Menstrual Products

EU Parliament Questions Commission on Lead in Tampons and Hygiene Product Safety

On 7 May 2026, an MEP submitted a written question urging the European Commission to respond to findings of lead contamination in tampons and to explain whether EU rules such as REACH sufficiently protect consumers from this risk. The intervention signals rising political pressure that could lead to closer scrutiny, risk assessments, or future regulatory tightening on lead and other harmful substances in intimate hygiene products, with implications for manufacturers and brands operating in the EU.

20 May 2026, 07:09europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

Maryland Enacts Ingredient-Labelling Requirement for Menstrual Hygiene Products (HB1357)

Maryland has enacted HB1357 (Chapter 241), making menstrual hygiene product ingredient-labelling violations an unfair or deceptive trade practice and requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added ingredients on consumer-facing packaging from 1 April 2028. Manufacturers selling menstrual products in Maryland will need to map formulations, update labels and packaging workflows, and coordinate with consumer protection and legal teams ahead of the 2028 disclosure deadline and the Act’s earlier 1 October 2026 effective date.

3 May 2026, 11:56mgaleg.maryland.govUnited States

Maryland Legislature Passes Bill Requiring Ingredient Lists on Menstrual Hygiene Product Packaging

In April 2026 the Maryland General Assembly passed HB1357, an enrolled bill that, if signed by the Governor, will require ingredient lists on consumer-facing packaging for menstrual hygiene products sold in the state starting April 2028, with the act itself scheduled to take effect in October 2026. Manufacturers of menstrual pads, tampons, cups, and similar products should treat this as an imminent transparency rule and plan formulation data gathering, confidential ingredient treatment, and Maryland-specific packaging changes ahead of the effective date and subsequent enforcement under the state’s consumer protection regime.

16 Apr 2026, 10:23mgaleg.maryland.govUnited States

Minnesota House Introduces HF 4516 On Menstrual Product Ingredient Disclosure

Minnesota has introduced legislation requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added synthetic ingredients on the outer packaging of menstrual products. This proposal reflects a growing trend toward mandatory ingredient transparency in personal care, requiring companies to audit supply chain data and prepare for significant packaging redesigns.

26 Mar 2026, 19:06revisor.mn.govUnited States

Wisconsin SB1138 Proposes Phased Ban on Products With Intentionally Added PFAS

Wisconsin has proposed a phased ban on products containing intentionally added PFAS, targeting specific consumer categories by 2032 and all non-essential uses by 2038. Manufacturers face mandatory reporting requirements by 2032 and must begin identifying unavoidable uses to secure exemptions and ensure long-term market access.

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

Minnesota Legislature Proposes Ingredient Disclosure Requirements for Menstrual Products (HF 4516)

Minnesota is proposing mandatory disclosure of intentionally added synthetic ingredients on the outer packaging of menstrual products. This move signals a shift toward increased transparency in the hygiene sector requiring companies to audit supply chains and prepare for state-specific labeling compliance.

26 Mar 2026, 12:28revisor.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota Legislature Proposes Ingredient Disclosure Requirements for Menstrual Products (S.F. 4601)

Minnesota has introduced legislation requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added synthetic ingredients on menstrual product packaging. This proposal signals a shift toward mandatory ingredient transparency for personal care items, necessitating supply chain audits and labeling redesigns for market access.

19 Mar 2026, 19:25revisor.mn.govUnited States

Manitoba Amends Workplace Safety Regulation To Require Free Menstrual Products In Workplaces

Manitoba will mandate free menstrual products in all provincial workplaces starting August 2026, marking a first-of-its-kind provincial hygiene requirement in Canada. Impacted businesses must integrate these provision standards into facility management and procurement strategies to align with upcoming workplace safety enforcement.

12 Mar 2026, 12:39news.gov.mb.caCanada

Virginia Legislature Passes HB998 on Menstrual Product Ingredient Labeling

Virginia has passed legislation requiring comprehensive ingredient disclosure on menstrual product packaging and websites effective January 1, 2027. Manufacturers must initiate ingredient audits and packaging redesigns to comply with new transparency standards enforced under state consumer protection laws.

10 Mar 2026, 14:08lis.blob.core.windows.netUnited States

EDANA Issues Position on South African Study of Chemicals in Menstrual Products

EDANA has issued a position statement defending the safety of menstrual products against trace chemical findings, advocating for exposure-based risk assessment over total substance detection. Manufacturers should align with harmonized testing standards and industry stewardship programs to mitigate reputational risk and ensure compliance with the EU General Product Safety Regulation.

