toy is too high (measured value up to 97.5 dB). This could lead to permanent or partial hearing loss. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Water mat SR/02395/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | 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 Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Soft toy SR/02458/25 |  | Austria | Small parts can easily detach (the eyes of the toy). As a consequence, 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. |
| Watercolours SR/02464/25 |  | France | The migration of lead from the paint is too high (measured value up to 5.5 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Fancy-dress costume SR/02387/25 |  | France | The migration of chromium VI from the toy is too high (measured value: 0.26 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Toy harmonica SR/02409/25 |  | Austria | The sound pressure level and the peak sound pressure level produced by the toy are too high (measured value up to 110dB). This could lead to permanent or partial hearing loss The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1. |
| Playmat SR/02475/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The detachable toys include fabric loops sewn into the side of one of the seams. The loops are large enough that a young child can easily insert their finger into them and twist, causing him to get trapped. The fibrous stuffing material of the star 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 European standard EN 71-1. |
| Plastic doll set SR/02461/25 |  | Czechia | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 42.6% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Battery-operated toy rabbit SR/02394/25 |  | Luxembourg | Small parts can easily detach (the eyes of the rabbit). As a consequence, 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 standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115. |
| Playmat SR/02626/25 |  | Slovakia | The product has small parts (the eyes of the turtle, lion, fish, seahorse, penguin and horse) that can easily detach. 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. |
| Board game SR/02593/25 |  | Board game | The product consists of 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 European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy slime set SR/02610/25 |  | Germany | The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 3240 mg/kg) The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Toy rings SR/02652/25 |  | France | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 2.25 % and 1.05 % by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Key ring with toy SR/02642/25 |  | Spain | The toy has small parts (keychain) that can easily detach. A child may put it 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. |
| Toy military set SR/02627/25 |  | Slovakia | The product has small parts that can easily detach (suction cups and projectiles). 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. |
| Plastic doll SR/02544/25 |  | Lithuania | The plastic material of the toy has an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 2.52% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Toy slime SR/02709/25 |  | Croatia | The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 3180 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-3. |
| Toy slime kit SR/02716/25 |  | Germany | The migration of boron from the toy slime is too high (measured value: 3260 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-3. |
| Toy car SR/02755/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | 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 European standard EN 71-1. |
| Remote-controlled toy car SR/02754/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product’s USB charging cable contains an excessive amount of of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values up to 4.6%, 0.053% and 0.74% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive. |
| Musical toy SR/02723/25 |  | Lithuania | The product has small parts (small balls and butterflies) that can easily detach. 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 European standard EN 71-1. |
| Stress ball toy SR/02769/25 |  | Austria | The product has small parts that can easily detach. A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy bear SR/02832/25 |  | Austria | The product has small parts (the bear’s head, legs and arms) that can easily detach. 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 European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy scooter OR/00114/25 |  | Poland | The diameter of the front wheels of the scooter is too small (measured value: 116.59 mm), which can lead the scooter’s wheel to become stuck on an uneven surface and the child falling, suffering injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1. |
| Jewellery set SR/02416/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The products have an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 27.15%). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Necklace set SR/02453/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 37 % by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Ring SR/02460/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value up to 78% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Heated jacket SR/02390/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The lithium-ion battery pack is poorly constructed and does not provide sufficient protection to prevent against thermal runaway, leading to the risk of fire. Additionally, the power supply plug pins are too close to the edge of the plug face, exposing the user to live parts, leading to electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Toiletry bag SR/02469/25 |  | Sweden | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), cadmium and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value: up to 17.2%, 0.076% and 1.15% by weight, respectively) The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP) Regulation. |
| Plastic sandals SR/02472/25 |  | Sweden | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of lead, bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 13%, 11.7% and 9.2% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Children’s jacket SR/02543/25 |  | France | Small parts can easily detach (zipper pull). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke on them. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Children’s cardigan SR/02682/25 |  | Belgium | 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. |
| Gloves SR/02449/2 |  | The Netherlands | The leather in the product contains chromium VI (measured value: 17 mg/kg). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Fishing bait SR/02466/25 |  | Sweden | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values up to: 60% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Fishing bait SR/02463/25 |  | Sweden | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 31% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Floating board SR/02681/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product’s canopy could cause it to lift off the water if struck by a gust of wind. The child could fall from the product and be injured by impact or drown in the water. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation. |
