CEN, the European Committee for Standardization Releases Guidance for Face Coverings

In September 2024, California enacted Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), known as the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024. This landmark legislation establishes the nation's first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program for textiles, making apparel producers accountable for the recycling, reuse and collection of their products.

US Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has published final rule 16 CFR 1243 to establish a consumer product safety standard for infant support cushions.

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has added one substance on the Candidate List. There are legal obligations placed on industry once a substance has been placed on this list.

Montenegro has published its rulebook on food contact regenerated cellulose film materials and articles. The new law became effective on October 19, 2024.