Chemical, flammability, and safety lab testing is often required when importing and manufacturing clothing and other textiles in the United States. In this guide, we cover textiles testing costs, standards, compliance risks, and more. Continue reading Clothing & Textiles Product Lab Testing in the United States: A Complete Guide
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FCC Electronic Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Posted on — 1 CommentThird-party lab testing is required in order to verify compliance with one or more FCC rules. In this guide, we explain what ‘FCC lab testing’ actually means, and to which products the testing procedures apply. Further, we also cover costs, managing testing failure, and more. Continue reading FCC Electronic Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standards Lab Testing Guide
Posted on — 4 CommentsProduct testing according to UL standards is necessary if you plan to sell electronic and electrical products in the United States – in particular, if you’re an Amazon seller. In this guide, we explain what UL testing is, how much you should expect to pay, Amazon requirements, dealing with failed tests, and much more. Continue reading Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standards Lab Testing Guide
Supplement Regulations in the United States: An Overview
Posted on — Leave a commentPlanning to import or manufacture supplements in the United States? This guide serves as an introduction to supplement compliance requirements in the US, including FDA regulations, PPPA, GMP, lab testing, labeling, and much more. Continue reading Supplement Regulations in the United States: An Overview
FDA Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Posted on — 2 CommentsPlanning to import or manufacture food contact materials, medical devices, cosmetics, or other products covered by FDA rules? In this guide, you will learn the basics of product testing according to FDA compliance requirements.
Note: This guide is only relevant for consumer products, such as kitchen utensils. For example, this guide does not cover testing for pharmaceuticals. Continue reading FDA Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Buying ASTM Standards Online: A Complete Guide
Posted on — 3 CommentsASTM (American Society for Testing Material) is a non-profit organization in the United States that develops consensus standards for toys, furniture, cosmetics, construction materials, electronics, and other products. It’s often necessary to incorporate ASTM standards into product design and specifications – which in turn requires that you have access to the actual standards.
In this article, we list seven online stores that sell ASTM standards in PDF and hardcopy versions. Continue reading Buying ASTM Standards Online: A Complete Guide
Laser Device Regulations in the United States: An Overview
Posted on — Leave a commentLaser devices imported or manufactured in the United States are subject to safety standards, labeling, certification, and testing requirements. This guide serves as a basic instruction to a wide range of laser devices – including barcode scanners, cosmetic laser devices, laser welding machines, and more. Continue reading Laser Device Regulations in the United States: An Overview
Children’s School Supplies and Stationery Regulations in the US
Posted on — Leave a commentChildren’s school supplies are subject to substance regulations, labeling, certification, and lab testing requirements. In this guide, we cover the basics of CPSIA, ASTM standards, country of origin labeling, and much more.
We also cover some of the main compliance risks importers are exposed to when sourcing school supplies overseas. Continue reading Children’s School Supplies and Stationery Regulations in the US
CPSIA Requirements For Amazon Sellers: Frequently Answered Questions
Posted on — 1 CommentSelling children’s products on Amazon in the United States requires full compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). In this guide, you will learn why Amazon requires CPSIA compliance – and what documents they normally request. Continue reading CPSIA Requirements For Amazon Sellers: Frequently Answered Questions
List of UL Standards Testing Companies: Our Top 7 Picks
Posted on — 2 CommentsUnderwriter Laboratories (UL) are most well-known for developing product standards – also known as UL standards. While UL also offers lab testing services, other labs are also accredited to test products according to applicable UL standards.
In this guide, we list several leading companies offering UL standards testing solutions for electronics, and other product categories. Continue reading List of UL Standards Testing Companies: Our Top 7 Picks