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Safer Chemicals in Children's Products
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Exercising the authority provided in Rule Chapter 881(4), the Department contracted with the independent consulting firm TechLaw, Inc. to prepare an analysis of available alternatives to the use of bisphenol-A in the packaging of infant formula and baby foods. The alternatives assessment report has been provided to the Board of Environmental Protection pursuant to Section 4(A)(4) of Chapter 882 and can be accessed by the link below
Alternatives Analysis Report For Bisphenol-A In Infant Formula Cans and Baby Food Jar Lids
Alternative Analysis Report Cover Letter
Gradient Risk Based Assessment
General Information
Proposed and recently adopted rules related to the Safer Chemicals in Children’s Products Program.
Toxic Chemicals in Children's Products Law
An Act To Protect Children's Health and the Environment from Toxic Chemicals in Toys and Children's Products was enacted in 2008.
Chemicals of Concern List
Chemicals of High Concern List
Forms and How to Submit a Report
Reporting Forms and Reporting Guidance
For more information contact Kerri Malinowski (207) 215-1894.
