Federal Register #CPSC-2023-0004

CPSC Request for Comment on Revised UL 4200A Safety Standard for Button Cell or Coin Batteries

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is requesting public comment on a revision to the UL 4200A voluntary safety standard for button cell or coin batteries and consumer products containing these batteries. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is the OEM responsible for the UL 4200A safety standard - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are being procured - The request is for feedback on the revised UL 4200A safety standard - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on warning label mandates and performance requirements to address ingestion hazards - Requirements are outlined in Reese's Law and 16 CFR Part 1263 - The notice is part of the federal rulemaking process to inform updates to safety standards for batteries in consumer products

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comment on a revision to the voluntary standard UL 4200A, which is incorporated by reference in the mandatory safety standard for button cell or coin batteries and consumer products containing such batteries. The revision aims to improve the safety of these batteries and related consumer products. Comments are requested to inform the CPSC's assessment of the revised standard and its potential impact on safety. The comment period closes on September 17, 2026.

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