What's happening
This bill requires menstrual product packages sold in New York to list all ingredients in order of predominance on the packaging.
Why it matters
Increased transparency for consumers. By requiring all ingredients in menstrual products to be clearly listed in order of predominance, the bill empowers consumers to make more informed choices about the products they use on or in their bodies.
Potential health impact. Many menstrual products have historically not disclosed all ingredients, raising concerns about exposure to chemicals, allergens, or irritants. This law could help individuals avoid substances that may cause adverse health reactions.
Accountability for manufacturers. The bill imposes civil penalties on manufacturers who fail to comply, incentivizing companies to be transparent and potentially encouraging safer formulation practices.
Broader consumer protection. The labeling requirement is in addition to any other existing labeling laws, meaning manufacturers must meet multiple standards, further safeguarding consumer rights and product safety.
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List Ingredients on Period Products
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History
- Signed chap.362
- Delivered to governor
- Returned to senate
- Passed assembly
- Ordered to third reading rules cal.313
- Substituted for A164B
- Referred to codes
- Returned to assembly
- Repassed senate
- Amended on third reading 2387b
- Amended on third reading 2387a
- Vote reconsidered - restored to third reading
Show 9 earlier actions
- Returned to senate
- Recalled from assembly
- Referred to consumer affairs and protection
- Delivered to assembly
- Passed senateVote 49–12
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.459
- Referred to women's issues
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Require Menstrual Product Ingredients
Assembly Floor Calendar · Sponsor Linda Rosenthal
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STATE OF NEW YORK
2387--B Cal. No. 459
2019-2020 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
January 24, 2019
Introduced by Sens. PERSAUD, ADDABBO, BIAGGI, BOYLE, BRESLIN, CARLUCCI, GAUGHRAN, GOUNARDES, KAPLAN, KRUEGER, LIU, MARTINEZ, RIVERA, SALAZAR, THOMAS -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Women's Issues --… Show allHide
Introduced by Sens. PERSAUD, ADDABBO, BIAGGI, BOYLE, BRESLIN, CARLUCCI, GAUGHRAN, GOUNARDES, KAPLAN, KRUEGER, LIU, MARTINEZ, RIVERA, SALAZAR, THOMAS -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Women's Issues -- reported favorably from said committee, ordered to first and second report, ordered to a third reading, passed by Senate and delivered to the Assembly, recalled, vote reconsidered, restored to third reading, amended and ordered reprinted, retaining its place in the order of third reading -- again amended and ordered reprinted, retaining its place in the order of third reading
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to menstrual product labeling
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. The general business law is amended by adding a new section 399-aaaa to read as follows:
§ 399-aaaa. Menstrual product labeling. 1. For purposes of this section:
(a) "ingredient" shall mean an intentionally added substance present in the menstrual product;
(b) "menstrual product" shall mean products used for the purpose of catching menstruation and vaginal discharge, including but not limited to tampons, pads, and menstrual cups. These products may be either disposable or reusable.
2. No later than eighteen months after this section shall have become a law, each package or box containing menstrual products sold in this state shall contain a plain and conspicuous printed list of all ingredients which shall be listed in order of predominance. Such list shall either be printed on the package or affixed thereto.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
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S. 2387--B 2
3. The requirements of this section shall apply in addition to any other labeling requirements established pursuant to any other provision of law.
4. Whenever a violation of this section has occurred, a civil penalty of one percent of the manufacturer's total annual in-state sales not to exceed one thousand dollars per package or box shall be imposed on the manufacturer.
§ 2. This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law. Effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rule or regulation necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date are authorized to be made and completed on or before such effective date.
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to menstrual product labeling
Purpose
This bill requires each package or box containing menstrual products sold in New York State to contain a plain and conspicuous printed list of all ingredients with percentages of the components of the products.
Summary of specific provisions
Section one amends the general business law by adding a new section 399-aaaa.
Section two sets forth the effective date.
Justification
Tampons and other menstrual products are widely used by women across the United States, resulting in a multi-billion dollar industry. Tampons are marketed and sold with little or no data assuring the ingredients they contain are safe. These products are intended for use on or in the extremely permeable membranes of the vaginal area of a woman's body. Toxic and allergenic chemicals may be contained in tampons, raising significant health concerns. Labeling of tampon and other menstrual product packages would serve to protect the public and allow consumers to make informed decisions regarding the purchase of such products.
Legislative history
New Bill.
Fiscal implications
Undetermined.
Effective date
This bill shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
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