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  1. Notification required for PFASApplies when manufacturer or Importer40 CFR Part 705 Reporting and recordkeeping requirements for certain perNotification
  2. General service lamp power factorMax 0.7 ratio (performance basis)10 CFR Part 430 Subpart C, Energy and water conservation standards and their compliance datesLimit

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ClaraDB gives a verdict only for PFAS state laws for cookware and bakeware, California Proposition 65 consumer-product warning check for BPA, BPS, formaldehyde, styrene, antimony trioxide, vinyl acetate, lead and cadmium, California Proposition 65 warning check for candles and ceramicware (lead, cadmium, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, benzene, naphthalene, carbon monoxide, benzo[a]pyrene), US packaging EPR producer size thresholds (California, Colorado, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington) for a brand-owning manufacturer, US lead in children's products and furniture (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in toys and child care articles (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in children's products (other) and bags (lead paint and total lead content), US phthalates in children's toys and child care articles (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP, DCHP) and US children's product certificate and tracking label for children's tableware (AI-checked, quotes verified word for word). Every other answer shows the laws and quotes found without saying whether they apply. Not checked: Consumer electronics (FCC equipment authorization, 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15, energy rules). What ClaraDB has checked

Home and kitchen goodsMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20257 areas read · 6 not read yet

Federal regulations as published on 6 Oct 2026.

Sources read
  • TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS
  • FDA food-contact polymers
  • coatings and paper (21 CFR 174-178)
  • decorative ceramicware labelling (21 CFR 109.16)
  • CPSC lead in paint and children's products (16 CFR 1303, 15 U.S.C. 1278a)
  • clothing storage unit tip-over (16 CFR 1261)
  • TSCA Title VI formaldehyde in composite wood (40 CFR 770)
Not read yet
  • FDA guidance on leachable lead/cadmium in ceramicware (CPG 545.450/545.500)
  • CPSC flammability standards other than those listed
  • children's product certificates and tracking labels other than for children's tableware
  • FTC labelling rules
  • upholstered furniture flammability (16 CFR 1640)
  • mattresses
Cosmetics and personal careMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20256 areas read · 6 not read yet
Sources read
  • TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS
  • FD&C Act ch. VI cosmetics as amended by MoCRA (21 U.S.C. 361-364j: adulteration, misbranding, adverse events, GMP, registration and listing, safety substantiation, labelling)
  • 21 CFR 700, 701, 710, 720
  • 740 and color additive parts 73
  • OTC sunscreen: 21 CFR 201.327 labeling, SPF, broad-spectrum and water-resistance tests; 21 CFR 201.66 Drug Facts; 21 CFR part 207 establishment registration, drug listing and NDC
  • 74 and 82 where cosmetics are named
Not read yet
  • OTC drug products other than sunscreen (antiperspirant M019, anti-dandruff, fluoride toothpaste M021)
  • for sunscreen: the M020 list of permitted active ingredients and concentrations, and OMUFA facility fees
  • FPLA and 16 CFR 500 packaging rules
  • FDA GMP and talc-asbestos testing rules until final
  • color additive petition status after ClaraDB's data date
  • state law other than listed US states
Packaged food and beveragesMain sourcesfrom 7 Oct 20267 areas read · 11 not read yet

Federal food regulations as published on 7 Oct 2026.

