Kitchen Appliance Regulations in the United States: A Quick Guide

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itchen Appliance Regulations in the United States

Both electrical and non-electrical kitchen appliances are covered by various regulations and standards in the United States. The compliance requirements range from chemicals in food containers to energy efficiency and battery safety.

This is a relatively complex area, were requ9rements are largely decided by the type of kitchen appliance and its components. This guide serves as an introduction to many of the key regulations and standards that you need to be aware of in this industry.

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Kitchen Appliance Regulations in the European Union: A Quick Guide

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Kitchen Appliance Regulations in the European Union

Kitchen appliances imported or manufactured for sale in the European Union must meet various regulations and directives. This guide serves as an introduction to several EU regulations and directives related to both electrical and non-electrical kitchen appliances.

Electrical Kitchen Appliance Examples

  • Blenders
  • Coffee machines
  • Fridges
  • Ovens
  • Toasters
  • Electric steamers
  • Electric kettles
  • Air fryers
  • Rice cookers
  • Induction cooktops
  • Battery-powered appliances

Non-Electrical Kitchen Appliances

  • French presses
  • Meat grinders
  • Mortars
  • Garlic presses
  • Can openers
  • Hand-powered pasta makers
  • Hand-powered juicers

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Amazon Product Compliance Requirements in Canada: Quick Guide

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Amazon Product Compliance Requirements in Canada

Planning to sell products on Amazon in Canada? Then you need to ensure compliance with applicable Canadian acts, regulations and product standards. In this guide, we explain the basics of Canadian product compliance requirements in the context of selling on Amazon.ca.

We also highlight the type of documentation Amazon may request to verify that your products meet applicable Canadian product safety, labelling, and other compliance requirements.

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Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA): Quick Guide

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Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA)

Planning to manufacture or import consumer products for sale in Canada? Then you must ensure compliance with the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA).

This guide serves as an introduction to CCPSA product safety requirements, labelling, documentation, and testing.

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Product Compliance Requirements in Canada: A Quick Guide

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Are you planning to manufacture or import products for sale in Canada? This guide provides an overview of key acts and regulations covering consumer products, packaging, substances, and other areas of compliance.

We also address common questions and provide a methodology you can use as a starting point when finding relevant compliance requirements for your products in Canada.

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CPSIA Durable Infant or Toddler Products Guide: A Quick Guide

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All children’s products manufactured or imported in the US are covered by the CPSIA. However, additional requirements apply to certain types of children’s furniture, baby walkers, play yards, and other products classified as durable infant and toddler products.

In this guide, we explain what these additional requirements are and how they impact manufacturers, importers and Amazon sellers.

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Amazon Certificate of Compliance: A Quick Guide

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Amazon can request sellers to provide a Certificate of Compliance (COC) as part of product compliance checks, or if they need third-party confirmation that a product complies with a certain standard or other requirement.

That said, many different types of documents can be considered Certificates of Compliance. This guide explains what these certificates are and what you can do to obtain one.

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European Union Product Labelling Requirements: 2026 Guide

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Products manufactured in or imported to the EU are subject to various labelling requirements. This guide serves as an overview to a wide range of labelling requirements, covering consumer products and goods used for industrial or commercial purposes.

Note: You can find a guide dedicated to packaging recycling symbols here.

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