To provide that certain water beads products shall be considered banned hazardous products under section 8 of the Consumer Product Safety Act, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · May 9, 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Esther's Law bans water bead products that are marketed to children under 14 years old as toys, educational materials, art supplies, or sensory tools, effective 180 days after the law's enactment. Water beads are small polymer beads that expand significantly when exposed to water and pose a serious choking and intestinal hazard if swallowed. The bill also requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish safety standards and warning labels within 24 months for water bead products not covered by the ban, including requirements to deter child use through color restrictions and warnings about the risk of serious injury or death. The regulations do not apply to water beads used in commercial products like diapers, personal care items, or agricultural supplies. This legislation aims to protect children from a consumer product that has caused documented injuries and fatalities.
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