Consumer Product Safety Commission

American  

noun

U.S. Government.

1. an independent regulatory agency, created in 1972, that protects the public against risk of injury from consumer products. CPSC

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Example Sentences

The National Transportation Safety Board was created to investigate aviation accidents, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission investigates products that may pose a danger.

From Los Angeles Times

At the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the agency in April proposed a major safety regulation for lithium-ion batteries often found in e-bikes and scooters.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Consumer Product Safety Commission was established in 1972 to be led by five members who were appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate.

From Los Angeles Times

The Consumer Product Safety Commission regulates companies that sell the material, but there is little oversight of those who buy the chemicals that can be used to make explosives.

From Los Angeles Times

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Dec. 12 a recall pertaining to 2.6 million Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action Travel Mugs because of potential burn hazards.

From Salon