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United Nations framework on consumer product safety
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The United Nations Principles for Consumer Product Safety are a set of international guidelines adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 15 December 2025 to promote the safety of consumer products in both physical and digital marketplaces.[1][2][3]
The Principles provide a framework for governments, businesses and other stakeholders to strengthen consumer product safety systems, with a focus on risk prevention, market surveillance, product recalls and international cooperation.[4][3]
Background
The development of the Principles took place in the context of increasing globalization of trade and the rapid expansion of e-commerce, which have facilitated the cross-border circulation of consumer products. These trends have raised challenges for national regulatory authorities in ensuring product safety and compliance.[3]
Prior to their adoption, significant gaps existed in national consumer product safety frameworks, particularly in developing countries. According to UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), many countries lack comprehensive regulatory systems for consumer product safety.[4]
Content
The Principles set out key elements for effective consumer product safety systems, including:
- The right of consumers to safe products
- Responsibilities of businesses throughout the product life cycle
- Market surveillance and enforcement mechanisms
- Product recall procedures
- Information-sharing and international cooperation
They apply to products sold through both traditional and online channels.[4][2]
Adoption
Implementation
Implementation of the Principles is supported by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), which provides technical assistance, capacity-building and guidance to member States.[5]