Sources read
  • TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS
  • 21 CFR 101 food labelling (statement of identity, net quantity, ingredient list, allergen declaration incl. sesame under FALCPA and FASTER, nutrition facts, name and place of business)
  • FD&C Act sec. 403 misbranding (21 U.S.C. 343)
  • 21 CFR 170-189 additive status where listable (172 direct additives, 173, 180, 182 GRAS substances, 184)
  • facility registration (21 CFR 1 subpart H)
  • prior notice (subpart I)
  • FSMA FSVP (21 CFR 1 subpart L)
Not read yet
  • GRAS notices outside the listed 21 CFR parts
  • standards of identity (21 CFR 130-169)
  • Part 117 preventive-control details (only who must comply and the qualified-facility rules are encoded)
  • seafood and juice HACCP
  • FPLA and 16 CFR 500
  • FDA action levels and guidance levels for contaminants (not binding limits)
  • state laws other than listed
  • USDA-regulated meat
  • poultry and egg products
  • dietary supplements
  • infant formula
Consumer electronics and small appliancesMain sourcesfrom 1 Jan 20255 areas read · 6 not read yet
Sources read
  • TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS
  • FCC Part 15 marking, SDoC and information to the user (47 CFR 15.19, 15.21, 15.105)
  • 47 CFR part 2 subpart J equipment authorization
  • Part 18 for consumer ISM appliances where applicable
  • DOE energy conservation labels for listed consumer products (10 CFR 430 subpart C) and FTC Energy Labeling Rule (16 CFR 305)
Not read yet
  • CPSC product-specific rules for electrical goods
  • UL and NRTL listing (voluntary)
  • state e-waste laws other than California
  • FCC certification of radio modules (TCB process)
  • DOE standards for non-listed products
  • TSCA and PFAS in electronics outside the listed instruments
Batteries, e-bikes and power banksMain sourcesfrom 1 Oct 20267 areas read · 5 not read yet

Federal regulations as published on 1 Oct 2026; US Code from the 2024 edition.

Sources read
  • TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS
  • CPSC button cell or coin battery safety standard (16 CFR 1263)
  • low-speed electric bicycles (15 U.S.C. 2085; 16 CFR 1512 and 1500.18)
  • Mercury-Containing and Rechargeable Battery Management Act (42 U.S.C. 14301 ff)
  • lithium cell carriage (49 CFR 173.185) and universal waste (40 CFR 273)
  • DOE battery charger standards sit in 10 CFR 430 subpart C (covered under consumer electronics)
  • FCC Part 15 and Part 2 subpart J for power banks and battery chargers (the electronics rules applied to these categories)
Not read yet
  • CPSC rulemaking on lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products (not stored)
  • UL 2849, 2271, 2272, 2054 and 2056 standard texts (paid, voluntary)
  • 49 CFR parts 171-180 beyond 173.185 and IATA/ICAO rules
  • state battery stewardship and labelling laws other than NYC LL39 (not stored)
  • 40 CFR 273 universal-waste duties on handlers (not a seller or manufacturer duty) and 49 CFR 173.185 shipper-side limits other than the manufacturer test record and summary are not covered

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21 CFR Parts 700, 701, 710, 720, 740 (cosmetics)21 CFR 700-74029 rulesIn force from: 16 Mar 1968Industries: Cosmetics
Requirement
Applies when
Effective
Source
Label

Foaming detergent bath product caution

Label required

Caution—Use only as directed. Excessive use or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to skin and urinary tract. Discontinue use if rash, redness, or itching occurs. Consult your physician if irritation persists. Keep out of reach of children.

Exemptions (1)

Products labeled as intended for use exclusively by adults are excepted

“except for those products that are labeled as intended for use exclusively by adults”
21 CFR 740.17(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

  • Added to the bath to make foam (bubble bath)

Depends on: foaming bath additive

In force since 5 Jun 1986

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 5 Jun 1986

In force from 1986-06-05: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

“Caution—Use only as directed. Excessive use or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to skin and urinary tract. Discontinue use if rash, redness, or itching occurs. Consult your physician if irritation persists. Keep out of reach of children.”
21 CFR 740.17(b) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
Conformity

Warning statement whenever necessary to prevent a health hazard

Must meet the conditions of 21 CFR 740.1(a): the label bears a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may be associated with the product

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

Every product in the category

In force since 3 Mar 1975

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 3 Mar 1975

In force from 1975-03-03: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

“The label of a cosmetic product shall bear a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may be associated with the product.”
21 CFR 740.1(a) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
Label

Warning where safety of a cosmetic product or ingredient has not been adequately substantiated

Label required

Warning—The safety of this product has not been determined.

