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In light of the recent study confirming that hormone-disrupting chemicals are present even in products marketed as free from harmful chemicals, what regulations has he implemented to ensure manufacturers are transparent and disclose the ful

Parliament of South AfricaRef: https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36522/

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Collected on 17 June 2026

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What this means

The document is a parliamentary Q&A in which the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition responds to a question about regulations on menstrual hygiene products. It states that the National Consumer Commission is investigating the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in sanitary pads and panty liners, and that the investigation reviews supplier compliance with the Consumer Protection Act, focusing on sections 55 and 24. The NCC’s investigation aims to ensure products meet quality, safety, and standard requirements under the CPA and applicable standards acts.

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regulatory investigation / compliance reviewOngoing

NCC investigation into endocrine-disrupting chemicals in sanitary pads and panty liners (CPA compliance review)

The National Consumer Commission is investigating certain sanitary pads and panty liners that may contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals, to review and assess suppliers’ compliance with the Consumer Protection Act, including product quality and labelling/trade description requirements.

Who it is for
Consumers and suppliers affected by sanitary pads and panty liners sold in the market
How to act on it
No application or submission process is described; the document states the NCC initiated an investigation and will review suppliers’ compliance with the CPA.
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The NCC initiated an investigation following a study conducted by the University of Free State.
regulatory development (policy consideration)Ongoing

Consideration of developing track-and-trace regulations under the CPA for non-compliant goods

The Minister says they are considering developing track-and-trace regulations under the Consumer Protection Act to target non-compliant imported and domestically produced goods.

Who it is for
Suppliers and consumers dealing with imported and domestically produced goods that may be non-compliant
How to act on it
No application or participation process is described; the document only states that the Minister is considering developing regulations.
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In this regard, we are considering developing, under the CPA, track-and-trace regulations for goods targeting non-compliant imported and domestically produced goods.

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Reference

https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36522/

Key Takeaways

  • parliamentary question NW771
  • Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition
  • National Consumer Commission (NCC) investigation
  • study: The presence of endocrine disrupting chemicals in sanitary pads: A study done in South Africa
  • -products: sanitary pads and panty liners
  • chemicals: parabens, phthalates, bisphenols
  • legislation: Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA)
  • sections: CPA sections 55 and 24
  • objective: assess suppliers' compliance with CPA
  • context: independently confirms potential chemical disclosures and transparency needs

Dates

Opening Date

24 March 2026