In January 2023, the US state of New York introduced S02983 ‘Formamide-free Children’s Product Act’ to regulate formamide in children’s foam-mat products. The proposed law would add new title 4 to Article 37 of the state’s environmental conservation law. 

"Foam mat product" means all mats, pads, mattresses and cushions designed for use by children three years old or younger, including mats, pads, mattresses and cushions used as or in connection with bedding, changing platforms, strollers and carriages,high chairs, car seats, play pens and toys.

Highlights of the proposal are summarized in following table：

URL: 

https://nyassembly.gov/leg/?default_fld=&leg_video=&bn=S02983&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y

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