Fake Safety Labels Fooling Consumers? CPSC Wants to Know
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
The Consumer Product Safety Commission wants your help to understand how fake safety marks on products might be putting people at risk and costing businesses money. They’re asking everyone—consumers, companies, and experts—to share their thoughts by July 6, 2026. This info will help the CPSC figure out how to stop counterfeit marks and keep products safe and trustworthy.
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