The New US Toy Safety Standard Required The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is now requiring toy manufacturers to test to the new Toy Safety Standard, ASTM F963-16. The new…
Category: Industry Developments
RoHS 3, Prop 65 Updates, VOC Testing Expansion
What is RoHS 3? Are you prepared for RoHS 3 compliance? During 2019 there will be increased focus on RoHS compliance. On July 22, 2019 RoHS 3 becomes effective. RoHS…
Toy Testing Requirements
With the recent state legislation coming into effect for various states, we would like to highlight the current/pending requirements that your business should be considering as it relates to Toys…
Toy Safety Standards
CPSIA Periodic Testing: On February 8, 2013, periodic testing will be required for all the children’s required safety regulations, even if there is no material change to the product. Per…
Toy Safety Regulations
Toy Safety Testing to ASTM F963-11 On June 12, 2012 ASTM F963-11 “Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety” became effective as a federal requirement for toy safety testing. This…
Rhode Island Requiring Children’s Jewelry To Comply With Safety Standard
On December 31, 2011 the stay of enforcement for third-party testing and certification was lifted. The required testing per the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) includes total lead content limits…