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CPSC in fiscal 2017 received 665 requests to release information under the Freedom of Information Act (FoIA), and it processed 617.

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An ASTM F15.16 working group January 31 decided to tell the larger subcommittee that they could not yet make a recommendation on whether to exempt certain reclining products temporarily from highchair stability testing.

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An ASTM F15.21 panel January 30 decided it needed more information before making a recommendation related to ensuring soft infant carrier testing is harmonized across labs.

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Members of the ASTM F15 ad hoc language panel January 30 struggled with how much leeway to imply related to contrasting backgrounds.

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UL in January updated its UL 2201 standard for portable generators.

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The European Union in December set about reforming its product safety regulations by publishing its Goods Package.

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A cross-agency panel January 29 offered a three-step roadmap for new approaches for toxicity testing, including minimizing use of animals.

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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) January 29 said it will use a four-pronged strategy to promote use of safer alternative chemicals in products.

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Briefs on playground surfaces, fireworks, toys, blinds, canister lights, chainsaws, infant bodysuits, and more.

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Briefs on bicycle frames, skateparks, trampoline courts, upholstered furniture, automatic controls, and more.

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Briefs on artwork, bike carriers, highchairs, mobiles, pens, roller blinds, strollers, and more.