Juvenile Products

UNECE GRSP Proposes Amendments to UN Regulation No. 129 on Rebound Head Contact in Child Restraint Tests

UNECE’s Working Party on Passive Safety (GRSP) has issued working document **ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRSP/2026/2**, a CLEPA-submitted proposal for new supplements to UN Regulation No. 129 (Enhanced child restraint systems) that would exclude rebound head contact with rigid test-bench structures from the head acceleration criterion for all child restraint systems (CRS).[^1^](https://docs.un.org/en/ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRSP/2026/2) The change is intended to harmonise treatment of rebound movement across CRS categories and laboratories, improve reproducibility of test results, and align child dummy assessments with the approach used for adult dummies in UN Regulations Nos. 94 and 137, but remains at proposal stage with discussion scheduled for GRSP’s seventy-ninth session in Geneva on 1–5 June 2026.[^1^](https://docs.un.org/en/ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRSP/2026/2)

Japan Cabinet Approves Ordinance Adding Infant Bed Guards and Baby Carriages to Consumer Product Safety Act Enforcement Order

Japan has officially designated infant bed guards and baby carriages as "specified products" under the Consumer Product Safety Act, effective July 8, 2026. Manufacturers and importers must ensure compliance with new technical standards and PSC marking requirements to maintain market access for these juvenile products.

6 Apr 2026, 18:54meti.go.jpJapan

California AB 1901: Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure Bill Set for Assembly Appropriations Hearing

California’s AB 1901, mandating full ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers, has advanced to the Assembly Appropriations Committee with proposed compliance starting in 2028. Manufacturers must prepare for rigorous supply chain transparency and labeling updates as California extends right-to-know requirements to the absorbent hygiene sector.

5 Apr 2026, 06:06leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

US CPSC Updates Gates and Enclosures Safety Standard to ASTM F1004-25

US CPSC is mandating the updated ASTM F1004-25 safety standard for expansion gates and enclosures, effective July 19, 2026. Manufacturers must redesign products to eliminate pet-entry features and update third-party certifications to ensure continued compliance and market access.

5 Apr 2026, 05:19govinfo.govUnited States

China NMPA Consults on Draft National Standards for Cosmetic Labelling and Toothpaste Safety

China’s NMPA has launched consultations on mandatory national standards for cosmetic labelling (GB 5296.3) and the first-ever comprehensive safety framework for toothpaste. Companies must prepare for stricter compliance across packaging artwork, ingredient disclosure, and safety assessments, while navigating new opportunities for digital e-labelling.

3 Apr 2026, 19:25nmpa.gov.cnChina

Netherlands CBb Annuls Minister's Disapproval of 'Circus' Inflatable Play Equipment

The Dutch CBb has annulled a ministerial ban on inflatable play equipment, ruling that valid safety certifications cannot be dismissed without robust, verifiable evidence of non-compliance. This judgment reinforces the legal weight of third-party certifications and limits the ability of market surveillance authorities to enforce product bans based on theoretical risk models rather than practical testing.

2 Apr 2026, 09:35uitspraken.rechtspraak.nlNetherlands

US CPSC Direct Final Rule Updates Portable Hook-On Chair Standard To ASTM F1235-25

The US CPSC has updated the mandatory safety standard for portable hook-on chairs to incorporate ASTM F1235-25, effective July 19, 2026. Manufacturers must ensure compliance with new battery-specific performance, testing, and labeling requirements for products with electronic features to maintain market access.

1 Apr 2026, 14:19govinfo.govUnited States

US CPSC Updates Portable Hook-On Chairs Safety Standard to ASTM F1235-25

The US CPSC is mandating the updated ASTM F1235-25 safety standard for portable hook-on chairs, effective July 19, 2026. Manufacturers must update product designs and third-party testing protocols to meet new safety requirements for integrated batteries, compartments, and AC adapters.

31 Mar 2026, 21:29federalregister.govUnited States

CEN Publishes EN 17826:2025 Chemical Hazards Standard for Child Care Articles

CEN has published EN 17826:2025, establishing harmonized chemical safety requirements and test methods for 14 categories of child care articles, with national implementation required by June 2026. Manufacturers must align product testing and compliance strategies with these new benchmarks to ensure continued market access under the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR).

31 Mar 2026, 18:56standards.cencenelec.euEuropean Union

Wales Bans Supply of Plastic Wet Wipes From 18 December 2026

Wales will ban the supply of plastic-containing wet wipes starting 18 December 2026, affecting a wide range of consumer and professional cleaning products. Businesses must prioritize product reformulation and navigate divergent UK-wide compliance deadlines to mitigate enforcement risks and ensure continued market access.

