What is CPC certification? What items need to be tested for CPC certification?

I. Core Test Items for CPC Certification

CPC certification is a document based on the CPSIA (Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act) regulations, which requires all children's products (under 12 years old) to pass third-party laboratory tests. For children's toys, the core tests include: CPSIA Chemical Testing: Total lead content (surface coating or substrate) ≤100ppm to ensure no risk of lead poisoning; 6 specific phthalates (such as DEHP, DBP) content ≤0.1% to prevent reproductive toxicity hazards. ASTM F963 Comprehensive Standard: Physical and mechanical performance testing, assessing small parts separation (to prevent choking), sharp edges, tensile strength, etc.; flammability testing, targeting fabrics and plush materials, checking flame spread rate ≤75mm/s; chemical content testing, detecting migration of eight major heavy metals (such as antimony, arsenic) ≤ specified limits. Huabiao Testing's CPC test laboratories are equipped with advanced equipment such as XRF spectrometers and migration test boxes, strictly following CPSC (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission) guidelines to ensure test accuracy at ppm level. The report is directly applicable for CPC certificate applications and is internationally recognized.

II. Why Children's Toys Must Emphasize CPC Testing

CPC compliance is mandatory by law: U.S. Customs has an inspection rate as high as 25%, and non-compliant products will be returned or destroyed; platforms require Amazon North American sellers to upload CPC certificates, otherwise listings cannot be listed; customer demands from brand buyers like Walmart and Target during factory audits must check CPC reports; risk prevention violations can result in fines up to $100,000, far exceeding the cost of testing.

III. Common Risks for Enterprises and Huabiao Solutions

Toy sellers often cause trouble due to lax material control: plastic small parts with excessive lead content leading to choking risks; plush toys failing flammability tests resulting in removal from shelves. Huabiao provides pre-screening services to identify potential issues early, such as testing for phthalates in supply chain coatings to avoid mass rectification.

Huabiao（GIG）Testing has an experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment to provide you with a complete Amazon TIC certification solution. It has passed CMA/CNAS qualification certification, ensuring accurate and reliable test data, and its test reports have national/international credibility. It helps customers manage risks and meet your product market requirements, assisting your products in selling globally.