| Inflatable swim seat SR/02673/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product may resemble a toy; however, there is a risk of drowning if children play with it unsupervised. Floating seats with leg openings must be used under constant adult supervision and must not have any play elements or overwater structures. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation. |
| Motorcycle part / Brake shoe SR/02764/25 |  | Ireland | The brake shoe contains asbestos fibres. Asbestos causes cancer. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Charger SR/02471/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The earthing protection is inadequate and the product’s insulation is inappropriate, leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch the accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Hair styler SR/02462/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The fuse within the plug has insufficient granular filler and is too small. This can lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding, causing a fire. This product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Lighting chain SR/02398/25 |  | Slovakia | Due to the insufficient mechanical strength of the product, access to live parts is possible. Moreover, the product has an insufficient nominal cross-section of the conductors and does not meet the declared requirements for protection against moisture. This may result in the user receiving an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20. |
| Lighting chain SR/02397/25 |  | Slovakia | Due to the insufficient mechanical strength of the product, access to live parts is possible. Moreover, the product has an insufficient nominal cross-section of the conductors, it allows single-pole plug insertion, has insufficient cable length between plug and the first socket and also does not meet the declared requirements for protection against moisture. This may result in the user receiving an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20. |
| Lighting chain SR/02439/25 |  | Slovakia | Due to the insufficient mechanical strength of the product, access to live parts is possible. Moreover, the product has an insufficient nominal cross-section of the conductors, it allows single-pole plug insertion, has insufficient cable length between plug and the first socket and also does not meet the declared requirements for protection against moisture. This may result in an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20 |
| Children’s lamp SR/02445/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead. (measured value up to 58.2% by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive. |
| Toy camera SR/02444/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 19.1% by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive. |
| Power adaptor SR/02646/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The mains plug dimensions of the product are inadequate. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Wall socket SR/02809/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The breakdown isolation between the input and output circuits and the creepage and clearance distances between circuits of the wall socket are insufficient. Moreover there is no overcurrent protection device fitted to the USB input circuit. This can lead to overheating of the wall socket and cause a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive, nor with the European standard EN 62368-1. |
| Air purifier OR/00112/25 |  | Ireland | Moisture or contaminants may affect the door interlock microswitch, causing electrical arcing and overheating, which may result in electric shock or fires. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Lighting chain SR/02616/25 |  | Hungary | The product is improperly designed and not adequately protected against electric shock. The swinging socket enables a one-pole connection. As a result, 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. |
| Air purifier SR/02537/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value: 69% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive. |
| Foot polisher SR/02581/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead. (measured value up to 72.7% by weight). Moreover, the plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value up to 1.21% by weight). Additionally, the product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 0.61 % by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive nor with POP Regulation. |
| LED head lamp SR/02592/25 |  | Sweden | The product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to 2.66% by weight). The product does not comply with POP Regulation. |
| Digital thermometer SR/02743/25 |  | Sweden | The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 66% by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements of RoHS 2 Directive. |
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On September 27, 2023, the Official Journal of the European Union published Regulation (EU) 2023/2055, amending REACH Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006 to add entry 78 regarding restrictions on synthetic polymer microparticles (Microplastics). The amended regulation came into force on October 17, 2023. The main restriction requirements are as follows: Shall not be placed on the market on their own or, where the synthetic polymer microparticles are present to confer a sought-after characteristic, in mixtures in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,01 % by weight.
Microplastics Recall Case Sharing
In February 2025, the EU RAPEX system reported three cases involving excessive microplastic content. Details are as follows:
| Alert No. | Notifying Country | Product Category | Product | Country of Origin | Reason for Recall | Actions Taken |
| SR/00712/25 SR/00710/25 SR/00704/25 | Croatia | Toy | 2 Children’s nail/tattoo set 1 Children’s nail/tattoo set | Hong Kong, China | All three products contain microplastics with up to 95% PET content. | Sales banned and products destroyed |
Official Release of the Microplastics Explanatory Guidance Document
On March 31, 2025, the European Commission and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) jointly released the explanatory guidance on the microplastic restriction, aiming to help companies assess product compliance and provide implementation advice.
The guidance consists of three parts:
- Part I explains the restriction requirements and implementation in plain language;
- Part II is a Q&A section addressing common questions from member states and stakeholders;
- Part III contains annexes, including decision trees and examples of borderline cases.
Source of the Guidance：https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/chemicals/reach/restrictions/commission-regulation-eu-20232055-restriction-microplastics-intentionally-added-products_en
CMA Testing Reminder | Compliance Action Recommendations
- Companies should closely monitor regulatory updates and recall cases, accurately understand the requirements, comprehensively review product formulations and technical data, and use the guidance to determine if products fall within the restriction scope.
