CPSC News Releases

CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Male-to-Male Extension Cords, Secures Delisting from E-Commerce Platforms

CPSC has secured removal of hazardous male-to-male extension cords from Walmart, eBay, and AliExpress following identified electrocution and fire risks. The agency warns consumers to immediately stop using and dispose of these cords, which feature exposed prongs that can become energized and have been linked to backfeeding dangers when used with generators.

CPSC Winter Weather Safety Tips for Generators and Heaters

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued winter weather safety tips to prevent fires and carbon monoxide poisoning from portable generators and fuel-burning devices. The guidance emphasizes safe generator operation, CO and smoke alarm checks, and proper use of portable heaters.

Shimano Pays $11.5M Penalty for Delayed Reporting of Bicycle Cranksets

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Shimano has agreed to pay an $11.5 million civil penalty for failing to immediately report defective bicycle cranksets that posed a crash hazard. The settlement resolves charges that Shimano knowingly delayed reporting information about defects that could cause serious injury or death.

CPSC Winter Storm Safety Warning: CO and Fire Risks

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a safety warning regarding carbon monoxide poisoning and fire risks associated with power outages during winter storms. The notice provides guidance on the safe use of generators, portable heaters, and other fuel-burning devices.

CPSC Urges Anchoring of TVs and Furniture Before Super Bowl LX

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding consumers to anchor televisions and furniture to prevent tip-over injuries, especially around Super Bowl LX. The notice highlights statistics on tip-over incidents and emphasizes the importance of safety measures for households.

CPSC Warns of Carbon Monoxide Risks and Fires During Power Outages

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and fires during power outages. The notice highlights risks associated with portable generators and portable heaters, providing safety tips to prevent an average of nearly 100 deaths annually.

CPSC Water Beads Safety Standard Takes Effect

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has implemented a new federal safety standard for water beads, effective March 12, 2026. Water beads manufactured after this date must comply with new performance, labeling, and testing requirements to protect children from ingestion and other hazards.

CPSC Reverses Biden-Era Economic Methodology, Restores Sound Science

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has reversed a 2024 Biden administration guidance on the Value per Statistical Life (VSL) used in cost-benefit analysis. The agency is restoring a methodology that uses a single VSL estimate for all age groups, aligning with other federal agencies and established economic research.