Product 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
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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
Singapore Product Labeling Requirements: An Overview
Posted on — 2 CommentsPlanning to import or sell products in Singapore? In this guide, we cover labeling requirements for a wide array of consumer products. This includes clothing and textiles labels, children’s product labels, electronics labels, furniture labels, and more. Continue reading Singapore Product Labeling Requirements: An Overview
Canada Product Labeling Requirements: An Overview
Posted on — Leave a commentUnderstanding labeling requirements is essential for Canadian importers and manufacturers. In this guide, we cover the Textile Labeling Act (TLA), children’s product labeling, electronics labeling, CSA marks, language requirements, and more. Continue reading Canada Product Labeling Requirements: An Overview
Occupational Safety and Health Act Guide for US Importers: An Overview
Posted on — Leave a commentThe Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) sets safety requirements for various types of PPE, workwear, and other related products. Such products include face shields, safety glasses, N95 masks, helmets, and work shoes.
Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act may require that you follow certain ANSI (or other) product standards, arrange lab testing, and issue certain documents – such as a safety manual.
Keep reading, and learn what American importers must know about the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Continue reading Occupational Safety and Health Act Guide for US Importers: An Overview
California Proposition 65 Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Posted on — 2 CommentsCalifornia Proposition 65 restricts more than 800 chemicals and heavy metals, including lead, cadmium, and phthalates. Further, California Proposition 65 applies to consumer products for all age groups.
In this guide, we explain what Amazon sellers, importers, and manufacturers must know about California Proposition 65 lab testing – including costs, sample submissions, lead times, failed test results, and more. Continue reading California Proposition 65 Product Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
Dropshipping Product Safety and Compliance Risks: An Overview
Posted on — 6 CommentsIf you’re reading this article you’re likely a dropshipping seller worried about the prospect of unknowingly selling unsafe and non-compliant products. If you ask me, you have reason to be.
There’s are far more questions than answers when it comes to product safety and compliance when it comes to dropshipping. As such, I wrote this article as a reflection on my experience with both sellers and suppliers in the dropshipping world.
Important: This article is not aimed at any particular dropshipping supplier, online marketplace, or service. This article only raises broad and general issues related to product compliance and dropshipping. Continue reading Dropshipping Product Safety and Compliance Risks: An Overview