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HB 1357

Consumer Protection - Menstrual Hygiene Products - Labeling Requirements

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tiffany Alston and 19 co-sponsors

Maryland requires menstrual product manufacturers to disclose all ingredients and allergens on packaging to protect consumer health and enable informed purchasing decisions.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 241
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Bill Summary · HB 1357

Legislative bill overview

HB 1357 requires menstrual hygiene product manufacturers to clearly label all ingredients and potential allergens on packaging sold in Maryland. The bill establishes standardized labeling requirements and gives the state authority to enforce compliance through the consumer protection framework.

Why is this important

Menstrual products currently lack federal ingredient disclosure requirements, leaving consumers—particularly those with allergies or sensitivities—unable to make informed purchases. This bill addresses a significant health and consumer protection gap by ensuring transparency about materials that directly contact sensitive body tissue.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry compliance costs: Manufacturers may argue reformatted packaging and ingredient verification increase production expenses, potentially raising consumer prices
  • Enforcement mechanism ambiguity: The bill's enforcement procedures and penalties for non-compliance are unclear from available summaries, creating uncertainty for businesses
  • Federal preemption questions: Manufacturers may challenge whether Maryland can impose stricter labeling than federal law allows, potentially creating multi-state regulatory complexity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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