Category: United States

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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CPSIA Children’s Product Certificate (CPC): A Practical Guide

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Issuing a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) is mandatory when importing or manufacturing toys and other children’s products in the United States. Doing so requires that you know how to correctly input information about the product, your company, and the CPSC-accepted lab testing company that has tested your products.

In this guide, you will learn what to include in your CPC while avoiding some of the more common mistakes we’ve encountered.

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CPSIA and ASTM F963-23 Product Lab Testing

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The CPSIA requires that all toys and other children’s products sold in the United States be safety tested. This generally involves testing according to one or more children’s product safety rules. For toys, testing according to ASTM F963-23 is also required.

In this guide, we explain what US businesses selling children’s products must know about CPSIA and ASTM F963-23 testing requirements.

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CPSIA Tracking Label Guide For Importers & Amazon Sellers

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Children’s products sold in the United States must have a tracking label that makes it possible to trace a product to a certain company and production run. In this guide, we explain what you must know about creating CPSIA tracking labels, including the required information, placement, and much more.

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Amazon Product Compliance Requirements in the United States

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Amazon Product Compliance Requirements in the United States

Businesses selling products on Amazon in the United States must ensure compliance with various regulations and standards. In this guide, we explain what you must know about Amazon compliance requirements concerning US federal and US state regulations.

You will also learn why voluntary UL and ASTM standards are also mandatory for certain products sold on Amazon in the US.
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Packaging Recycling and Sustainability Symbols in the US: An Overview

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This guide explains what businesses must know about packaging symbols related to recycling and sustainability in the United States. Some markings and symbols are mandated by law, while others are voluntary.

It is also important to avoid making claims about packaging recyclability and sustainability that cannot be proven.

Keep reading to learn more about Resin Identification Codes, 16 CFR Part 260, BPI Certification Mark, and other US packaging recycling and sustainability markings and symbols.
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