Furniture Regulations in the European Union: A Complete Guide

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EU furniture

Furniture sold in the European Union is subject to various regulations, directives, and standards. These cover mechanical safety, flammability, chemicals, labelling, and other areas.

In this guide, we take a closer look at the EU GPSR, EUDR, REACH, and other compliance requirements for furniture manufactured in or imported to the EU.

Covered products

  • Bedroom furniture
  • Living room furniture
  • Children’s furniture
  • Bathroom furniture
  • Upholstered furniture
  • Furniture textiles
  • Furniture coatings
  • Furniture paints

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Jewelry Regulations in the United States: A Complete Guide

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Children’s and adult jewelry manufactured, imported, or sold in the United States must meet chemical safety, mechanical safety, warning, labeling, and other requirements.

In this guide, I cover several key regulations, standards, and requirements that are relevant to different types of jewelry.

Product examples

  • Adult jewelry
  • Children’s jewelry
  • Piercings
  • Liquid-filled jewelry
  • Gold jewelry
  • Silver jewelry
  • Pearl jewelry
  • Pewter jewelry
  • Magnetic jewelry
  • Wildlife jewelry

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Product Safety Lab Testing Costs: An Overview

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Product testing costs can range from a few hundred dollars or euros to tens of thousands. There are many factors that determine the final bill, including regulatory requirements, standards, product complexity, age group, and more.

This guide provides examples of testing costs for various products in the United States, European Union, and the United Kingdom.

How are the cost ranges estimated?

The cost examples provided in the tables are based on quotations we have received directly from testing companies or through our customers. Testing fees are always specific to a particular product, which is why we specify the product type in addition to the cost range.

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Furniture Regulations in the United States: A Complete Guide

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General use furniture

Furniture products manufactured, imported, and sold in the United States must comply with different safety regulations and standards. Requirements cover mechanical safety, flammability, and chemicals.

In this guide, we take a closer look at various regulatory requirements that concern a wide range of furniture.

Relevant products

  • Upholstered furniture
  • Wooden furniture
  • Bunk beds
  • Coated and painted furniture
  • Clothing storage units
  • Adult portable bed rails
  • Children’s furniture

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Guide to Sunglasses and Eyewear Regulations in the EU

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Eyewear manufactured or imported into the EU is subject to various regulations and directives. The specific requirements largely depend on whether the eyewear is considered to be personal protective equipment (PPE), or a medical device.

In this guide, we explain how you can navigate compliance requirements for sunglasses, protective eyewear, prescription glasses, and smart glasses in the European Union.

Covered products

  • Sunglasses
  • Downhill skiing goggles
  • Snowboarding goggles
  • Motorcycle goggles
  • Sport goggles
  • Laser eye-protectors
  • Eye protectors for occupational use
  • Prescription glasses
  • Smart glasses

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Guide to US Sunglasses and Eyewear Regulations

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US eyewear regulations

Sunglasses and eyewear sold in the United States are subject to various regulations and standards. In this guide, we cover requirements related to the following product areas:

  • Nonprescription Sunglasses – 21 CFR
  • Prescription Glasses – 21 CFR
  • Workplace Eyewear – OSHA
  • Children’s Eyewear – CPSIA
  • Smart Glasses

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Quick Guide to EU Digital Battery Passports

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Digital Battery Passport

Digital Battery Passports are required under the EU Batteries Regulation 2023/1542 for certain types of batteries starting 18 February 2027. In this guide, we explain which battery types require a digital battery passport, and the information you need to include in it.

Key points

  • Required for LMT batteries, industrial batteries (2kWh+) and EV batteries
  • Access via a printed or engraved QR code is required
  • Must contain the information listed in Annex XIII
  • Registration in the DPP registry is mandatory

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Amazon Product Lab Testing Requirements: An Essential Guide

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Third-party lab testing is mandatory for a growing number of products sold on Amazon. In this guide, we explain what Amazon sellers must know about lab testing and test report submissions.

  • Lab testing is often required to verify compliance and safety
  • Amazon can request test reports for essentially any product
  • ISO 17025-accredited labs are often required

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Guide to EU-type Examination Certificates

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EU Type Examination Certificate

Certain products can only be sold in the European Union if a notified body has first carried out an EU-type examination. This is the case for certain types of PPE, medical devices, toys, and other products which require CE marking.

This procedure involves reviewing documentation and physical samples. If the examination is successful, an EU-type examination certificate (also known as an EC-type examination certificate) is issued.

This guide explains how you can determine if your product requires an EU-type examination certificate, and what you must do to obtain one.

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List of Products Covered by CE Marking 2027: An Overview

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Planning to import and sell products in the European Union, but not sure whether your products must be CE marked? In this guide, we list toys, electronics, PPE, medical devices, batteries, machinery, and other products that fall within the scope of one or more CE marking directives and regulations in the EU.

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