- If microplastics are unavoidable, risks can be mitigated through exemptions by understanding raw material composition and assessing solubility and biodegradability.
- If internal capabilities are insufficient, seeking professional assistance promptly is recommended.
1. Massachusetts announces the final regulation on flame retardants
On May 9, 2025, Massachusetts, USA announced a notice regarding the final Regulation 310 CMR 78.00 “Ban of Covered Products Containing Certain Flame Retardants”. The regulation defines covered products that include bedding, carpeting, children’s products, residential upholstered furniture, and window treatments. The announcement includes the text of the final regulation as well as the response from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) to public comments submitted during the review process of the proposed rule. The final regulations published contain several important clarifications or modifications:
- Clear definitions are provided for terms such as “Chemical Abstract Service”, “Chemical Analogue”, “Nanometer”, and “Retailer”.
- “Window Treatment” is defined as curtain materials, blinds, or shades used for indoor residential or commercial purposes.
- It is explicitly stated that “Department” refers to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP).
- It is emphasized that manufacturers or retailers are prohibited from selling, offering for sale, distributing, or importing into Massachusetts any regulated product that contains the listed flame retardants or their chemical analogues and has a total content exceeding 1,000 ppm in any component of the product.
- Six specific product categories are exempted.
- The sale or import of any regulated product containing the listed flame retardants or their chemical analogues in the form of engineered nanomaterials is prohibited.
- Manufacturers and retailers are required to maintain relevant records to demonstrate compliance with the flame retardant requirements in the regulations and provide them upon request by MassDEP.
List of chemical flame retardants and chemical analogues:
Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl)phosphate (TDCPP) (CAS # 13674–87–8);
Tris(2-chloroethyl)phosphate (TCEP) (CAS # 115–96–8);
Antimony trioxide (CAS # 1309–64–4);
Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) (CAS # 25637–99–4);
Bis(2-Ethylhexyl)-3,4,5,6- tetrabromophthalate (TBPH) (CAS # 26040–51–7)
2-EthylhexYl-2,3,4,5-tetrabromobenzoate (TBB) (CAS # 183658– 27–7);
Chlorinated paraffins (CAS # 85535–84–8);
Tris (1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TCPP) (CAS # 13674–84–5);
PentaBDE (CAS # 32534-81-9);
OctaBDE (CAS # 32536-52-0); or
Tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA) (CAS # 79-94-7).
2. Rhode Island expands the scope of products subject to restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
On June 10, 2025, the Governor of Rhode Island, USA approved Bill S0241/H5019, amending Sections 23-18.18-3 and 23-18.18-5 of the “Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024”. This amendment adds restriction PFAS in firefighting personal protective equipment and specifies that, beginning January 1, 2027, a manufacturer or other person that sells firefighting personal protective equipment to any person, local government, or state agency shall not manufacture, knowingly sell, offer for sale, distribute for sale or distribute for use in the state any firefighting personal protective equipment containing intentionally-added PFAS.
https://legiscan.com/RI/bill/H5019/2025
https://legiscan.com/RI/text/S0241/2025
3. Vermont amends the Act relating to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products
On June 11, 2025, the Governor of Vermont, USA approved H.238, amending the Act on PFAS in consumer products enacted in 2024. The amendment supplements and revises relevant definitions, introduces new requirements for fluorine treated containers, and stipulates the submission of several reports to the designated legislative committee.
https://legiscan.com/VT/text/H0238/2025
4. ASTM releases a new standard specification for fire safety for candle accessories
On June 5, 2025, the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released a new version standard ASTM F2601-25. This standard prescribes the performance requirements and corresponding test procedures for candle accessories to help ensure a reasonable degree of personal safety during normal use, thereby, reducing incidences of fires, deaths, and injuries.
https://store.astm.org/f2601-25.html
5. The candidate list of SVHC is updated to 250 entries
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. |
https://echa.europa.eu/-/echa-adds-three-hazardous-chemicals-to-the-candidate-list
6. ECHA proposes consultations on one substance to identify substances of very high concern
On June 27, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) initiated a public consultation on one substance identified as a potential Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC), with the consultation period concluding on August 11, 2025. Should the evaluation be completed successfully, the substance will be formally added to the SVHC list. As of the latest update, the SVHC candidate list comprises a total of 250 entries, one substance under identification, four substances under the SVHC intention list, and one substance awaiting a final decision.
