FAQ

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.

Why must Amazon sellers pay attention to TIC direct verification?

Recently, Ningbo Huabiao Testing was officially listed as a TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) direct verification audit institution for toys on the Amazon North American site. Starting from September, Huabiao Testing can provide one-stop compliance testing and report verification services for domestic toy sellers exporting to the North American region, helping sellers significantly reduce compliance costs and operational risks. This news not only means that a new compliance path has been opened for toy export enterprises but also indicates further standardization and efficiency in the entry barriers of the North American market.

Amazon New Rule Analysis: TIC direct verification becomes a mandatory requirement

The recent new rules introduced by the Amazon US site clearly require that certain categories of products, such as toys, must undergo direct verification through an Amazon-recognized TIC institution. This change completely changes the previous model where sellers uploaded compliance reports themselves, and instead, it is now the responsibility of TIC institutions to complete testing, verification, and upload results directly to the Amazon platform. Sellers cannot intervene or upload reports during the entire process, and products that fail direct verification will face risks such as link removal and deletion. The introduction of this new rule aims to further enhance the safety and compliance of products on the platform, protect consumer rights, and at the same time regulate seller behavior. For sellers, the traditional mode of entrusting a testing agency and uploading reports is no longer applicable, and they must promptly adjust their compliance strategies and choose a TIC institution recognized by Amazon to carry out direct verification work.

Huabiao（GIG） Testing: A reliable partner on the path to compliance

As an officially recognized TIC institution by Amazon, Huabiao Testing has comprehensive testing capabilities and rich industry experience, providing toy sellers with comprehensive testing services covering multiple indicators such as physical mechanical properties, chemical safety, and electrical safety. Its test reports can be directly uploaded to the Amazon platform, ensuring transparency and authority in the compliance process. Huabiao Testing's one-stop service not only includes product testing and report verification but also covers compliance consulting, process guidance, and other value-added services, helping sellers quickly adapt to new regulatory requirements in a complex regulatory environment and reduce operational interruption risks caused by compliance issues.

Seller Response Strategy: Actively Comply, Seize Market Opportunities

Faced with Amazon's new rules, sellers need to act quickly to avoid impacting their sales plans due to compliance issues. Specifically, sellers should first confirm whether their products fall within the scope of mandatory verification, then select the ASINs that need testing on the Amazon seller platform, and choose Huabiao Testing and other compliant partners from the officially approved TIC institution list to initiate the verification process. Choosing to cooperate with local well-known institutions like Huabiao Testing can not only effectively shorten the testing cycle but also provide enterprises with more targeted compliance solutions due to its in-depth understanding of China's supply chain and international standards. In addition, Huabiao Testing's service network covers the entire country, providing sellers with convenience such as nearby sampling and rapid response, further reducing time and financial costs.

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.

Amazon's Help Center has recently launched a new toy compliance policy: toys must be directly verified by trusted third-party institutions (TIC). This change fundamentally resolves the uncertainty of report audits in the past, allowing sellers to more efficiently maintain their sales permissions. The implementation date is set for September 2025, affecting the United States, Canada, the UK, and eight countries within the European Union (Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Italy, Sweden).

The three key points are as follows: report audits will be transferred to TIC institutions; verification results will be automatically uploaded to the backend; it applies to all old and new products. Those who pass the verification can continue selling, while those who fail will face removal from the shelves. The new regulations target past violations such as falsifying certificates and uploading incomplete documents, with Amazon tightening its audit process significantly. As a reputable white list laboratory, Ningbo Huabiao Testing covers the entire European site, as well as the US and Canada. We offer one-stop services to ensure your toy products quickly become compliant. Don't let the new regulations become stumbling blocks; contact Ningbo Huabiao to embark on a smooth sales journey!

Huabiao（GIG） Testing boasts an experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment to provide you with a complete CPC certification solution. We have passed CMA/CNAS qualification certification, with accurate and reliable test data, and our test reports have international credibility. We help customers manage risks and meet the market requirements of your products, assisting them in selling globally.

In recent years, the US CPSIA regulations have been updated frequently, with increasingly strict requirements. Product recalls due to quality issues in children's products have also occurred frequently, causing significant losses for many companies. Therefore, how to meet the regulatory requirements of the US market has become a difficult challenge for many child product manufacturers and exporters, and it is also key to winning the American market. Today, our editor from Huabiao Testing will guide you on how to handle CPC certification and what are the requirements for Amazon CPC certification?

