Amazon Issues Restricted Substance List

摘要

BIG RETAILERS strive to source products responsibly. This typically includes recognition of chemicals in the products they market (see: "Achieve the Transparency that Consumers Demand," http://bit.ly/2zWwZhr). As part of its commitment to responsible sourcing, Amazon recently posted its Chemicals Policy, which includes its first Restricted Substance List (RSL). Amazon's policy defines "chemicals of concern" as those that: (1) meet the criteria for classification as a carcinogen, mutagen, reproductive, or other systemic toxicant; or (2) are persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic. Amazon "strategically prioritize^]" upon which chemicals of concern to focus based on "product type, customer concerns, and the availability of safer alternatives." The baseline list of chemicals of concern included on the RSL are those chemicals that Amazon seeks to avoid in its private brand baby, household cleaning, personal care and beauty products in the U.S.