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NJ A1854

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Kennedy

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the sale of cleaning products containing triclosan that are used by consumers for sanitizing or hand and body cleansing in New Jersey
  • Exempts products that have received specific U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for consumer use
  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation, with each day of a continuing violation constituting a separate offense
  • Takes effect one year after enactment, allowing manufacturers time to reformulate products
  • Expands on the 2016 federal FDA ban on triclosan in rinse-off antiseptic products by also covering hand sanitizers and wipes

Legislative Description

Prohibits sale of certain cleaning products containing triclosan.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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