The Vermont Department of Health has proposed to amend the Chemicals of High Concern in Children’s Products Rule (Code of Vermont Rules CVR 13-140-077). The draft amendment is summarized as follows:

1. 1. The listed chemical “formaldehyde” shall include substances that are intentionally added to release formaldehyde, including but not limited to:
   • a) DMDM hydantoin
   • b) Imidazolidinyl urea
   • c) Diazolidinyl urea
   • d) Quaternium-15
2. 2. If children’s products are first offered for sale or distribution in Vermont after 31 August 2020, the manufacturer or trade association representing the manufacturer shall report to the Department within 30 days from the day of sale or distribution. Subsequent reports regarding the products sold from 1 September to 31 August of each year shall be submitted on or before the last day of the reporting period.

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