Sensory Mat Amazon CPC Testing TIC Verification Process
Date：2025-10-13 10:03:35 Classification
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CPC certification is a children's product safety certificate applicable to all products intended primarily for children 12 years and under. Amazon US requires all children's toys and products to have a CPC certificate. This complete guide to the CPC testing and TIC verification process required for sensory mats sold on Amazon US is compiled based on Amazon's latest policies and practical requirements:
I. Policy Background and Core Requirements
1. Mandatory CPC Certification
As children's products (ages 12 and under), sensory mats must comply with US CPSC regulations, including:
- CPSIA (lead, phthalates, and cadmium limits)
- ASTM F963 Toy Safety Standard (physical properties, small parts, etc.)
- Products must include a tracking label (including manufacturer information and production batch number)
2. New TIC Verification Regulations (effective September 2025)
- Sellers cannot upload their own test reports; they must complete verification and submit documentation through an Amazon-approved TIC organization.
- Covered markets: US, EU, UK, and Canada
II. Step-by-Step Process Analysis
Step 1: CPC Testing and Certification
1. Select a CPSC-accredited laboratory
- The laboratory must be ISO 17025 accredited (such as Dezewei Testing).
- Testing items include:
- Physical and mechanical properties (sharp points, choking hazards of small parts)
- Chemical hazards (lead, phthalates)
- Flammability (if containing textiles).
2. Sample Submission and Testing
- Submit a sample of the sensory mat consistent with mass production and complete an application form (including product model and intended age range).
- The laboratory will issue an English test report (valid for one year).
3. Draft a CPC Certificate
- Issued by the manufacturer or importer, it should include:
- Product description, applicable regulations, and production information (accurate to city, year, and month).
- Testing laboratory name, address, and contact information.
Step 2: TIC Verification
1. Submit documents to the TIC
- Includes: CPC certificate, test report, product labeling image, and instructions (English version).
- TIC Review Focus:
- Document compliance (e.g., whether the age rating is consistent with the report)
- Label compliance with Amazon format.
2. Correction and Re-verification (if necessary)
- If any issues are found (e.g., missing labels), the TIC will provide a corrective action plan and arrange for re-inspection.
3. TIC Submits to Amazon Directly
- After review, the TIC will upload the compliance documents directly to Amazon's backend, requiring no action from the seller.
III. Key Considerations
- Timeliness: CPC testing takes 5-7 business days, while TIC verification takes approximately 3-5 business days (depending on the extent of the correction).
- Cost: CPC testing fees are approximately $500-$800 (depending on the complexity of the product), with TIC service fees added separately.
- Risk of Noncompliance:
- Failure to pass TIC verification ⇒ Product removal or recall.
- Report expiration or discrepancies ⇒ Audit failure.
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