Product Safety

UK Updates Tumble Dryer Energy-Label Enforcement Easement To Include Repairability Options

In April 2026 the UK updated its ecodesign guidance to expand a temporary enforcement easement, allowing GB suppliers of household tumble dryers to use EU-style rescaled energy labels and product information sheets, including versions with detailed repairability information, without routine enforcement action. Strategically, manufacturers placing tumble dryers on the GB market can now align labels and repairability disclosures across EU/GB during the transition, but should plan for the easement’s expiry 10 months after the forthcoming GB tumble-dryer energy-labelling statutory instrument is made and budget for a second label change.

10 Apr 2026, 16:08gov.ukUnited Kingdom

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)

Indonesia BPOM Issues Regulation No. 5/2026 on Oversight of Medicines Management in Pharmacy Facilities

In March–April 2026, Indonesia’s BPOM adopted Regulation No. 5/2026 establishing binding supervision rules for how medicines and medicinal materials are managed in pharmacy service facilities and certain other facilities. This replaces BPOM Regulation No. 24/2021, so pharmacy operators should update SOPs, training, and records to align with the new oversight framework ahead of inspections.

10 Apr 2026, 15:54jdih.pom.go.idIndonesia

Japan: Cabinet Order No. 117 Adds Infant Bed Guards and Baby Strollers as Specified Products Under the Consumer Product Safety Act

Japan has promulgated **Cabinet Order No. 117**, amending the Enforcement Order of the Consumer Product Safety Act to classify **infant bed guards** and **baby strollers** as regulated specified products and child‑specified products.[^1^](https://www.kanpo.go.jp/20260408/20260408g00083/20260408g000830001f.html#:~:text=%E5%8D%81%E5%9B%9B%E4%B9%B3%E5%B9%BC%E5%85%90%E7%94%A8%E3%83%99%E3%83%83%E3%83%89%E3%82%AC%E3%83%BC%E3%83%89) The order, published in Kanpō Extra No. 83 on **8 April 2026** and entering into force on **8 July 2026**, introduces a **one‑year sell‑through period for unlabeled infant bed guards** and a **two‑year period for unlabeled baby strollers**, after which only products meeting the Act’s specified‑product labelling and safety requirements can be sold or displayed for sale in Japan.[^2^](https://www.kanpo.go.jp/20260408/20260408g00083/20260408g000830001f.html#:~:text=%EF%BC%91%E3%81%93%E3%81%AE%E6%94%BF%E4%BB%A4%E3%81%AF%E3%80%81%E5%85%AC%E5%B8%83%E3%81%AE%E6%97%A5%E3%81%8B%E3%82%89%E8%B5%B7%E7%AE%97%E3%81%97%E3%81%A6%E4%B8%89%E6%9C%88%E3%82%92) Manufacturers and importers of these products should plan testing, labelling and stock‑management changes ahead of the enforcement date and the subsequent sell‑through deadlines.

10 Apr 2026, 15:50kanpo.go.jpJapan

Egypt Notifies Draft Standard on Disposable Body-Cleaning Products and Towels to WTO (G/TBT/N/EGY/573)

Egypt has notified the WTO of a draft standard setting safety and quality requirements for disposable body‑cleansing products and disposable towels, open for public comment until 06 June 2026.[^1^](https://track.pstmrk.it/3s/docs.wto.org%2Fimrd%2Fdirectdoc.asp%3FDDFDocuments%2Ft%2FG%2FTBTN26%2FEGY573.docx/lDt-/XIzEAQ/AQ/13129ee8-aa9f-4558-a7c6-8ea37babac00/42/O1RPxvf0zy) For personal care and disposable hygiene suppliers into Egypt, the draft’s reliance on the EU Cosmetics Regulation, REACH and CLP as reference frameworks signals closer alignment with EU‑style chemical and product‑safety expectations.

