Part I imposes strict liability on producers (manufacturers, raw material suppliers, importers being first importers into the EC, ‘own branders’ and ‘forgetful suppliers’, e.g. a retailer who fails to supply the identity of the producer) for defective goods that cause personal injury and damage to private property over £275. Section 4 sets out six defences to strict liability, notably the ‘state of the art’ defence. Part II has been largely superseded by the General Product Safety Regulations 1994 under which safety is assessed by factors such as relevant British or European standards. A breach is a criminal offence; product liability insurance covers prosecution defence costs.