Requirements for products containing lead or cadmium modified, sale of menstrual products containing arsenic or chemicals of high concern prohibited, labeling and testing for menstrual products required, and rulemaking required.

HF 2983 prohibits the sale of menstrual products containing arsenic or "chemicals of high concern" (as defined in Minnesota law) and sets limits for lead (over 0.009%) and cadmium (over 0.0075%) in various consumer products, including jewelry, toys, cosmetics, and menstrual products. It requires manufacturers to label menstrual products and undergo testing, while also mandating that they notify sellers if products contain banned substances. The bill applies directly to manufacturers, retailers, and distributors of these products within Minnesota, with enforcement handled by the Pollution Control Agency, Commerce Department, and Attorney General. Rulemaking authority allows for future expansion of these restrictions to additional product categories, effective between 2027 and 2032.