This substance and its hazardous properties as below:
| No. | Substance Name | EC No. | CAS No. | Reason for inclusion | Use |
| 1 | 1,1’-(ethane-1,2-diyl)bis[pentabromobenzene] (DBDPE) | 284-366-9 | 84852-53-9 | vPvB (Article 57e) | Adhesives and sealants, coating products, fillers, putties, gypsum, modeling clays, inks and toners, leather treatment products, lubricants and greases, polishes and waxes, polymers, washing and cleaning products, as well as cosmetics and personal care products. |
https://echa.europa.eu/es/substances-of-very-high-concern-identification
7. CEN issues updated standard EN 71-2:2020+A1:2025 for flammability of Toys. Conflicting national standards are to be withdrawn by June 2026
On June 11, 2025, the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) issued the updated 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.
8.The European Union proposal to list bis(2-ethylhexyl) tetrabromophthalate (TBPH) to the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants
On June 18, 2025, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) proposed to list bis(2-ethylhexyl) tetrabromophthalate (TBPH) covering any of the individual isomers and/or combinations thereof in Annex A of the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants. The consultation will start on 18 June 2025 and ends on 13 August 2025. TBPH is a brominated aromatic substance primarily used as a nonreactive flame-retardant additive. Uses of TBPH include flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) used in wires and cable insultation, rigid polyurethane (PUR) in construction sector and flexible PUR in upholstery applications.
https://echa.europa.eu/proposals-for-new-pop-s
9. The European Union amends POPs regulation to lower the limit for perfluroctane sulfonic acid (PFOS)
On June 27, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union published Regulation (EU) 2025/718, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 on POPs, and revising the restrictions on perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) in Annex I of the POPs Regulation. The main revisions include:
- The name change from perfluroctane sulfonic acid and its derivatives to perfluroctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), its salts and PFOS-related compounds.
- The concentration of PFOS or any of its salts equal to or below 0,025 mg/kg (0,0000025 % by weight)
- Where it is present in substances, mixtures or in articles, the concentration of all PFOS-related compounds equal to or below 1 mg/kg (0, 0001 % by weight) where they are present in substances, mixtures or articles.
- Remove certain specific exemptions.
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg_del/2025/718/oj/eng
10. The European Union issues Regulation (EU) 2025/1090: New restrictions on N, N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC) and N-ethylpyrrolidone (NEP)
On June 3, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union published Regulation (EU) 2025/1090, which amends Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation to include entry 80 and entry 81 regarding restrictions on N, N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC) and N-ethylpyrrolidone (NEP). This regulation shall automatically become applicable in all Member States twenty days after its publication, possessing universal binding force and direct effect across the European Union. The detailed provisions are as follows:
| N,N-dimethylacetamide CAS No 127-19-5 EC No 204-826-4 | 1.Shall not be placed on the market as a substance on its own, as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,3 % after 23 December 2026 unless manufacturers, importers and downstream users have included in the relevant chemical safety reports and safety data sheets, derived no-effect levels (DNELs) relating to exposure of workers of 13 mg/m3 for long-term exposure by inhalation and 1,8 mg/kg bw/day for long-term dermal exposure. 2. Shall not be manufactured, or used, as a substance on its own, as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,3 % after 23 December 2026 unless manufacturers and downstream users take the appropriate risk management measures and provide the appropriate operational conditions to ensure that exposure of workers is below the DNELs specified in paragraph 1. 3. By way of derogation from paragraphs 1 and 2, the obligations laid down therein shall apply from 23 June 2029 in relation to placing on the market for use, or use, as a solvent in the production of man-made fibres. |
| 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one CAS No 2687-91-4 EC No 220-250-6 | 1.Shall not be placed on the market as a substance on its own, as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,3 % after 23 December 2026 unless manufacturers, importers and downstream users have included in the relevant chemical safety reports and safety data sheets, derived no-effect levels (DNELs) relating to exposure of workers of 4,0 mg/m3 for long-term exposure by inhalation and 2,4 mg/kg bw/day for long-term dermal exposure. 2. Shall not be manufactured, or used, as a substance on its own, as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,3 % after 23 December 2026 unless manufacturers and downstream users take the appropriate risk management measures and provide the appropriate operational conditions to ensure that exposure of workers is below the DNELs specified in paragraph 1.’ |
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2025/1090/oj/eng
11. The final draft text of the EU Toy Safety Regulation (TSR) has been approved by the Council of the European Union
On 28 July 2023, the European Commission adopted a proposal to revise EU toy safety legislation, by introducing a new regulation and repealing Directive 2009/48/EC. On February 7, 2025, the EU issued a notice numbered C/2025/1032 regarding draft Toy Safety Regulation (TSR). This notice aims to improve the functioning of the internal market while providing for a high level of consumer protection and a high level of protection of health and safety of children and other persons by establishing a new Toy Safety Regulation. On June 11, 2025, the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) of the European Union approved the final draft of the regulation text, which will become the new EU Toy Safety Regulation (TSR). This text is the final compromise reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on the proposal for a toy safety regulation, and will eventually replace the current Toy Safety Directive (TSD) 2009/48/EC.
