Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued a Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019: Under Chief Commissioner Mrs Nidhi Khare, the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued The Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. The issuance of the notice aligns with Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, which grants authority to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) to take essential steps to ensure consumer protection. The Act, reflecting its preamble, emphasises consumer safety as a major goal, acknowledging the entitlement to protection against unsafe goods or services.
Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Safety Notice under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019
The Safety Notice issued under Section 18(2)(j) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) addresses the violation of standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, particularly concerning household goods. According to Section 17 of the BIS Act, it is prohibited for any person to manufacture, import, distribute, sell, hire, lease, store, or exhibit for sale any goods or articles for which the compulsory use of the Standard Mark has been directed by the Central Government under Section 16. Violation of these standards not only poses risks to public safety but also makes consumers vulnerable to severe injuries. To address this concern, the CCPA has issued a Safety Notice regarding certain household goods listed in the notice. These household goods include electrical immersion water heaters, electric irons, switches, domestic gas stoves, microwave ovens, aluminium foil for food packaging, hand-held blenders, domestic electric food mixers, helmets for riders of two-wheeler motor vehicles, sewing machines, and cooking gas cylinders. Each item listed in the Safety Notice corresponds to specific standards mandated by the BIS Act, ensuring their safety and quality. By issuing this Safety Notice, the CCPA aims to raise awareness among consumers, manufacturers, and sellers about the importance of adhering to these standards to safeguard public safety and prevent potential hazards associated with non-compliant household goods.
Listing the household goods for which the CCPA has issued a Safety Notice:
| S.No. | Name | Line Ministry | Standard | Date of coming into force |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrical Immersion Water Heaters | DPIIT | IS 302-2-201 (1992) | 17.02.2003 |
| 2 | Electric Iron | DPIIT | IS 302-2-3 (1992) | 17.02.2003 |
| 3 | Switches for domestic and similar purposes | DPIIT | IS 3854: 1988 | 17.02.2003 |
| 4 | Domestic Gas Stoves for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases | DPIIT | IS 4246:20020 | 01.06.2020 |
| 5 | Microwave Oven | MEITY | IS 302: Part 2 : Sec 25: 2014 | 18.09.2021 |
| 6 | Aluminium Foil for Food Packaging | DPIIT | IS: 15392 | 17.08.2020 |
| 7 | Hand-held Blender | DPIIT | IS 302: Part 2: Sec 25: 2014 | 01.05.2019 |
| 8 | Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer | DPIIT | IS 4250 | 01.05.2019 |
| 9 | IS 302: Part 2: Sec 14 | MoRTH | IS 4151: 2015 | 01.06.2021 |
| 10 | Sewing Machines | DPIIT | Helmets for riders of Two Wheeler Motor Vehicles | 01.09.2021 |
| 11 | Cooking Gas Cylinder | DPIIT | As specified in Gas Cylinder Rules, 2016 | 22.11.2016 |
Which household goods are covered by the Safety Notice issued by the CCPA?
The Safety Notice covers various household goods such as electrical immersion water heaters, electric irons, switches, domestic gas stoves, microwave ovens, aluminium foil for food packaging, hand-held blenders, sewing machines, helmets for riders of two-wheeler motor vehicles, and cooking gas cylinders.
What are the potential consequences for manufacturers or sellers who violate the safety standards mentioned in the Safety Notice?
Violation of safety standards may result in penalties, fines, or legal action against manufacturers or sellers under the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
