Treated Articles and Preservatives

Many consumer products are treated during manufacturing to protect the product and extend its shelf life. A treated article is a product that contains a preservative to prevent microbial degradation of the article during normal use. Preservatives in treated articles are regulated under the relevant Acts and Regulations in the United States and Canada.

Examples of treated articles include finished textiles, wood treatment, molded plastic items, roofing materials, paints, coatings, landscaping fabrics, shower curtains, and cell phone cases.

Intertek’s pesticides team has the knowledge and experience to help clients understand the nuances of treated article exemptions.

Intertek can help companies comply with treated article regulations by:

• Conducting feasibility assessments to determine if treated articles are exempt from registration;
• Reviewing label claims to ensure they meet the requirements under the treated article exemption; and
• Ensuring that products used to treat articles are registered for that use.