Exemptions (1)

No warning if safety was substantiated before new inconclusive information arose, the information does not demonstrate a hazard, and adequate studies are under way

“The warning required by paragraph (a) of this section is not required for such an ingredient or product if:”
21 CFR 740.10(b) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

  • Safety adequately substantiated: no

Depends on: safety substantiated

In force since 3 Mar 1975

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 3 Mar 1975

In force from 1975-03-03: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

“Warning—The safety of this product has not been determined.”
21 CFR 740.10(a) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
Label

Suntanning preparation without sunscreen: warning

Label required

Warning—This product does not contain a sunscreen and does not protect against sunburn. Repeated exposure of unprotected skin while tanning may increase the risk of skin aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects to the skin even if you do not burn.

Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

  • Suntanning or self-tanning preparation
  • Makes a drug claim (for example sunscreen or anti-dandruff): no

Depends on: suntanning preparation, otc drug claim

In force since 21 May 1999

Applies to products placed on the market on or after 21 May 1999

In force from 1999-05-21: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

“The labeling of suntanning preparations that do not contain a sunscreen ingredient must display the following warning:”
21 CFR 740.19 · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
  • Label

    Foaming detergent bath product caution

    Label required

    Caution—Use only as directed. Excessive use or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to skin and urinary tract. Discontinue use if rash, redness, or itching occurs. Consult your physician if irritation persists. Keep out of reach of children.

    Exemptions (1)

    Products labeled as intended for use exclusively by adults are excepted

    “except for those products that are labeled as intended for use exclusively by adults”
    21 CFR 740.17(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

    Applies when
    • Added to the bath to make foam (bubble bath)

    Depends on: foaming bath additive

    Effective

    In force since 5 Jun 1986

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 5 Jun 1986

    In force from 1986-06-05: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

    Source
    “Caution—Use only as directed. Excessive use or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to skin and urinary tract. Discontinue use if rash, redness, or itching occurs. Consult your physician if irritation persists. Keep out of reach of children.”
    21 CFR 740.17(b) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
  • Conformity

    Warning statement whenever necessary to prevent a health hazard

    Must meet the conditions of 21 CFR 740.1(a): the label bears a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may be associated with the product

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

    Applies when

    Every product in the category

    Effective

    In force since 3 Mar 1975

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 3 Mar 1975

    In force from 1975-03-03: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

    Source
    “The label of a cosmetic product shall bear a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may be associated with the product.”
    21 CFR 740.1(a) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
  • Label

    Warning where safety of a cosmetic product or ingredient has not been adequately substantiated

    Label required

    Warning—The safety of this product has not been determined.

    Exemptions (1)

    No warning if safety was substantiated before new inconclusive information arose, the information does not demonstrate a hazard, and adequate studies are under way

    “The warning required by paragraph (a) of this section is not required for such an ingredient or product if:”
    21 CFR 740.10(b) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

    Applies when
    • Safety adequately substantiated: no

    Depends on: safety substantiated

    Effective

    In force since 3 Mar 1975

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 3 Mar 1975

    In force from 1975-03-03: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

    Source
    “Warning—The safety of this product has not been determined.”
    21 CFR 740.10(a) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)
  • Label

    Suntanning preparation without sunscreen: warning

    Label required

    Warning—This product does not contain a sunscreen and does not protect against sunburn. Repeated exposure of unprotected skin while tanning may increase the risk of skin aging, skin cancer, and other harmful effects to the skin even if you do not burn.

    Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.

    Applies when
    • Suntanning or self-tanning preparation
    • Makes a drug claim (for example sunscreen or anti-dandruff): no

    Depends on: suntanning preparation, otc drug claim

    Effective

    In force since 21 May 1999

    Applies to products placed on the market on or after 21 May 1999

    In force from 1999-05-21: the stored source note gives the Federal Register publication of the section text; no separate commencement date is stated.

    Source
    “The labeling of suntanning preparations that do not contain a sunscreen ingredient must display the following warning:”
    21 CFR 740.19 · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR parts 700, 701, 740(opens in a new tab)

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