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The ACCC's approach to merger reviews

The ACCC reviews mergers and acquisitions to determine whether they are likely to substantially lessen competition, with the aim of ensuring that markets work well for consumers.
16 April 2014

Consumer product safety online

This report is for Australian and overseas-based businesses that supply, or intend to supply, products to Australian consumers via the internet.
20 March 2014

Portable swimming pools

This guide provides a summary of the requirements for the supply of portable swimming pools, also known as inflatable pools.

7 February 2014

Targeting scams: report of the ACCC on scam activity 2012

Yearly report produced by the ACCC on scam activity highlighting key trends and impact of scams on the community.
11 June 2013

More toys for under 3s covered by safety standard

Outlines the new requirements of the revised mandatory standard for toys for children under three.
27 May 2013

Product safety: Mandatory standards & bans

A list of products with mandatory standards regulated by the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and enforced by the ACCC.
23 May 2013

Pedal bicycles and bicycle helmets: bulletin

This bulletin alerts suppliers of pedal bicycles and bicycle helmets to some of the hazards associated with these consumer goods.
9 October 2012

Formaldehyde in cosmetics including hair products: bulletin

This bulletin provides information about formaldehyde in cosmetics and the hazards associated with its use.
6 July 2012

Chemicals in cosmetics including hair products: bulletin

This bulletin alerts suppliers of cosmetics, including hair care products, to some of the product safety hazards associated with these items and outlines some of your responsibilities as a supplier.
6 July 2012

New tobacco health warnings

Suppliers of tobacco within and into Australia have mandatory information requirements for health warnings on all tobacco products.
6 July 2012