29 Mar 2026, 19:28legislation.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

OPSS Publishes Areas Of Research Interest For UK Product Safety

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has published its strategic research priorities to strengthen the national product safety framework. Businesses should anticipate future regulatory shifts in chemical risk assessment, battery safety, and online marketplace oversight as this evidence base matures.

29 Mar 2026, 17:05gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Slovenian Office for Chemicals Recalls Children’s “Kiki” Softshell Jacket Over PFOA Risk

Slovenian authorities have recalled children's softshell jackets due to the presence of PFOA, a restricted persistent organic pollutant. This enforcement action signals intensified market surveillance on PFAS in consumer goods, necessitating stricter chemical compliance verification for textile supply chains.

28 Mar 2026, 20:35gov.siSlovenia

UK House Of Lords Debate Confirms No Immediate PFAS Ban For Consumer Products

The UK government confirmed in March 2026 that it currently has no plans for a blanket ban on PFAS in consumer products, opting for a phased approach. While immediate bans are off the table, businesses should accelerate supply chain mapping as the UK signals a long-term shift toward stricter transparency and targeted restrictions.

28 Mar 2026, 20:26hansard.parliament.ukUnited Kingdom

IEC Publishes IEC 80601-2-89:2025 Safety Standard For Medical Beds For Children

IEC has published IEC 80601-2-89:2025, establishing the first dedicated international safety and performance standard for pediatric medical beds. Manufacturers must align design and labeling with these specific pediatric entrapment and fall-prevention requirements to ensure global market access and clinical safety compliance.

28 Mar 2026, 15:53webstore.iec.chGlobal

California AB-1901 Advances To Appropriations Committee On Children’s Diaper Ingredient Disclosure

California’s AB 1901, mandating ingredient disclosure for children’s diapers, has advanced in the legislature, targeting online transparency by 2028 and on-pack labeling by 2029. This signals a significant expansion of chemical transparency requirements into the juvenile hygiene sector, requiring manufacturers to audit formulations and update labeling for California market access.

28 Mar 2026, 09:02leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

US Senate Passes S. 1092 (WIPPES Act) on "Do Not Flush" Labelling for Disposable Wipes

The US Senate passed the WIPPES Act, mandating standardized "Do Not Flush" labeling for disposable wipes containing synthetic fibers. This creates a uniform federal compliance standard and FTC enforcement mechanism, streamlining requirements for manufacturers currently facing a patchwork of state laws.

27 Mar 2026, 11:47govinfo.govUnited States

Germany Issues Product Warning for Jungle Expedition Super Stretch Gorilla and Brainboooom Super Stretch Raubtier Toys Over Asbestos Risk

German authorities issued a product recall for specific stretch toys in March 2026 following the detection of asbestos traces in the filling material. This enforcement action underscores the high liability risks associated with material contamination in juvenile products and the necessity for robust quality control throughout the supply chain.

27 Mar 2026, 07:00lebensmittelwarnung.deGermany

New York Senate Passes S3852B on PFAS, PAHs and Lead in Playground Surfacing

New York is advancing legislation to ban PFAS, PAHs, and lead in playground surfacing materials following Senate approval of S3852B. Impacted businesses must prepare for mandatory compliance certifications and potential third-party testing to ensure continued market access for surfacing products.

26 Mar 2026, 19:10nysenate.govUnited States

Wisconsin SB1138 Proposes Phased Ban on Products With Intentionally Added PFAS

Wisconsin has introduced legislation to phase out intentionally added PFAS in consumer products by 2032, with a comprehensive ban on all non-essential uses following in 2038. Companies must initiate supply chain mapping to meet 2032 reporting deadlines and evaluate product portfolios for "unavoidable use" exemptions to maintain market access.

26 Mar 2026, 19:06docs.legis.wisconsin.govUnited States

Wisconsin AB1191/SB1138 PFAS Product Ban Bills Fail to Pass

Wisconsin bills AB1191 and SB1138, proposing a comprehensive ban on intentionally added PFAS in consumer products, failed to pass in March 2026. Although stalled, the proposed 2032-2038 phase-out timelines and broad category coverage provide a clear blueprint for future legislative efforts in the state.

26 Mar 2026, 18:57docs.legis.wisconsin.govUnited States