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08/04/2015
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The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology published complementary concierge (Inmetro No. 349 of July 9, 2015) the certification of mattresses and mats of flexible polyurethane foam, including new requirements assessment, to facilitate the identification of the composition product and mainly curb irregularities that take the consumer to purchase a mattress or mattress offered with different characteristics of their real constitution. The move comes after the Inmetro identify deceptive practices in the sector, which since January 7 this year is compulsorily obliged to sell only products with the identifying stamp of compliance of the Institute.
The goal is to combat the Inmetro inaccurate information regarding the density of mattresses and mats, composition and coating. "The new ordinance requires that manufacturers leave clearer the details of setting up mattresses and mats on the identification tags and prohibits the use of any different terms of their real constitution. In this way, consumers do not run the risk of purchasing a product without really knowing what constitutes "said Cristiane Sampaio, a researcher at the Technical Regulations Division and Inmetro Conformity Assessment Program.
Other adjustments are also included in the regulation. According Cristiane complementary concierge passes to prohibit the use of toxic glues and adhesives components for fastening of the strips, tags or between layers of foam in the case of mattresses compounds (having more than one foam composition).
In the case of infant mattress intended for use in cots, the new behaved requires that a warning be included in the product packaging to the dimensions of the mattress conform to the directions in which the cradle is used.
Deadlines for compliance - The compulsory certification process of mattresses and mats of flexible polyurethane foam began in 2010 when, following a public consultation to listen to society, Inmetro published Inmetro No. 79/2011 establishing the technical requirements Assessment Conformity to the industry, importers and trade. Manufacturers and importers have 24-30 months to adapt production and retail 48 months to drain the stock.
The new ordinance sets different terms ranging from three to 24 months for manufacturers and importers are adequate (see ordinance) and to distributors and retailers market their inventory. Establishments who handle non-compliant products after the deadlines will be subject to the penalties provided by law, to arrest or fines ranging from R$ 100 to R$ 1.5 million.
Further information for the press:
(21) 3723-8088 and (21) 3723-8117
rafael.cavalcanti@inpresspni.com.br and suzana.ribeiro@inpresspni.com.br
Source: Inmetro
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