10 Apr 2026, 15:44track.pstmrk.itEgypt

Iowa House Amendment H-8327 to HF 2748 Clarifies Hemp Product Definitions and Inhalable Hemp Ban

Iowa House amendment H‑8327 to HF 2748, filed on 07 April 2026, would redefine “consumable hemp product” to exclude inhalable hemp products and newly defined “minimally processed hemp”, while classifying compliant hemp and minimally processed hemp as agricultural commodities and farm crops.[^1^](https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=H8327#:~:text=Sec.%5C_\_\_\_.Section204.2,Minimallyprocessedhempasdefinedinsection204A.2.) If enacted, the change would leave Iowa’s existing criminal ban on inhalable hemp products intact under §204.14A but give hemp growers and processors clearer boundaries between prohibited inhalable products, regulated consumable hemp products, and raw or minimally processed hemp treated as agricultural commodities.[^2^](https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/code/2026/204.14A.pdf)

10 Apr 2026, 15:32legis.iowa.govUnited States

South Korea MFDS Consults on Amendment to Food Labelling Enforcement Rule to Tackle Shrinkflation

MFDS is consulting on amendments to the Enforcement Rule under South Korea’s Act on Labelling and Advertising of Foods, etc. that would significantly toughen sanctions for failing to disclose “shrinkflation” on food packaging, with comments due by 15 May 2026. If adopted, the changes would raise enforcement exposure for food and beverage businesses in Korea, making clear pack‑size change controls and compliant consumer disclosures more critical to avoid product‑specific manufacturing suspensions.

10 Apr 2026, 13:37mfds.go.krSouth Korea

US NHTSA Seeks Comment on Replaceable Light Source Dimensional Information Collection

NHTSA is seeking public comment by 8 June 2026 on reinstating its OMB‑approved information collection (2127‑0563) requiring manufacturers to submit dimensional and performance data for replaceable headlamp light sources under 49 CFR part 564.[^1^](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/08/2026-06736/agency-information-collection-activities-proposals-submissions-and-approvals-replaceable-light#:~:text=NHTSA%20invites%20public%20comments%20about%20our%20intention%20to%20request%20approval%20from%20the%20Office%20of%20Management%20and%20Budget)[^2^](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/08/2026-06736/agency-information-collection-activities-proposals-submissions-and-approvals-replaceable-light#:~:text=Comments%20must%20be%20submitted%20on%20or%20before%20June%208%2C%202026.) For automotive lighting and vehicle manufacturers, this PRA process underpins the data NHTSA uses to ensure replacement headlamp light sources remain interchangeable and compliant with FMVSS 108, so engagement now can shape future reporting expectations and documentation practices.[^3^](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/08/2026-06736/agency-information-collection-activities-proposals-submissions-and-approvals-replaceable-light#:~:text=Title%3A-,49%20CFR%20part%20564,-%2C%20Replaceable%20Light%20Source)[^5^](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/08/2026-06736/agency-information-collection-activities-proposals-submissions-and-approvals-replaceable-light#:~:text=In%20Federal%20motor%20vehicle%20safety%20standard%20(FMVSS)%20No.%20108)

10 Apr 2026, 13:16federalregister.govUnited States

Sweden Issues Ordinance (SFS 2026:290) Introducing Functional Accessibility Criteria for Certain Products and Services

Sweden has adopted Ordinance (SFS 2026:290) amending its accessibility ordinance for certain products and services to add functional performance criteria and updated legal references under the 2023 Accessibility Act. Manufacturers and service providers in scope now have a clearer, performance-based route to compliance, requiring products and services to remain usable without sight, hearing, or speech and by users with limited physical or cognitive abilities, which may drive design and documentation changes.

10 Apr 2026, 12:49eur-lex.europa.euSweden

EU Parliament IMCO Committee Invites Temu To Hearing On Unsafe And Illegal Products

In April 2026, the European Parliament’s IMCO committee announced a scrutiny hearing with Temu over the systemic sale of unsafe and illegal products on online marketplaces, following earlier sessions with SHEIN and AliExpress.[^1^](https://www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/en/product/product-details/20260311CAN76899#:~:text=invited%20a%20representative%20from%20Temu%20to%20a%20discussion%20on%2016%20April%202026) Lawmakers are signalling stronger EU political pressure for more consistent enforcement of existing product safety and consumer-protection rules in digital platforms, which could raise compliance expectations for large e-commerce operators.

10 Apr 2026, 11:03europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

US FDA Issues Edition 2 Guidance On Pyrogen And Endotoxins Testing

In March 2026 the US FDA published Edition 2 of its Q&A guidance on pyrogen and endotoxins testing, updating expectations for sampling, method selection, and acceptance criteria across drugs, biologics, veterinary products, and medical devices.[^1^](https://www.fda.gov/media/83477/download) Manufacturers and contract labs should review endotoxin/pyrogen control strategies, pooling practices, and reliance on rabbit pyrogen tests to align with FDA’s risk‑based recommendations and its openness to validated alternative methods.

