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NJ A2063
NJ A2063Prohibits sale and distribution of nail products containing dibutyl phthalates, toluene, or formaldehyde.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would prohibit the sale or distribution of any nail polish or nail hardener containing, composed of, or made with dibutyl phthalates, toluene, or formaldehyde. The bill would prohibit the sale or distribution of any nail polish or nail hardener containing, composed of, or made with the prohibited chemicals. Any seller or distributor of nail polish or nail hardener that contains the prohibited chemicals would be required to issue an immediate recall for that nail polish or nail hardener. The Director of Consumer Affairs would be required to issue an immediate recall for any nail polish or nail hardener which the director determines contains dibutyl phthalates, toluene, or formaldehyde. A retail mercantile establishment would be required to remove the nail polish or nail hardener from any display and make it unavailable for purchase within 48 hours after receiving notice that the nail products contain the prohibited chemicals, and return the recalled nail polish or hardener to the seller or distributor within 14 days. Within 60 business days after receiving nail polish or nail hardener that has been recalled, the seller or distributor would be required to dispose of the nail polish or nail hardener in a manner and location designed to remove them from access by the general public, and in compliance with all applicable laws for disposal. A person who knowingly violates these provisions would be guilty of an unlawful practice pursuant to the "Consumer Fraud Act." An unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud Act is punishable by a monetary penalty of not more than $10,000 for a first offense and not more than $20,000 for any subsequent offense. In addition, a violation can result in cease and desist orders issued by the Attorney General, the assessment of punitive damages, and the awarding of treble damages and costs to the injured. This bill would take effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sale or distribution of nail polish or nail hardeners that contain dibutyl phthalates, toluene, or formaldehyde, which are chemicals that can be harmful. If a seller or distributor is found to be selling these products, they must immediately recall them, and the Director of Consumer Affairs will also issue recalls for any products found to contain these prohibited chemicals. Retail stores must remove these recalled products from display within 48 hours of being notified and return them to the seller or distributor within 14 days. The seller or distributor then has 60 business days to dispose of the recalled products safely and legally, ensuring they are removed from public access. Knowingly violating these provisions is considered an unlawful practice under the "Consumer Fraud Act," which can result in significant monetary penalties, cease and desist orders from the Attorney General, and potential awards of damages to those harmed. These new rules will take effect seven months after the bill is enacted.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2063 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2063_I1.HTM |
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