ICT salutes bid for “greater clarity” in automotive interiors labelling
ICT said it had decided to make a contribution to efforts to make sure the ‘Consumer protection and automotive transparency act’ becomes law because the State of New York is a powerful advocate for consumer rights in the US.
The leather industry organisation said at the start of June that it had decided to contribute $15,000 towards advocacy efforts to have the bill passed. It said introduction of such legislation in New York is likely to lead to similar legislation in other US states.
It added that this could set a precedent for similar legislation in other parts of the world and that this would be a positive step in the protection of the identity of leather, particularly in the automotive sector, where it claimed there is “significant mislabelling”.
ICT president, Burak Uyguner, said: “The International Council of Tanners firmly believes in the importance of transparency and consumer rights. By supporting this bill, we are advocating for greater clarity in the automotive industry, ensuring that consumers are fully aware of the materials used in their vehicle interiors. This aligns with our commitment to promoting ethical practices and sustainability in the leather industry.”
For his part, the managing director of VDL, Andreas Meyer, said: “This bill represents a significant step forward in consumer protection and environmental responsibility. We are excited to contribute to this initiative and support the New York State Legislature in passing a law that prioritises transparency and informed consumer choice.”
The bill received its introduction to the New York State senate in March and is now in the hands of its committee for consumer affairs and protection.