24 Feb 2026, 20:02edana.orgEuropean Union

Maryland Proposes Ingredient Labelling Requirements for Menstrual Hygiene Products (HB1357)

Maryland is proposing mandatory ingredient disclosure on packaging for all menstrual hygiene products sold in the state starting October 2026. This expansion of state-level transparency requirements necessitates immediate supply chain audits to ensure accurate chemical reporting and avoid significant deceptive trade practice penalties.

14 Feb 2026, 14:14mgaleg.maryland.govUnited States

India BIS Issues Wide Circulation Draft Standard for Disposable Tampons

India has introduced a draft quality standard for disposable tampons that establishes new material restrictions, chemical limits, and performance benchmarks for the Indian market. Affected companies must assess product formulations against proposed bans on specific synthetic fibers and prepare for rigorous microbiological testing and mandatory safety labeling.

13 Feb 2026, 12:36standards.bis.gov.inIndia

West Virginia Bill HB5120 Proposes Menstrual Product Ingredient Labelling

West Virginia has introduced legislation requiring mandatory ingredient disclosure on menstrual product packaging, with a proposed 18-month implementation window. This initiative reflects a growing state-level focus on chemical transparency in personal care, necessitating supply chain audits and packaging updates to avoid revenue-based penalties.

6 Feb 2026, 10:05wvlegislature.govUnited States

Georgia Bill Would Restrict Substances In Menstrual Products And Require Ingredient Labelling

Georgia has introduced legislation to restrict hazardous substances in menstrual products while mandating ingredient labeling and independent third-party testing. This proposal indicates a tightening of market access requirements for personal care products, necessitating enhanced supply chain transparency and rigorous chemical compliance auditing.

4 Feb 2026, 14:18legiscan.comUnited States

Utah Legislature Proposes Feminine Hygiene Products Amendments (HB 442, 2026 Session)

Utah is proposing mandatory disclosure of PFAS, heavy metals, and all intentionally added ingredients on menstrual product packaging starting January 2027. Manufacturers must enhance supply chain transparency and prepare for packaging redesigns to comply with new state-level consumer protection and chemical disclosure standards.

1 Feb 2026, 12:31le.utah.govUnited States

New Jersey Bill A797 Introduced To Restrict PFAS In Consumer Products, Cookware And Firefighting Foam

New Jersey has introduced legislation to phase out intentionally added PFAS in consumer goods and firefighting foam with restrictions starting as early as one year after enactment. Businesses face mandatory labeling requirements and eventual market bans that will necessitate rigorous supply chain verification and product reformulations to ensure continued compliance.

30 Jan 2026, 18:51pub.njleg.govUnited States

New Jersey Assembly Introduces Bill A3125 To Limit PFAS In Menstrual Products

New Jersey is proposing a ban on menstrual products containing regulated PFAS with a compliance window starting two years after enactment. Manufacturers face increased costs for state-mandated testing and significant legal exposure under consumer fraud statutes as New Jersey expands its PFAS regulatory scope.

30 Jan 2026, 14:10pub.njleg.govUnited States

CEN CWA 18062 Defines Consumer-Relevant Method For Assessing Trace Chemicals In Absorbent Hygiene Products

CEN has published CWA 18062, establishing a harmonized testing standard for trace chemicals in absorbent hygiene products using consumer-relevant fluid simulants. This provides a technical benchmark for exposure-based risk assessments, allowing manufacturers to better validate product safety and manage chemical transparency expectations.

30 Jan 2026, 12:19edana.orgEuropean Union

Pennsylvania Bill HB2145 Proposes Ban On Intentionally Added PFAS In Certain Consumer Products

Pennsylvania has introduced legislation to ban intentionally added PFAS in cosmetics, dental floss, and juvenile products starting in 2028. Companies should prepare for mandatory supply chain notifications by mid-2027 and establish compliance certification protocols to mitigate consumer protection enforcement risks.

17 Jan 2026, 18:16palegis.usUnited States

Virginia HB998 Proposes Ingredient Labelling And Hazardous Substance Limits For Menstrual Supplies

Virginia is proposing mandatory ingredient labeling and a ban on intentionally added hazardous substances like PFAS and phthalates in menstrual products. This move signals a shift toward stricter trace-level thresholds and requires manufacturers to enhance supply chain transparency and prepare for potential product reformulations.

16 Jan 2026, 14:16lis.virginia.govUnited States