Service Background

      The United States adopts a federal system with separation of powers. This governance structure results in a complex legal framework. US technical regulations for products are scattered within the federal legal system, covering statutes (Acts) enacted by Congress as well as rules, requirements and specifications issued by various federal authorities. For toy safety specifically, relevant regulations and standards exist at both the federal level and in bills, ordinances and requirements formulated by government authorities at different administrative levels.

Scope of Application

      Applicable to all toys: products designed, manufactured or sold for play by children under 14 years of age.

Common Testing Regulations / Standards

CPSIA Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act

ASTM F963 Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety