Not Knowing the Intended Use of a Product Puts Suppliers and Distributors at Risk

"Unless distributors and suppliers both know the intended use of a product, it's difficult to be sure that the product will comply with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). It can lead to a costly recall that could easily run into six figures plus legal fees," said Rick Brenner, CEO of Bridgeport, Connecticut-based Prime Line and a leading authority on industry product safety issues.