Menstrual Products

Minnesota House Introduces HF 4516 On Menstrual Product Ingredient Disclosure

Minnesota has introduced legislation (HF 4516) requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added synthetic ingredients on the outer packaging of menstrual products. This move signals increasing state-level pressure for ingredient transparency in personal care and hygiene products, necessitating a review of supply chain data and packaging design for compliance.

26 Mar 2026, 19:06revisor.mn.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

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

Minnesota has introduced legislation (HF 4516) requiring manufacturers to disclose intentionally added synthetic ingredients on the outer packaging of menstrual products. If passed, this will necessitate immediate supply chain transparency and packaging redesigns to meet specific state-level labeling mandates for absorbent hygiene products.

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

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

Minnesota has introduced S.F. 4601, 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, becoming the first Canadian province to implement such requirements. Employers must update facility management and procurement protocols to ensure compliance with new hygiene provision standards ahead of enforcement inspections.

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

Virginia Legislature Passes HB998 on Menstrual Product Ingredient Labeling

Virginia has passed HB998, requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added ingredients on menstrual product packaging and websites starting 1 January 2027. Companies must prepare for mandatory labeling redesigns and ingredient inventory audits, as non-compliance will be enforced under the state's Consumer Protection Act.

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 menstrual product safety against trace chemical findings, emphasizing exposure-based risk assessment over total substance content. Manufacturers should prioritize harmonized testing standards (CEN CWA 18062) and industry stewardship to ensure compliance with the EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR).

24 Feb 2026, 20:02edana.orgEuropean Union

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

Maryland has introduced HB1357, requiring manufacturers to disclose all intentionally added ingredients on menstrual hygiene product packaging by October 2026. This proposal signals increasing state-level pressure for chemical transparency, necessitating supply chain audits to ensure accurate disclosure and avoid deceptive trade practice penalties.

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

India BIS Issues Wide Circulation Draft Standard for Disposable Tampons

India's Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has proposed a new quality and safety standard for disposable tampons, introducing strict material restrictions and chemical limits. Manufacturers should prepare for mandatory hygiene, performance, and labeling requirements, including specific warnings for Toxic Shock Syndrome and restrictions on synthetic fibers.

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

West Virginia Bill HB5120 Proposes Menstrual Product Ingredient Labelling

West Virginia has introduced legislation requiring comprehensive ingredient disclosure on all menstrual product packaging, potentially effective within 18 months of passage. This move aligns with a growing state-level trend toward chemical transparency in personal care, necessitating supply chain audits and packaging redesigns to ensure compliance and mitigate financial 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 and mandate comprehensive ingredient labeling and third-party testing. This proposal signals a shift toward stricter market access requirements for personal care items, necessitating proactive 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 HB 442 proposes mandatory ingredient and chemical disclosure labeling for menstrual products, targeting PFAS and heavy metals by January 2027. Manufacturers must prepare for increased supply chain transparency and packaging redesigns to comply with state-specific 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 Bill A797 to phase out intentionally added PFAS across a wide range of consumer goods, including apparel, cosmetics, and cookware, starting as early as one year post-enactment. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory "Made with PFAS" labeling and eventual market bans, signaling a significant shift toward PFAS-free supply chains in the New Jersey market.

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

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

New Jersey Bill A3125 proposes a ban on menstrual products containing regulated PFAS, with compliance required 25 months after enactment. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory state-approved testing protocols and significant liability risks under consumer protection laws as New Jersey expands its PFAS regulatory framework.

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 method for trace chemicals in absorbent hygiene products using consumer-relevant fluid simulants. This standardizes exposure-based risk assessments, providing a technical benchmark for manufacturers to validate product safety and manage chemical transparency risks.

30 Jan 2026, 12:19edana.orgEuropean Union

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

Pennsylvania HB 2145 proposes a ban on intentionally added PFAS in cosmetics, dental floss, juvenile products, and menstrual products effective January 2028. Impacted firms must prepare for mandatory supply chain notifications by July 2027 and establish compliance certification protocols to avoid penalties under state consumer protection laws.

17 Jan 2026, 18:16palegis.usUnited States

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

Virginia HB998 proposes mandatory ingredient labeling and a ban on intentionally added hazardous substances, including PFAS and phthalates, in menstrual products. Manufacturers face significant supply chain transparency and reformulation risks as the state moves toward "lowest feasible" trace-level thresholds for restricted chemicals.

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

New Jersey Senate Bill S2266 Proposes Ban On Regulated PFAS In Menstrual Products

New Jersey has introduced legislation to ban intentionally added and trace-level PFAS in all disposable and reusable menstrual products. Manufacturers face mandatory periodic testing and significant civil penalties under consumer fraud laws, necessitating immediate supply chain audits for fluorine content.

14 Jan 2026, 09:15pub.njleg.govUnited States

California Adopts PFAS Ban And Chemical Disclosure Rules For Menstrual Products (AB 2515, SB 754)

California has enacted a ban on intentionally added PFAS and a mandatory chemical disclosure framework for menstrual products, with testing thresholds due by 2027. This mandates a shift toward total supply chain transparency and proactive elimination of "concerning chemicals" to mitigate regulatory and reputational risks in the personal care sector.

11 Jan 2026, 18:39leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

New York Assembly Bill A9503 Proposes Ban On Intentionally Added Hazardous Substances In Menstrual Products

New York Assembly Bill A9503 proposes a total ban on intentionally added hazardous substances, including PFAS, phthalates, and lead, in menstrual products. This shift from threshold-based limits to a zero-tolerance "intentionally added" standard requires manufacturers to eliminate these substances from formulations and supply chains entirely.

11 Jan 2026, 05:52assembly.state.ny.usUnited States