The 2025 US Product Compliance Guide: Key Federal and State Changes

The 2025 US Product Compliance Guide was published on 13th August, 2025. Further regulatory developments may have occurred after publication. To keep up-to-date with the latest compliance news, sign up to our newsletter.

Navigating US product compliance demands constant vigilance – especially as federal and state rules evolve around packaging, PFAS, batteries, and more.

2025 US Product Compliance Guide Overview

Our essential guide to US Product Compliance cuts through complexity, giving you clear insights to stay informed and ahead of regulatory changes.

This guide leverages insights from our expert-led webinar held in July 2025, US Product Compliance 2025: Key Federal & State Changes to Watch, and is packed with real-world guidance you need to keep your products compliant. Get a consolidated overview of federal and state developments in one place, and be prepared for enforcement trends and regulatory shifts before they surprise you.

This Guide Covers

• Federal Overview & State Emphasis
• PFAS: A Wave of Federal and State Restrictions
• EPR: The Rise of State-Level Packaging Laws
• EPR Expansion: Beyond Packaging to Batteries, Electronics, and More
• Right to Repair: A Growing Movement for Consumer Electronics and Appliances
• The Future of Right to Repair: From Automotive to Medical Equipment
• Webinar Q&A: Real-world questions on US Product Compliance answered

Authors

Kelly Bugiera, Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist and Team Leader, Compliance & Risks

As part of her role at Compliance & Risks, Kelly specializes in researching and monitoring legislative activity on the US state and federal levels, as well as tracking international developments related to topics of customer concern.

With 30+ years of experience in the field of product compliance, she is involved in an array of special customer consulting and assessment projects that cover international standards and regulatory activity for a variety of products and topics. Areas of special focus include circular economy, ESG – Anti-bribery/Anti-corruption, chemicals, product safety, consumer electronics and drinking water.

Luisa Toro Correa, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks

Luisa joined the Global Regulatory Compliance team in 2024 as a Regulatory Compliance Specialist, where she conducts regulatory monitoring on certain U.S. states, as well as internationally.

Prior to joining Compliance & Risks, Luisa held roles focused on toxicology, product safety, and chemical compliance across the consumer goods industry. In her previous role, she managed regulatory compliance for the U.S. and Canada, led R&D consultations, and oversaw full project lifecycles. She also developed compliance strategies, trained staff on labeling and safety, and reviewed product labels and safety data sheets for market readiness.

Patricia Weathers, Regulatory Compliance Specialist and Team Leader, Compliance & Risks

Patricia joined Compliance & Risks as a Regulatory Compliance Specialist in 2024. She is a certified Lead Auditor for ISO 13485 and ISO 9001, and has spent over ten years working in Quality Compliance/Assurance in the medical device and automotive manufacturing sectors. 

Additionally, her background includes research and information services at the academic level and in training development.

Samantha Anguiano, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks

Samantha is a Mexican qualified lawyer, currently living in the US with over 7 years of experience in legal research, negotiation, and regulatory compliance. 

She is currently part of the Global Regulatory Compliance team at Compliance & Risks, where she conducts regulatory analysis at several U.S. state levels, as well as internationally.

Prior to Compliance & Risks, Samantha has years of experience developing risk mitigation strategies, and implementing compliance policies.