UT HB0493

Manufacturers of menstrual products (tampons, sanitary napkins, menstrual cups) sold in Utah must include ingredient labels on packaging beginning December 1, 2027, listing all intentionally added ingredients in order of predominance by weight.

Specified chemicals requiring disclosure include lead, cadmium, arsenic, dioxin, and PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances); confidential business information may be listed by common name rather than full disclosure.

Division of Consumer Protection authorized to enforce labeling requirements with administrative fines up to $2,500 per violation and court-imposed fines up to $2,500 per violation; violations of administrative or court orders subject to civil penalties up to $5,000.

Establishes graduated civil penalty schedule for weights and measures violations under the Department of Agriculture and Food: first violation receives notice only, escalating to maximum $10,000 plus inspection costs for sixth or subsequent violations.

Effective date is May 6, 2026, with menstrual product labeling requirements taking effect December 1, 2027.