Brazil: Product Liability & Safety

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Brazil Holds Public Hearing On Counterfeit And Irregular Products Online
Four Brazilian federal authorities have jointly convened a public hearing to address the sale of counterfeit and irregular products through digital platforms, signaling a shift toward regulatory proposals for the digital marketplace. The hearing will examine critical issues including platform liability, product verification mechanisms, consumer protection, and cooperation frameworks between platforms, regulators, and rights holders.
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CONAMA Resolution No. 516/2026 Published To Establish The “Brazilian RoHS”
Brazil's National Environmental Council has introduced Resolution No. 516/2026, establishing strict limits on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment sold in the country. The regulation creates a mandatory national registry system and imposes compliance obligations across the entire supply chain, with varying implementation timelines ranging from immediate effect to four years depending on the substance. Non-compliance triggers recall procedures, environmental disposal requirements, and
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