Federal Rules Apply

Laundry

Detergent, soaps and fabric care. Selling direct to consumers in Maine.

State licenseNone identified
Federal lawCPSC / FPLA
ClaimsEPA if disinfectant
Ingredient disclosureCheck state law

What is covered

Covered by this path

  • Dry detergent blends
  • Wool balls and dryer sachets

Needs a different path

  • Disinfectant claims
  • Skin-contact claims

Three compliance steps

A

Classify

Cleaning product, not cosmetic.

B

Label

Hazard and net quantity labels.

C

Check Maine rules

Maine has cleaning product laws that should be verified.

Quick reference

ItemRuleRegulator
Cleaning productLabeling rulesCPSC
Germ claimsPesticide registrationEPA

Frequently asked

Can I say antibacterial?

No, not without EPA registration.

Printable checklist

Labels drafted
Claims reviewed
State rules checked