Unsafe and non-compliant products can be recalled as a result of consumer complaints, reported injury, or an investigation by certain government agencies. Sometimes, manufacturers and importers act on self-identified defects, quality issues, and hazards.

Product recalls can be extremely costly for importers or manufacturers – as the process may involve tracing and refunding consumers.

In this guide, we explain some of the more common causes of product recalls, and how the process works. We also include examples of recalls for children’s products, medical devices, and other product categories. Continue reading United States Product Recall Guide For Importers and Manufacturers

Selling products in California often requires compliance with additional safety standards, chemical restrictions, labeling, and testing requirements – in addition to those applicable in the United States as a whole.

In this guide, we introduce importers, manufacturers, and distributors to California product compliance requirements applicable to apparel, children’s products, electronics, furniture, packaging, and many other product categories.

Important: This article only serves as an introduction to safety requirements, substance restrictions, labeling, certification, and other compliance requirements in California. It is not a complete guide and is not kept up to date. Further, keep in mind that national product regulations (e.g. CPSIA) apply in all states. Continue reading Product Safety Standards and Regulations in California: An Overview