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Consultation for options to limit consumer exposure to hazardous azo dyes

Tuesday, 24 March 2015

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is considering options to limit consumer exposure to hazardous azo dyes in certain clothing, textiles and leather goods.

A consultation regulation impact statement (RIS) has been developed and is now available for stakeholder comment.

The draft RIS sets out:

  • the problem that the ACCC is trying to solve
  • why Government intervention may be appropriatethe
  • options available to limit consumer exposure to hazardous azo dyes
  • the benefits and costs of each option.

The ACCC is requesting stakeholders make submissions on the draft RIS by close of business 10 April 2015.

Link to full article and website: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1012036

Need Assistance with Azo Dye Testing?

AWTA Product Testing Azo Dye test information:

  • Test method: EN 14362-1 2012
  • Turnaround time is approximately - 2 weeks from receipt of sample
  • Require 1 garment or item to test for appropriate sampling, or if this is not possible, a representative sample of material no smaller than A3 (420 x 300mm)
  • 1 sample - the cost would be AUD$201.00 +GST