The CPSIA of 1990 in a Global Context

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The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 1990 (CPSIA) is a robust legislation in the U.S. context, however, its stringency can put American manufacturers at a disadvantage in the global market. A comparative analysis with other regions, such as the European Union and Asia, reveals varying levels of consumer product safety regulations. While EU regulations lean towards self-regulation and market surveillance, Asian countries have developed their own, some of which are less stringent. The article suggests the need for harmonization with international standards or a review of the most stringent requirements.