FAQ

In most cases, more than one ASTM standard (or parts) applies to a certain product. Here is one example:

• ASTM F963-17-Toys-Mechanical Hazards

• ASTM F963-17-Toys-Flammability of Solids

• ASTM F963-17-Toys-Soluble Heavy Metals Content

• CPSIA Section 101-Children’s Products-Total Lead (Pb) Content

The good thing is that you as an importer don’t need to make this assessment yourself. Instead, you can ask a CPSC approved lab testing company such as GIG for a quotation, in which case we present our assessment for your products (e.g. a list of ASTM standards).

Yes. It doesn’t matter if ‘similar products’, even if they originate from the same manufacturer. It’s by definition not “the same product” unless it’s the exact same production run.

Even if the product originates from the same factory, it doesn’t prove that the product is made using the same materials or internal components.

Yes, Amazon is strict when it comes to verifying that toys and other children’s products sold on their US marketplace are fully compliant with CPSIA. Amazon normally requires that you submit your CPSIA lab test report, together with your Children’s Product Certificate (CPC).

Further, Amazon also requires that the ASTM standards listed on the test report are matching those listed on the CPC.

The company name listed on the test report must also match that of the CPC.

No, you don’t necessarily need to get your product ASTM and CPSIA tested inside the United States. However, the lab must be approved by the CPSC for the test report to be valid. If not, you’re just wasting your money.

While you don’t necessarily have to test every single order, at a minimum, you must get the first production run tested. Further, you must also create a testing plan that takes the following into consideration:

1. Testing routine in case a product fails the lab test

2. Standard testing frequency (in case of no failed lab tests)

Yes, you need to test each SKU (e.g. product design or model) that you import and sell in the United States. This also applies to different variations of the same product, such products with different dimensions, materials or colors.

This is also the case if you change the manufacturer.