Two members of the Consumer Product Safety Commission expressed concerns over e-commerce platforms Shein, Temu, and others after learning of “recent media reports that deadly baby and toddler products are easy to find on these platforms.”
Peter A. Feldman and Douglas Dziak issued a joint statement this week saying they wish to learn more about these companies’ practices.
“We expect agency staff to investigate the companies’ safety and compliance controls; relationships with third-party sellers and consumers; and any representations they make when products are imported,” the statement reads. “Third-party sellers, domestic and foreign, are proliferating on online platforms. This form of commerce can benefit consumers and sellers in many ways, but CPSC must make clear its expectations regarding these platforms’ responsibilities to ensure safety.”
Temu has gained popularity in the last year, as highlighted by advertisements in this year’s Super Bowl. While Temu promises that its low prices on everything …