§ 14–1330
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Com. Law § 14-1330 (2026)
Title 14. Miscellaneous Consumer Protection Provisions
Subtitle 13. Miscellaneous Provisions
§ 14–1330LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2)
“Confidential substance” means any ingredient:
(i)
For which a claim has been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for inclusion on the confidential portion of the federal Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical Substance Inventory;
(ii)
For which the manufacturer of the menstrual product or the supplier of the ingredient claims protection under the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act; or
(iii)
That is generally recognized as safe by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration under 21 C.F.R. § 170.30.
(3)
“Ingredient” means any intentionally added substance in a menstrual hygiene product that serves a technical or functional purpose in the finished product, including any fragrance or coloring.
(4)
“Menstrual hygiene product” means a disposable or reusable product used for the purpose of absorbing or containing menstruation or vaginal discharge, including sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups.
(b)
(1)
Beginning April 1, 2028, a manufacturer of menstrual hygiene products shall include a list of all ingredients listed in order of predominance and displayed prominently in conspicuous type on each consumer–facing package of menstrual hygiene products sold in the State.
(2)
A manufacturer may list a confidential substance by its common name to protect confidentiality.