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N.Y. GBS Law § 399-AAAAAA

This is the official text of N.Y. GBS Law § 399-AAAAAA, part of New York’s GBS Law — part of the compiled statutory law of New York, published by the state as "GBS Law." Browse the sections below, each linked to its official government source.

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Diaper labeling

Official statutory text

§ 399-aaaaaa. Diaper labeling. 1. For purposes of this section:\n (a) "ingredient" shall mean an intentionally added substance present\nin a diaper;\n (b) "diaper" shall mean a type of garment or product inserted into a\ngarment for the purpose of absorbing waste products to prevent soiling\nof outer clothing or the external environment without the use of a\ntoilet. These products may be either disposable or reusable.\n 2. No later than twelve months after the effective date of this\nsection, each package or box containing diapers sold in this state shall\ncontain a plain and conspicuous printed list of all ingredients which\nshall be listed in order of predominance. Such list shall either be\nprinted on the package or affixed thereto.\n 3. The requirements of this section shall apply in addition to any\nother labeling requirements established pursuant to any other provision\nof law.\n 4. Whenever a violation of this section has occurred, a civil penalty\nof one percent of the manufacturer's total annual in-state sales not to\nexceed one thousand dollars per package or box shall be imposed on the\nmanufacturer.\n

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