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The Panelists:

• Textile Supplier - AEGIS Environments, W. Curtis White, CEO and Director of R&D
• Major Apparel Brand - Under Armour, Bill Mickle, Director of Material Innovation
• Testing Lab - SGS U.S. Testing Co., Karen Kyllo, Ph.D., Deputy VP Global Softlines
• Retailer - Patagonia, Randy Harward, Director of Quality Assurance
• Agency - American Apparel & Footwear Assoc., Nate Herman, Sr. Director of Int. Trade
• Moderator - TEXbase, Joe Walkuski, President

The Consumer Product Improvement Act of 2008 becomes effective February 10, 2009, limiting the use of lead on products for children up to the age of 12. As a result, apparel manufacturers and their retail customers may be stuck with inventory that could be illegal to sell. The product safety law also boosts the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) funding and authority, and raises concern regarding certain types of phthalates and other questionable chemicals used within the product development process. The impact on the entire supply chain is significant. Current global pressures will continue to increase into the future with mounting regulations on restricted substances.

All textile-based suppliers, manufacturers and retailers are invited and urged to
attend this special event. Have your questions answered, and plan your strategy!

FabricLink welcomes TEXbase in presenting this, our 12th Panel Event to address what this legislation means to Brands, Suppliers and Retailers; and to explore the supply chain’s responsibility to provide transparent production, including ways to track and insure the various components are in compliance with these new safety requirements. Join this important and timely discussion. Have your questions answered, plan your strategy and network!