https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-10091-2025-INIT/en/pdf
12. The European Union updates the microplastics requirements in Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation
On June 6, 2025, the Official Journal of the European Union published Corrigendum 2025/90479, which amends the restrictions on synthetic polymer microparticles (also referred to as microplastics) set forth in Entry 78 of Annex XVII to the REACH Regulation. The amendment removes several instances of the phrase “as substances” from the original text and corrects grammatical errors.
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32023R2055R%2801%29&qid=1751894281880
13. ISO publishes the new safety standard for activity toys ISO 8124-4:2025
On June 6, 2025, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published ISO 8124-4:2025
“Safety of toys Part 4: Activity toys for domestic use”. This document specifies requirements and test methods for activity toys for indoor and outdoor domestic family use intended for children under 14 years to play on or in. Products covered by this document include swings, slides, see-saws, carousels, rocking toys, climbing frames, toddler swing seats and other products often intended to bear the mass of one or more children.
https://www.iso.org/standard/79699.html
14. Denmark issues Regulation BEK nr 464: Prohibition of total fluorine in clothing, footwear and
impregnation agents
On May 2, 2025, Denmark issued Regulation BEK nr 464″ Executive Order on the Prohibition of the Import and Sale to Consumers of Clothing, Footwear and Certain Impregnation Agents Containing PFAS “.
Under this executive order, the import or sale of the following will be prohibited:
- Clothing or footwear for personal or other people’s private use, where at least one article included in the clothing or footwear contains a total fluorine content of 50 mg/kg or more.
- Waterproofing agents for clothing or footwear for private use containing a total fluorine content of 50 mg/kg or more.
If the total fluorine content is derived from non-PFAS substances, it is not subject to the restrictions of this executive order. The Danish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may request relevant stakeholders to provide corresponding proof documents.
The prohibition shall not apply to:
- Recycling of clothing or footwear.
- Recycling of clothing or footwear.
- Personal protective equipment intended to protect the user from risks as specified in Regulation (EU) 2016/425, Annex I, risk category III (a) or (c).
- Personal protective equipment whose content of PFAS constitutes a safety function for the consumer.
- Impregnation agents intended for the re-impregnation of personal protective equipment mentioned
- Medical devices.
- Transit cargo.
The executive order will come into effect on July 1, 2025, and will be accompanied by a one-year transition period. Relevant enterprises must cease the import and sale of all clothing and footwear products containing PFAS substances by July 1, 2026 at the latest. For inventory products that existed before the executive order took effect, Denmark stipulates that they can be sold until July 1, 2027 at the latest.
https://www.retsinformation.dk/eli/lta/2025/46
15. Q&A on Japan’s Update of Positive List System for Food Contact Materials
In late 2023, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) released the updated positive list system for food utensils, containers, and packaging materials. The updated list and related requirements officially came into effect on June 1, 2025. In May 2025, the Consumer Affairs Agency of Japan updated the frequently asked questions and answers (Q&A) about the positive list system.
https://www.caa.go.jp/policies/policy/standards_evaluation/appliance/positive_list_new
16. Two new mandatory national standards for footwear will come into effect on June 1, 2025
On May 13, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China released a draft of the mandatory national standard “Technical requirements for safety of children’s watches” for public comment. The deadline for comments is June 12, 2025. The new standards cover multiple key areas, including appearance safety, flame retardancy, waterproof performance, chemical performance, network security, internet addiction prevention and control, payment control, watch loss reporting, electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic compatibility, sound requirements, battery safety, safe charging, surface contact temperature, address book exchange, and biometric recognition.
https://std.samr.gov.cn/gb/search/gbqSuggestionDetail?id=73B28433283D2FB86BC692CA0EE402FA
17. Two new mandatory national standards on the limits of harmful substances in coatings have been officially released
On May 30, 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation and the National Standardization Administration jointly issued National Standard Announcement No. 12 of 2025, which involves two mandatory national standards on the limit of harmful substances in coatings – GB 30981.1-2025 and GB 30981.2-2025. These two standards will integrate and replace the original standard GB 30981, and will be officially implemented from June 1, 2026.