10 Apr 2026, 10:28fda.govUnited States

California DPR Adds Valkarie Adjuvant and NUGEN MB5A-256 Disinfectant to Evaluation Process (Volume 2026-13)

In April 2026, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation added the Valkarie adjuvant and NUGEN MB5A‑256 quaternary‑ammonium disinfectant label to its pesticide evaluation process, marking the start of state review for these formulations.[^1^](https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CADPR/bulletins/410b97d#:~:text=Materials%20Entering%20Evaluation%20Process%20Volume%202026-13) For companies formulating, distributing, or relying on these products in California, this is an early signal to track potential changes to allowed uses, labelling and active‑ingredient conditions that could affect crop protection and antimicrobial product portfolios.

10 Apr 2026, 10:27content.govdelivery.comUnited States

Japan Cabinet Office Notice No. 33 Amends Standards and Specifications for Foods and Food Additives

Japan has updated its mandatory standards for foods and food additives through Cabinet Office Notice No. 33, effective April 7, 2026. Companies must immediately audit product formulations and specifications against the new requirements to maintain compliance and mitigate market access risks.

9 Apr 2026, 17:37kanpo.go.jpJapan

EU Commission Updates MDR Harmonised Standards for Sterilizers and Hearing Aids

The European Commission has updated the list of harmonised standards under the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR), introducing new technical specifications for small steam sterilizers, steam boilers, and hearing aids as of April 2026. Manufacturers should adopt these updated standards to maintain the presumption of conformity with MDR essential requirements and ensure continued market access for these specific device categories.

9 Apr 2026, 14:26eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

District of Columbia Council Introduces Medical Cannabis Beverage Product Amendment Act of 2026

DC introduced legislation in April 2026 to allow alcohol manufacturers to produce non-alcoholic medical cannabis beverages and permit the import of THC-free cannabinoids. This creates new contract manufacturing opportunities and formalizes supply chain requirements, signaling a shift toward integrated production and stricter oversight of cannabinoid inputs.

9 Apr 2026, 14:22lims.dccouncil.govUnited States

New York Senate Introduces Bill S9769 on Electronic Marketplace Strict Liability

New York has introduced legislation (S9769) to hold electronic marketplace providers strictly liable for defective products sold on their platforms. This shift would significantly expand litigation risk for e-commerce platforms, likely necessitating more rigorous seller vetting and product safety compliance monitoring.

9 Apr 2026, 14:22nysenate.govUnited States

Iowa Proposes Excise Taxes On Alternative Nicotine And Vapor Products (SSB 3193)

Iowa’s proposed SSB 3193 expands the scope of regulated nicotine products to include analogs and introduces new excise taxes on vapor and alternative nicotine products effective January 2027. Businesses should evaluate the impact of increased per-unit and volume-based taxes on product margins and prepare for expanded licensing and reporting requirements.

9 Apr 2026, 14:18legis.iowa.govUnited States

South Korea NICS Calls for Designation of Testing and Inspection Institutions for Household Chemical Products and Biocides

South Korea's NICS has opened applications for the designation of official testing and inspection institutions for household chemical products and biocides, with a deadline of 14 April 2026. This expansion of laboratory capacity is critical for ensuring compliant market access and safety verification for consumer chemical products under the K-BPR framework.

9 Apr 2026, 14:10nics.mcee.go.krSouth Korea

Romania ANPC Conducts Nationwide Inspections and Online Monitoring for Consumer Safety

Romania’s consumer protection authority (ANPC) executed a nationwide enforcement sweep in April 2026, resulting in over 2,300 fines and significant product withdrawals across retail and e-commerce. Businesses should expect sustained, high-intensity market surveillance on product safety and hygiene, requiring immediate verification of storage protocols and supply chain compliance to mitigate operational and reputational risk.

9 Apr 2026, 10:25anpc.roRomania

South Africa Opens 60-Day Review Of Draft African Standards DARS 2177–2181 For Paints

South Africa has initiated a 60-day consultation on five draft standards (DARS 2177–2181) aimed at harmonizing technical specifications and testing methods for various paint types. Manufacturers should evaluate these drafts against existing product formulations and performance data to ensure regional compliance and maintain market access as standards move toward adoption.

9 Apr 2026, 09:55docs.wto.orgSouth Africa