Insights by Category: Footwear
Vol. 1484 | 13 Jul 2025
EU Draft Regulation on Unsold Sustainable Products – Exemptions to Prohibiting the Destruction of Unsold Apparel and Footwear
The draft regulation supplements ESPR, detailing exemptions for destroying unsold apparel and footwear, effective July 19, 2026, supporting circular economy goals and minimizing negative business impacts.
Vol. 1483 | 13 Jul 2025
EU REACH – ECHA Adds Three Hazardous Chemicals to the Candidate List
ECHA added three hazardous chemicals to the EU SVHC Candidate List, including two vPvB substances and a reproductive toxicant dye. The List of SVHC now contains 250 entries for chemicals that can harm people or the environment.
Vol. 1482 | 03 Jul 2025
EU - Commission Review the Limit for PFOS under POPs Regulation
The EU updates PFOS limits under the POPs Regulation, aligning with PFOA standards, reviewing contaminant thresholds, and removing specific exemptions.
Vol. 1481 | 03 Jul 2025
USA – Minnesota’s Governor Signed a Bill to Amend the Statutes Concerning Lead and Cadmium in Consumer Products
Minnesota’s amendments to Statute 325E.3892 set strict lead and cadmium limits in consumer products, introduce new exemptions for certain product categories.
Vol. 1480 | 18 Jun 2025
U.S. – April 2025 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis
In April 2025, California issued 344 Proposition 65 60-day notices, with 46% related to lead, 19% to phthalates, and 35% to other chemicals. Key affected categories include bags, ceramics, beauty products, apparel, and accessories.
Vol. 1479 | 17 Jun 2025
Turkey - New Labeling Requirements for Certain Consumer Products Containing Animal-Origin Parts
Turkey’s new labeling regulation, effective June 9, 2025, mandates disclosure of animal-origin parts in consumer products, requiring clear, Turkish-language information on labels, packaging, and online listings for consumer transparency.
Vol. 1476 | 14 May 2025
EPA Further Delays PFAS Reporting Deadline Under TSCA
The EPA delays PFAS reporting under TSCA to April 2026 due to electronic system development and potential rule revisions. Public comments are open until June 12, 2025, offering stakeholders a chance to influence future requirements.
Vol. 1474 | 04 May 2025
EU - Update on Targeted PFAS Analysis EN 17681-1:2025
The EU’s EN 17681-1:2025 standard updates targeted PFAS testing in textiles using alkaline hydrolysis, enhancing detection of side-chain fluorinated polymers and requiring companies selling in Europe to adopt the new method for compliance.
Vol. 1472 | 27 Apr 2025
U.S. – March 2025 California Proposition 65 – 60-Day Notices Analysis
In March 2025, California issued 358 Proposition 65 60-day notices for Lead, Phthalates, and other chemicals in products ranging from apparel to beauty and pet products, highlighting ongoing compliance challenges.
Vol. 1470 | 22 Apr 2025
EU Adopts 2025 - 2030 Working Plan to Drive Sustainability in Textiles
The EU’s 2025-2030 ESPR Working Plan prioritizes textiles to enhance sustainability through durability, repairability, material efficiency, and transparency, with delegated acts set for adoption in 2027 to foster a circular textile economy.