https://std.sacinfo.org.cn/gnoc/queryInfo?id=39A75484A063B40FD53B83A5108013D9
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 |
| Adjustable Dumbbells |  | US | The weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing an impact hazard. |
| Infant Swings |  | US | The swings pose a deadly suffocation risk because they were marketed for infant sleep and they have an incline angle greater than 10 degrees, in violation of the CPSC’s Infant Sleep Products Standard and Safe Sleep for Babies Act. The swings also fail to meet mandatory warning requirements under the swing standard. In addition, the remote control for the swing contains a lithium coin battery and the products are missing the required warnings and instructions for consumer products containing button cell and coin batteries under Reese’s Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death. |
| Hobby Toy Hammer Ball sets |  | US | The toy sets contain small balls that violate regulations for toys intended for children under three years of age because they are a choking hazard and can cause serious injury or death. |
| Portable Bassinets |  | US | The recalled portable bassinets violate the federal safety standard for Infant Sleep Products because the sides are too low to contain the infant and the portable bassinets do not have a stand, posing a fall hazard. These violations create an unsafe sleeping environment for infants. |
| Portable Hook-On Chairs |  | The recalled portable hook-on chair poses a deadly fall hazard because the crotch restraint can be removed without the use of a tool and infants can fall through an opening, which is a violation of the federal standard for portable hook-on chair. | |
| Power interfaces for LED tape lights |  | US | The power interface can fail during a significant power surge (e.g., lightning strike), posing a shock hazard to consumers if they touch the LED tape lights. |
| Baby High Chairs |  | US Canada | The recalled high chairs pose a deadly entrapment hazard because the opening between the seat and tray is large enough that a child can become entrapped in it. In addition, the child restraint system can fail, posing a fall hazard. These are violations of the federal standards for high chairs. |
| Battery-Powered Chainsaws |  | US | The motor controller of the recalled chainsaw can overheat during operation of the unit, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Power banks |  | US | The lithium-ion battery in the power bank can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| 12-Drawer White 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 federal standard as required by the STURDY Act. |
| 4 Liter/6 Can Minifridges |  | US | The recalled minifridges’ electrical switch can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards. |
| Baby Loungers |  | US | The recalled portable baby loungers violate the federal safety standards for Infant Sleep Products because the sides are shorter than the minimum side height limit to secure the infant; the sleeping pad’s thickness exceeds the maximum limit, posing a suffocation hazard; and an infant could fall out of an enclosed opening at the foot of the lounger or become entrapped. The portable loungers do not have a stand, posing a fall hazard. These violations create an unsafe sleeping environment for infants, posing a risk of serious injury or death. |
| Electric Blankets |  | US | The recalled blankets can overheat and ignite, posing burn and fire hazards. |
| Camping cots and camping suspension stretchers |  | US | The backrest fold mechanism can pinch consumers’ fingers, posing laceration and amputation hazards. |
| Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack |  | US | The recalled battery packs can short-circuit and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
| Swivel Port equine bits |  | US | The bit can break during use, posing a fall hazard to a rider. |
| LED Fireplace Lanterns |  | US | The recalled lanterns violate the mandatory federal standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because the lithium coin battery in the remote control can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. In addition, the recalled products do not have the warning labels 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. |
| Baby Walkers |  | US | The recalled baby walkers violate the federal safety standard for infant walkers because they can fit through a standard doorway and fail to stop at the edge of a step as required, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to a fall hazard. In addition, the baby walkers’ brake pads contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban that are prohibited in children’s products by the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. |
| Single Post Handrails |  | US | The handrails’ welding can break while a consumer is holding onto the handrail when stepping down a flight of stairs, posing an injury hazard. |
| Radio-controlled toy car SR/02041/25 |  | 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. |
| Toothbrush learning set SR/02038/25 |  | Austria | The toy has small parts (tooth crowns). 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 the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Plastic doll SR/02053/25 |  | Czechia | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 20.71% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Kazoo toy SR/02074/25 |  | France | Small parts can detach easily (kazoo blue disc). A small child may put them in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor the European standard EN 71-1 |
| Soft toy SR/02060/25 |  | France | The toy’s plastic button can easily detach. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. 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 Toy Safety Directive or with those of European standard EN 71-1. |
| Toy scooter OR/00087/25 |  | Poland | The diameter of the front wheels of the scooter is too small, which can lead the scooter’s wheel to become stuck on an uneven surface and the child falling, suffering injurie. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive or with those of European standard EN 71-1. |
