Amendment of the Product Safety Act Discussed
December 4, 2024 – The Federal Cabinet discussed an amendment to the Product Safety Act (ProdSG) on Wednesday. The aim of the amendment is to strengthen consumer protection and to adapt the law to current developments in the market.
The amendment provides for a number of changes, including:
- Obligation for manufacturers to report dangerous products: Manufacturers will be obliged to report dangerous products to the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) immediately. This will enable the BVL to take appropriate measures to protect consumers quickly.
- Strengthening of market surveillance: The BVL will be given more resources to carry out market surveillance. This will enable the BVL to identify and remove dangerous products from the market more effectively.
- Increase in fines: The fines for violations of the ProdSG will be increased significantly. This will act as a deterrent and ensure that manufacturers comply with the law.
- Adaptation to the EU Product Safety Directive: The amendment will adapt the ProdSG to the new EU Product Safety Directive. This will ensure that German law is in line with EU law and that consumers are protected equally throughout the EU.
The amendment to the ProdSG is a welcome step towards strengthening consumer protection. The new provisions will help to ensure that dangerous products are removed from the market quickly and that manufacturers are held accountable for their actions.
The amendment is expected to enter into force in 2025.
Änderung des Produktsicherheitsgesetzes beraten
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