CPSC Investigates Shein, Temu Over Safety Concerns

Two US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) commissioners, Peter Feldman and Douglas Dziak, are calling for an investigation into e-commerce giants Shein and Temu over the alleged sale of dangerous baby and toddler products. Concerns have been raised about items such as padded crib bumpers, banned for posing suffocation risks, and children's hoodies with drawstrings, which are strangulation hazards. The commissioners also highlighted the companies' use of the de minimis exemption, which allows duty-free entry for packages under $800, potentially bypassing safety checks. Both companies have pledged to cooperate with any investigation, emphasizing their commitments to compliance and safety. The investigation will examine their safety practices, relationships with third-party sellers, and representations made during importation. The probe comes amidst these platforms' rapid growth in the US, driven by aggressive marketing and low-cost goods from China.