Product Certification Requirements in the United States: An Overview

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Product certification is mandatory when manufacturing, importing and selling certain products in the United States. In this guide, we introduce you to product certification requirements covering the following areas:

  • Toys and children’s products
  • General use products
  • Electronics
  • Wooden products
  • Other products

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Phone Case Regulations in the United States: A Quick Guide

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Phone Cases Standards in the United States

Planning to sell phone cases in the United States? This guide serves as an introduction to several US regulations setting requirements concerning chemicals and labelling for phone cases imported to or manufactured for sale in the United States.

Product examples

  • Plastic phone cases
  • Silicon phone cases
  • Aluminium phone cases
  • Leather phone cases
  • Phone cases for children

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Kitchen Appliance Regulations in the United States: A Quick Guide

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itchen Appliance Regulations in the United States

Both electrical and non-electrical kitchen appliances are covered by various regulations and standards in the United States. The compliance requirements range from chemicals in food containers to energy efficiency and battery safety.

This is a relatively complex area, were requ9rements are largely decided by the type of kitchen appliance and its components. This guide serves as an introduction to many of the key regulations and standards that you need to be aware of in this industry.

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CPSIA Durable Infant or Toddler Products Guide: A Quick Guide

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All children’s products manufactured or imported in the US are covered by the CPSIA. However, additional requirements apply to certain types of children’s furniture, baby walkers, play yards, and other products classified as durable infant and toddler products.

In this guide, we explain what these additional requirements are and how they impact manufacturers, importers and Amazon sellers.

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Pet Product Regulations in the United States: A Practical Guide

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Pet products and pet toys manufactured or imported to the United States are subject to various regulations. The specific requirements depend on the product type, but can cover chemicals, labelling, and safety standards.

In this guide, we explain how the TSCA, Lacey Act, country of origin marking, and other compliance requirements relate to pet products and pet toys sold in the United States.

Note: We do not cover any requirements relating to pet food, and do not list requirements that apply to products in general or packaging. Also, this guide does not cover all possible US regulations that apply to pet products.

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Electric Scooter Regulations in the United States: A Practical Guide

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Electric Scooter Regulations in the United States

Electric scooters manufactured or imported in the United States are subject to various compliance requirements, including labelling, documentation, and substance restrictions, at both the federal and state levels.

In this guide, we take a look at FCC requirements under 49 CFR Part 15, CPSIA requirements, and other key requirements that are relevant to electric scooters in the United States.

We also explain why product safety standards, such as UL 2272, are relevant to the manufacturing and importation of electric scooters in the United States.

Note: We do not list requirements that apply to products in general or packaging. Also, this guide does not cover all possible US regulations that apply to electric scooters.

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Food Packaging Regulations in the US: An Overview

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Food Packaging Regulations in the US

Food packaging must be compliant with various federal and state regulations in the United States. These regulations set requirements concerning substances, labeling, GMP, and other aspects.

In this guide, we list key US food contact materials regulations, FPLA, UPLR, Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation, and other compliance requirements relevant to food packaging imported or manufactured for the US market.

Note: This guide only covers requirements applicable to food packaging materials. It does not cover food labelling requirements. Furthermore, we do not claim that we list all requirements applicable to food packaging in the US.
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Pump Regulations in the United States: An Overview

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Pumps imported or imported for use in the United States are subject to various compliance requirements. In this guide, we take a closer look at the Energy Conservation Program, FCC requirements contained in 49 CFR Part 15, and other requirements that are relevant to pumps in the United States.

In addition, we explain why product safety standards, such as UL 778, are relevant when manufacturing or importing pumps.

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Air Purifier Regulations in the United States: An Overview

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Air Purifier Regulations in the United States

Air purifiers manufactured or imported to the United States must comply with different US federal and state-level regulations. In this guide, we take a closer look at regulations like FCC 49 CFR Part 15, the Energy Conservation Program, CPSIA, and other requirements that are relevant to air purifiers in the United States.

In addition, we also explain why product standards, such as UL 867, are relevant when importing or manufacturing air purifiers.

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