Evolving US legislation updates for the consumer products industry
Co-organised with Norton Rose Fulbright
As the focus on sustainability in value chains intensifies from both consumers and governments, it’s crucial for manufacturers and suppliers of consumer goods to keep up with recent regulatory changes.
Brands are increasingly seeing the pressing need to implement strong sustainable chemistry methodologies and strategies to align with regulations in the North American region.
Tune in with Jeffrey Margulies, the Partner-in-Charge from Norton Rose Fulbright in Los Angeles and San Francisco, alongside Dr Vikki Addy, the Chief Technical Officer of Eurofins’ Sustainability Services, for an insightful discussion on
- Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) legislation affecting textiles, apparel and other consumer products
- Proposition 65
- California Organic Food and Farming Act (COFFA)
- Consumer greenwashing litigation
- Testing solutions to help cleanse your supply chain of resisted substances
Your presenters
Dr Victoria Addy | Chief Technical Officer, Eurofins Sustainability Services
Vikki joined Eurofins | BLC in 1992 after obtaining a BSc (Hons) in Biology, before gaining a PhD in Biochemistry. Now Chief Technical Officer for Eurofins Sustainability Services, Vikki oversees sustainable chemistry, biomaterials, leather and novel material development for consumer products, specialising in chemical compliance and supply chain regulatory support.
Jeffrey Margulies | Partner-in-charge, Los Angeles and San Francisco, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Jeff has extensive litigation experience in regulatory litigation including CEQA, administrative rulemaking, and California Proposition 65 enforcement actions.
Jeff also has experience in advising clients with regard to environmental issues, including environmental regulation and litigation, climate change, carbon regulation, and transactional support.