| Crib toySR/02089/25 |  | Poland | Small parts (metal bell and its elements) may easily detach from the toy. Moreover, the fibrous stuffing material is accessible due to weakness of certain seams. A child may put small parts or the stuffing material into the mouth and chok. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Plastic doll set SR/02079/25 |  | Poland | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 27.7% by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Toy rattle SR/02102/25 |  | Poland | The toy has a small part (plastic ball with attached cord) that can easily detach. 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. |
| Plush toy OR/00095/25 |  | Latvia | 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. |
| Magnetic toy SR/02134/25 |  | Poland | The toy contains small magnets with a high magnetic flux (measured value more than 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. |
| Toy slime SR/02234/25 |  | Malta | The toy has small parts (the beads and figurines) which may easily detach. 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 the European standard EN 71-3. |
| Acrylic gemstone toy set SR/02215/25 |  | Malta | The toy contains small parts. 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 the European standard EN 71-1. |
| Sticky hand toy SR/02214/25 |  | Malta | The toy can easily generate small parts. A child may put them 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. |
| Fidget rings SR/02208/25 |  | Malta | The ring is very small. A 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. |
| Wooden toy SR/02223/25 |  | France | Small parts (Velcro fastenings on the corn cob) may easily detach from the toy. A child may put them into 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 furniture set SR/02284/25 |  | Germany | The toy set contains 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 excavator SR/02321/25 |  | France | The toy has an accessible sharp tip, caused by screw tips at the level of the scraper at the front, which poses a risk of injury to the child. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. |
| Plastic brick toy set SR/02324/25 |  | Latvia | This product consists of small parts and lacks required labelling. Therefore the user is not adequately informed about the risks involved in using the product. A child may put the small parts 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. |
| Balloons SR/02339/25 |  | Ireland | The rubber of the balloons releases an excessive amount of nitrosatable substances (measured total value: 2.63 mg/kg), which generate nitrosamines among which it was found N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) and N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). Nitrosamines may cause cancer through ingestion or dermal exposure. A child could be exposed to them when touching or putting the product in the mouth. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-12. |
| Toy pillow SR/02333/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The pillow, pillowcase and detachable moon toy include fabric loops sewn into the side of one of the seams. These loops are large enough for a small child to have a finger entrapped in it. 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 Toy Safety Directive nor with the European Standard EN 71-1. |
| Soft toy SR/02318/25 |  | Croatia | The fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of the seams on the back. 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. |
| Watch SR/02082/25 |  | Germany | The rate of nickel release is too high (measured values up to 2.44 µg/cm²/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Watch SR/02081/25 |  | The Netherlands | The rate of nickel release is too high (measured value up to 2.44 µg/cm2/week). Nickel is a strong sensitiser and causes allergic reactions if present in articles that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Jewellery set SR/02368/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product has an excessive concentration of cadmium (measured value: 31.2% by weight). Cadmium is harmful to human health because it accumulates in the body, can damage the kidneys and bones and it may cause cancer. This product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Inflatable swim seat SR/02109/25 |  | Austria | The product may resemble a toy; however, there is a risk of drowning if children play with it unsupervised. Floating seats with leg openings must be used under constant adult supervision and must not have any play elements or overwater structures. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulation nor the European standard EN 13138. |
| Inflatable swim seat SR/02211/25 |  | Germany | The handholds of the swim seat have an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured values up to 20.3% and 0.8% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation |
| Badminton set SR/02225/25 |  | The black plastic material of the handgrip contains an excessive concentration of lead and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured values: 0.10% and 18% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH regulation. | |
| Plastic sandals SR/02157/25 |  | Finland | The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of lead and cadmium (measured values up to 0.46% and 0.015% by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH regulation. |
| Children’s sandals SR/02158/25 |  | Finland | The plastic material of the sandals contains an excessive amount of dibutyl phthalate (DBP) and lead (measured values: 40% 0,078 % by weight). The product does not comply with the REACH regulation. |
| Children’s coat SR/02216/25 |  | France | The product has small parts (buttons) that can be easily detached. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with European Standard EN 71-1. |
| Leather belt SR/02226/25 |  | Finland | The rate of nickel release is too high (measured value up to 5.42 μg/cm²/week). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| Children’s cap SR/02307/25 |  | Ireland | A button can easily detach from the product, creating a small part. A small child may put it in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 17394-3. |
| Children’s bicycle SR/02100/25 |  | Iceland | The brake blocks of the bicycle contain asbestos fibres. Asbestos causes cancer. Moreover, the handlebar is too wide, not resistant enough and can misalign from the fork too easily, leading to a loss of the bicycle’s control and increasing the risk of a fall and injuries to the rider. Additionally, the bicycle lacks all required reflectors – including front, rear, side, and pedal reflectors – which are crucial for visibility in low-light conditions. This increases the risk of an accident and injuries for the rider. The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation nor with the European standard EN 8098. |
