Amazon CPC testing and certification process for children's dolls
Date：2025-07-28 09:45:13 Classification
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The CPC testing and certification process and key points of children's dolls exported to Amazon in the United States, integrating US CPSC regulations and Amazon's latest requirements (as of 2025):
I. Core regulations and test standards
1. Mandatory testing basis
- Safety standards:
- `ASTM F963-22` (toy safety standard)
- `16 CFR 1501` (small parts anti-choking requirements)
- Chemical restrictions (CPSIA requirements):
- Lead content ≤ 100ppm
- Phthalates (6 items including DEHP/DBP/BBP) ≤ 0.1%
- Special requirements:
- Sound dolls must pass battery safety tests (16 CFR Part 1505)
- Textile dolls require flammability tests (16 CFR Part 1610)
II. Testing process (completed in 5 steps)
1. Select a CPSC-approved laboratory
- The laboratory must have ISO 17025 qualification and can be checked on the CPSC official website (such as Dezewei Testing).
- *Operation Tips*: Enter the Lab ID (such as 1552) on the [CPSC Laboratory Search Page](https://www.cpsc.gov/labsearch) to verify the qualification.
2. Split and group samples for inspection
| Component type | Test method
| Plastic/silicone body | Mixed material test
| Textile clothing/hair | Individual group test
| Electronic sound element | Additional battery safety test
3. List of test items
| Category | Test content
| Physical safety | Small parts falling off (16 CFR 1501), sharp points and edges, tensile test (anti-head falling off)
| Chemical substances | Total lead + 6 phthalates (CPSIA) + 21 heavy metal migration (new in 2025)
| Special items | Textile flame retardancy (16 CFR 1610), battery overheating/leakage (electronic dolls)
4. Obtain test report and draft CPC certificate
- Test report: issued by the laboratory, including all test data and qualified conclusions.
- CPC certificate: drafted by the US importer or manufacturer (laboratories can assist), must include:
- Product name, model and applicable age (such as "For 3+ years")
- US importer information (address + contact information)
- Referenced regulatory standards (ASTM F963-22 + CPSIA, etc.)
- Testing laboratory name and test date
5. Amazon submission list
| Required documents | Requirements
| CPC certificate | Chinese and English versions, stamped with the importer's official seal
| Original test report | With ISO 17025 qualification mark
| Product label image | Display permanent tracking label (including batch number, manufacturer information)
| Six-sided packaging image | Contains safety warnings (such as "Contains small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years old")
III. Cycle reference
| Test type | Cycle
| Basic physical + chemical test | 5-7 working days
| Whole machine expedited service | Shortened to 3-5 days
IV. High-risk avoidance guide
1. Delisting minefield:
- Failure to provide CPC certificate + ASTM F963-22 report (Amazon mandatory audit);
- Talking dolls failed the battery safety test (common reason for CPSC recall).
2. Label compliance:
- Textile dolls must be labeled with fiber composition and washing warnings;
- Electronic dolls must indicate battery type and replacement instructions.
3. Small parts protection:
- Doll eyes, buttons and other accessories must pass the 90N tensile test (to prevent children from swallowing).
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