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Fashion and Consumer Protection Laws
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Impacts how fashion brands collect and handle personal data for EU citizens.
California Proposition 65
Obliges businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals.
Care Labeling Rule
Requires manufacturers to attach care instructions to clothing and certain piece goods.
Consumer Protection Act
Protects consumers against unfair trade practices and promotes ethical standards.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Regulations
Create mandatory standards for the safety of consumer products such as flammability of fabrics.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Regulates the collection of personal data from persons under the age of 13 by companies operating online.
Truth in Fur Labeling Act
Requires accurate labeling on garments containing fur and disclosing whether it's fake or real.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations
Controls the impact of the fashion industry on the environment by regulating waste disposal and use of chemicals.
Fur Products Labeling Act
Requires all fur products sold in the U.S. to be labeled with the type of fur, the country of origin, and the name of the manufacturer.
Textile Fiber Products Identification Act
Requires that certain textiles sold in the United States carry labels disclosing fiber content.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Sets minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Implications can include the necessity for designs that are accessible and inclusive for disabled individuals.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Regulations
Enforces civil U.S. antitrust laws and promotes fair competition.
Wool Products Labeling Act
Stipulates labeling to provide consumers information about wool products' fiber content.
Customs and Import Regulations
Affects tariffs, trade agreements and import quotas which can influence production costs and sourcing decisions.
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