What is CPC certification?CPC certification, officially known as Children's Product Certificate, is an accreditation for children's products sold in the US market. It certifies that the product complies with all applicable US Consumer Product Safety Regulations (CPSIA) as well as other relevant regulations and standards.The process of handling CPC certification:1. Determine the applicable regulations and standards: First, you need to identify which regulations and standards your product needs to comply with. This may include ASTM test standards, CPSC regulations, etc. 2. Choose a qualified third-party testing agency: Select a qualified third-party testing agency to conduct product testing. Ningbo Huabiao Testing is a professional testing agency that can provide comprehensive CPC certification services. 3. Prepare samples for testing: According to the selected test standards, prepare samples and conduct tests. Test items may include physical and mechanical performance tests, chemical tests, combustion tests, etc. 4. Compile the CPC certificate: After passing the test, the testing agency compiles the CPC certificate. The certificate must include the following information:   o Product name, description, and applicable CPSIA sections;   o Manufacturer information;   o Importer or distributor information;   o Test results and compliance declaration;   o Testing agency information and contact details.

5. Submit the CPC certificate to Amazon: Submit the CPC certificate to the Amazon platform to prove that your product meets the relevant requirements. Huabiao Testing has a team of experienced technical personnel and advanced testing equipment to provide you with a complete solution for Amazon CPC certification. We have passed CMA/CNAS qualification certification, ensuring accurate and reliable test data, and our test reports carry national/international credibility. We help customers manage risks and meet their product market requirements, assisting your products to sell successfully worldwide.

In recent years, the U.S. CPSIA regulations have been updated frequently, with increasingly strict requirements. Product recalls due to quality issues with children's products have also occurred frequently, causing significant losses for many companies. Therefore, how to meet the increasingly stringent regulatory requirements of the U.S. market has become a difficult challenge faced by many child product manufacturers and exporters, and it is also key to winning the U.S. market. Today, HuaBiao Testing editor will guide you through the entire process of CPC certification for 2025: A Mandatory Guide for Amazon Sellers.

What is CPC Certification?CPC certification stands for Children's Product Certificate and is a safety certification for children's products sold in the U.S. market. The CPC certificate must be issued by a manufacturer or importer based in the United States, proving that their product complies with all applicable U.S. Consumer Product Safety Regulations (CPSC).Which Products Require CPC Certification?Amazon requires the following types of children's products to provide CPC certification: · Children's toys · Children's clothing · Children's care products · Children's learning materials · Children's furniture, etc.What Standards Must CPC Certification Follow?CPC certification must follow the following standards: · American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards · U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations · Other applicable federal laws and standardsCPC Certification Process1. Product testing: First, you need to send your product to a qualified third-party testing agency for testing. Ningbo HuaBiao Testing is a professional testing agency that can provide comprehensive CPC certification testing services. 2. Prepare technical documents: After the test is completed, you need to prepare technical documents, including product description, test report, production process description, etc. 3. Write the CPC certificate: Based on the technical documents and test report, write the CPC certificate. The certificate should include the following information: o Product information o Manufacturer information o Importer information (if applicable) o Compliant regulations and standards o Date and location of the test report o Testing agency information 4. Submit the CPC certificate: Submit the CPC certificate to the Amazon platform and ensure that all product listings are accompanied by the CPC certificate. HuaBiao Testing has an experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment to provide you with a complete Amazon CPC certification solution. It has passed CMA/CNAS qualification certification, ensuring accurate and reliable test data, and the test reports have international credibility. It helps customers manage risks and meet your product market requirements, assisting your products to sell well globally.

In recent years, frequent updates to US CPSIA regulations and increasingly stringent requirements have led to numerous product recalls due to children's product quality issues, causing significant losses for many enterprises. Meeting US market regulatory requirements has become a critical challenge for children's product manufacturers and exporters, as well as the key to succeeding in the American market. Today, Huabiao Testing presents this comprehensive guide to magnetic toy CPC certification.

What is CPC Certification?

CPC (Children's Product Certificate) is a mandatory safety certification for all children's products sold in the US market. It demonstrates compliance with all applicable US safety regulations and standards, including but not limited to:

• ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards

• CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) regulations

CPC Certification Requirements for Magnetic Toys

Magnetic toys must meet the following CPC certification requirements:

1. Magnet Safety: Magnets must comply with ASTM F963-17 standards to prevent health risks from ingestion

2. Labeling and Warnings: Products and packaging must display appropriate warning labels about potential hazards

3. Test Reports: Must provide test reports from accredited laboratories proving compliance with relevant safety standards

CPC Certification Process

1. Select Authorized Testing Agency: Choose an accredited testing agency like Ningbo Huabiao Testing

2. Product Testing: Conduct magnet safety testing according to ASTM F963-17 and other required safety tests

3. Prepare Technical Documentation: Compile technical files including product design, manufacturing, and testing documentation

4. Draft CPC Certificate: Prepare the CPC certificate based on test results and applicable regulations

5. Submit CPC Certificate: Provide the CPC certificate to manufacturers or importers and ensure CPC certification numbers appear on all packaging and promotional materials

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

With our experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment, Huabiao Testing provides complete CPC certification solutions. Our CMA/CNAS-accredited laboratory delivers accurate test data and internationally recognized reports, helping clients manage risks and meet market requirements for global success.