What is covered and what needs another path
Covered
- Plain laundry detergent and soap
- Dryer balls and accessories
- Stain removers without germ claims
Needs a different path
- Sanitizing or disinfecting claims
- Products with unlisted hazards
- Unlabeled chemical blends
Three compliance steps
A
Check the hazards
Lye or strong ingredients trigger hazard labeling.
B
Avoid pesticide claims
Any germ-kill claim needs EPA registration.
C
Register for tax
Non-food goods are taxable.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|---|---|
| Detergent | Hazard labeling | CPSC |
| Sanitizer claim | Pesticide registration | EPA |
| Dryer balls | General consumer product | CPSC |
| Sales tax | Full state and local rates | LDR |
FAQ
Do I need a permit?
No LDAF license for laundry products was found in the licensing list reviewed.
Can I say it disinfects?
Not without EPA registration.
Checklist
- Hazards labeled
- No germ claims
- Net quantity stated
- Business address
- Tax registered
- Safety data kept