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Collected on 17 June 2026
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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.
Reference
https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36522/
Opening Date
24 March 2026
The NCC initiated an investigation following a study conducted by the University of Free State.
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.
In this regard, we are considering developing, under the CPA, track-and-trace regulations for goods targeting non-compliant imported and domestically produced goods.
