New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S845

Introduced
1/18/22  

Caption

Restricts phosphorus content and requires labelling thereof for household cleansing products.

Impact

The bill establishes a framework where household cleansing products can only be distributed in New Jersey if they meet specific phosphorus content thresholds. For example, products used in dishwashers are limited to 0.5% phosphorus by weight, and those intended for food processing equipment can contain no more than 8.7% by weight. Violation of these regulations invites substantial penalties, reinforcing compliance among manufacturers and distributors. Moreover, the bill empowers the Department of Environmental Protection to develop further rules and regulations to ensure adherence to these standards.

Summary

Senate Bill S845, introduced in the New Jersey legislature, focuses on regulating the phosphorus content in household cleansing products. The primary objective of the bill is to limit the amount of phosphorus allowed in these products to minimize environmental impact, particularly related to water quality. The bill outlines stringent requirements for labeling that necessitate clear disclosure of the phosphorus content in household cleansing products before they can be sold in the state. Manufacturers are required to provide detailed information on the products they distribute, aimed at informing consumers and government agencies of the potential impacts on health and the environment.

Companion Bills

NJ A1642

Same As Requires labeling of ingredients and restricts phosphorus in household cleansing products.

Previously Filed As

NJ S76

Restricts phosphorus content and requires labelling thereof for household cleansing products.

NJ A267

Requires labeling of ingredients and restricts phosphorus in household cleansing products.

NJ SB00884

An Act Concerning The Maximum Allowable Concentration For 1,4-dioxane In Household Cleaning And Personal Care Products And Cosmetics.

NJ HB1880

EPA-PHOSPHORUS TRADING

NJ HB5890

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NJ SB167

Prohibits the importation and sale of household cleaning products for which animal testing was performed. (BDR 52-892)

NJ AB2667

An act to amend Sections 22974.2 and 22980 of the Business and Professions Code, and to amend Sections 25218.3, 25218.5, and 25218.8 of, to add Section 119407 to, and to add and repeal Section 25218.6 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to vape products.

NJ S1342

Amends and adds to existing law to provide for household egg production.

NJ SF2164

Commercial and industrial products exemption from certain PFAS restrictions provision and PFAS reporting requirements modifications provision

NJ S1409

Revises film and digital media content production tax credit program to include requirement for production of domestic original music and musical scores.

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