CPSC Report May Lead to Further Reductions in Unnecessary Phthalate Testing

A new report commissioned by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) examined 11 different plastics for the presence of 10 specified phthalates, including six phthalates currently regulated in the U.S., according to the Toy Industry Association (TIA). The research was completed in support of the CPSC’s mandate to reduce third-party testing costs for toy and children’s product manufacturers.

The report, titled “Exposure Assessment: Potential for the Presence of Phthalates in Specified Materials at Concentrations Above 0.1 Percent,” presents the findings of research conducted by the Toxicology Excellence for Risk Assessment Center at the University of Cincinnati (TERA Center), under a contract with the CPSC. It is anticipated that the agency will use the report to add to the list of plastics that would not require phthalate testing, in addition to the four plastics proposed in August.

TIA President and CEO Steve Pasierb traveled to Washington, D.C., last week to meet with officials from the CPSC. During his discussions with CPSC Chairman Elliot Kaye, Commissioners Joe Mohorovic and Marietta Robinson, and senior staff for Commissioner Ann Marie Buerkle, Pasierb highlighted various toy industry topics and discussed the potential for further strengthening TIA’s partnership with the agency. Additionally, Pasierb and Kaye explored the possibility of new collaborative public education efforts between TIA and the CPSC to help parents and other consumers keep children safe while they play.

About the author

Maddie Michalik

Maddie Michalik

Maddie Michalik was the Editor-in-Chief of The Toy Book from 2020-2022. She was also a Senior Editor at The Toy Insider and The Pop Insider.

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