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Ontario Improves Competitiveness in Upholstered and Stuffed Article Sector by Revoking Provincial Legislation
The act aims to reduce business costs and eliminate trade barriers via regulatory changes. It was approved on December 10, 2018, thereby removing all Ontario-specific requirements for upholstered and stuffed articles. This is expected to save businesses in this industry around CAD 4 million a year.
The revocation means Ontario Regulation 218/01: Upholstered and Stuffed Articles under the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000, will no longer apply to manufacturers, importers, distributors, renovators, home/craft operators, retailers, etc. This covered articles such as:
• Bedding items (e.g. mattresses, quilts, comforters, or pillows)
• Furniture
• Sporting equipment
• Pet items
• Luggage and handbags
• Stuffed toys
• Clothing
The revocation does not apply to federal legislation, including the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act and Textile Labelling Act. Operators must also still comply with Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act. In addition, stuffing material in dolls, plush toys and soft toys must comply with Toys Regulations.
Stakeholders should be aware that the revocation only applies to Ontario. Upholstered and stuffed articles destined for Quebec or Manitoba will still be subject to federal and provincial legislation regarding licensing, registration and labelling.
The revocation will come into effective on July 1, 2019.
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It has a worldwide network of over 40 state-of-the-art laboratories specializing in softline testing. Learn more about SGS’s Softlines Services. [www.sgs.com/softlines]. Their hardlines team has a global network of dedicated experts and over 10 specialist laboratories. Learn more about SGS’s Hardlines Services. [www.sgs.com/hardlines]
SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Ontario Canada - “Eliminated Regulatory and Licensing Requirements for Upholstered and Stuffed Articles” SafeGuardS. [www.sgs.com/en/news/2018/12/safeguards-16518-ontario-canada-eliminated-regulatory-and-licensing-requirements]
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For further information contact:
Louann Spirito
Consumer and Retail — Softlines
US & Canada Softlines Business Head
Tel: +1 973 461 7919
Website: www.sgs.com/softlines
Dennis Lancion
Technical Manager (Hardlines)
Tel: +1 (905) 364-3757
Website; www.sgs.com/hardlines
Email: crs.media@sgs.com
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