| Stroller with Car Seat SR/02231/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product is not supplied with relevant safety warnings. Without these warnings, the child can be placed in the stroller to sleep in an upright position. This can cause the child’s head to drop down, restricting the necessary airflow to their lungs and leading to asphyxiation. This product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation. |
| Pencil case SR/02345/25 |  | Finland | The black material of the pencil case contains an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (measured values: 5.6 % by weight and 0.52 % by weight, respectively). The product does not comply with the REACH Regulation. |
| USB charger SR/02062/25 |  | Hungary | The product has inadequate insulation. 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 60335-1. |
| Anti-insect lamp SR/02050/25 |  | France | The product has insufficient insulation, the live parts of the grill are accessible and excessive electric current is still present after the product is turned off. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock. In addition, the mobile parts of the ventilator are accessible and could injure the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and 60335-2 |
| Welding machine SR/02142/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The lack of clear labels in the national language (English) indicating how to use the buttons could lead to the product being misused by the user. The user may accidentally turn the product on and burn themselves as a result. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Electric cooker SR/02191/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The plug pins are incorrectly sized and the earthing protection is inadequate, leaving live parts accessible. The user could touch the accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Sensor light SR/02194/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The plug pins are incorrectly sized and do not fit in the plastic casing. The user could consequently touch live parts and receive an electric shock. Moreover, this issue can cause the pins to wear down unevenly over time or become damaged during use. Damaged or worn pins can overheat and catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Charger SR/02190/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The plug pins are incorrectly sized and cannot be safely plugged into the socket. A user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Battery charger SR/02232/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The mains supply cord has excessive resistance. If the product is placed on charge, it can overheat over time and catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Extension lead SR/02283/25 |  | Germany | The clearance and creepage distances between the primary and secondary circuits are inadequate. The design requirements relating to earthing connections are not met, since only a solder joint has been fitted. Consequently, the user can receive an electric shock from touching accessible live parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 62368-1. |
| Hair straightener SR/02228/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The product contains insulation wiring which is in contact with unearthed, accessible metal parts. Moreover, the fuse is below the minimum specified length and is incorrectly rated. Under fault conditions, it may not provide the required protection and the appliance could short-circuit, creating a risk of electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive |
| Electronic hot plate SR/02370/25 |  | United Kingdom in respect of Northern Ireland | The fuse within the plug has insufficient granular filler. The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding, creating a risk of burns and fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. |
| Headphones SR/02332/25 |  | Sweden | The plastic material of the product has an excessive concentration of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured values: up to 0.22% and 1.6% by weight, respectively). The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of cadmium. (measured value 0.4% by weight). The product does not comply with the requirements RoHS Directive nor with POPs Regulation. |
Academic authority × corporate leader × technology experts gathered in Hong Kong to witness the historic cooperation of aging technology!
“CMA+” under CMA Testing, and “Haier Healthcare” which is a brand under the mainland home appliance giant “Haier”, jointly collaborated to promote the development of the aging technology industry chain and pave the way for future silver products to enter the international market!
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Greenwalls founder Brian started his career in civil engineering. For more than 20 years, he has been committed to implementing environmental protection concepts with innovative technology and launching diversified sustainable solutions, including vertical and rooftop greening, air purification, fire-resistant nano-coatings, bio-health and agricultural products, and solar smart systems.
To ensure that the products meet environmental protection and sustainable development standards, CMA Testing conducts a series of ESG-related tests and assessments for Greenwalls. Through the professional technical support of CMA Testing, Greenwalls’ products can meet the market’s requirements for green, nano, biological and solar technology, and enhance product reputation and market competitiveness.
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From June 26-29, CMA Testing and the CMA+ reunited with friends old and new at the Xintiandi Hong Kong Market – and the venue was buzzing with excitement! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who dropped by! We hope our limited-edition mystery gifts, along with expert insights on product upgrades/innovation, go global, and ESG services real value to you.
We also extend our sincere gratitude to our event partners:
Full of Hope – Leading brand in eco-friendly home products
Haier Care – Intelligent elderly-friendly products + home adaptation solutions
Cizzle – Masterfully crafted premium kitchenware
Looking ahead, we’ll continue to launch exciting events and industry solutions. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
