Guide to CPSC eFiling Registration & Upload in 3 Steps

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Are you importing children’s products or general-use products to the United States? Starting July 8, 2026, you will be required to submit certificate data via the CPSC eFiling portal.

That said, you must register before you can submit data via eFiling. This guide explains what you need to register and the information you must submit for each shipment that requires eFiling going forward.

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Children’s Clothing Regulations in the United States

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Planning to import or manufacture children’s apparel for sale in the United States? Then you must ensure compliance with mandatory standards, chemical restrictions, certification, and labelling requirements. This guide serves as an introduction to the CPSIA, Part 1120, and other compliance requirements applicable to children’s clothing.

  • You must design the garment based on applicable rules and standards
  • Third-party lab testing is required for children’s clothing
  • You must create a CPC and affix label information
  • eFiling is required for children’s clothing starting July 8, 2026

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Speakers and Sound System Regulations in the United States

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Speakers Regulations in the United States

Speakers and sound systems sold in the United States are subject to regulations, standards, and licensing requirements. This guide explains what US importers and manufacturers must know about FCC rules, UL standards, and Bluetooth licensing for various types of speakers and other sound equipment.

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Here are some types of speakers and audio products covered by this guide:

  • Surround speakers
  • Smart speakers
  • HiFi speakers
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • Portable speakers
  • Children’s products with speakers
  • USB speakers
  • HDMI speakers

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Home Textile Regulations and Standards in the United States

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Home Textile Regulations in the US

Home textile products imported or manufactured for sale in the United States are subject to various regulations and standards. The requirements range from chemical restrictions, to labeling and certification requirements.

In this guide, we take a closer look at home textile compliance requirements and related products:

  • Carpets
  • Rugs
  • Mattress pads
  • Curtains
  • Window coverings
  • Home textiles with filling materials
  • Home textiles for children
  • Beddings
  • Pillow cases

Some regulations and standards apply to components that are often incorporated in home textile products, such as operating cords.

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Guide to FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Labeling Requirements

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FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Labeling Requirements

FCC 47 CFR Part 15 sets labeling requirements that are applicable to most electronics in the United States. In this guide, we provide an introduction to some of the key labeling requirements for both unintentional and intentional radiators:

  • Compliance statement
  • FCC logo
  • Identification information
  • FCC ID
  • Labeling specific to certain devices

Note: Some information is required to be presented on or accessible via the product. That said, some information is only to be provided with the product (i.e., as part of instructions or other documentation).

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Guide to US Regulations for Musical Instruments

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US Regulations for Musical Instruments

Planning to import or manufacture musical instruments for sale in the United States? This guide covers compliance requirements for acoustic and electric musical instruments. We also cover musical instruments intended for children, including toy instruments.

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Product Warning Labeling Requirements in the United States

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Warning labels are mandatory for a wide range of products sold in the United States. This guide provides an overview of several warning labeling requirements applicable to consumer products, chemicals, and packaging materials.

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eFiling for General Use Products in 6 Steps

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Planning to import general-use products into the United States? Starting in July 2026, eFilign is required for general-use products (non-children’s products) covered by product safety rules that require a GCC.

This guide breaks down the process into 6 key steps, starting with getting your product ready for eFiling.

Note: Read this guide if you need to determine if eFiling is required for your product.

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Which Products Require CPSC eFiling?

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Starting in July 2026, eFiling is mandatory for certain products imported into the United States. This guide can help you determine if your products are covered by eFiling requirements.

2026 update: We added an infographic and the full list of children’s products and general-use products that require certification and eFiling. We also added a video tutorial.

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eFiling for Toys & Children’s Products in 7 Steps

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eFiling is required for toys and children’s products imported to the United States, starting on July 8th, 2026. This guide explains how you can get your toy or children’s product ready for eFiling, and the information you need to register and submit as part of the CPSC eFiling submission.

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