The European Commission’s proposal to revise current textile names legislation is currently with the European Parliament’s Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee (IMCO).

As background, the Commission’s draft proposal aims at simplifying and improving the existing regulatory framework for the development and uptake of novel fibres, with a view to encourage innovation in the textile and clothing sector and to allow fibre users and consumers to benefit. The original proposal was broadly welcomed however there have been a number of amendments proposed at IMCO that would significantly expand the labelling responsibilities of brands and together with the Federation of European Sporting Goods Industries (FESI) we voiced our concerns.

Members of the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee considered the amendments tabled to the draft report of Toine Manders of the Netherlands on the 8th of April, but it now seems as if there is major disagreement between the European Parliament, the European Council and the Rapporteur, Toine Manders MEP.

The current presidency lies with Spain, but it now looks as if they will pass the matter over to the incoming presidency of Belgium which starts on the 1st July.

We will keep you updated!