FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC): A Practical Guide

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Certain electronic products imported or manufactured in the United States must undergo a Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) procedure, which also requires a compliance information statement.

The SDoC procedure covers most unintentional radiators. That is, products that do not have Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other wireless functions. In this guide, we address frequently asked questions regarding the SDoC procedure, the SDoC compliance information statement, and other related topics.
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Wood & Bamboo Product Regulations in the United States: A Complete Guide

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Products made of wood sold in the United States are subject to various regulations, standards, and other compliance requirements — which set requirements concerning documentation, chemicals, labeling, and testing.

In this guide, we take a closer look at the Lacey Act, 7 CFR Part 319 Subpart I, and other regulations relevant to companies manufacturing or importing wood and bamboo products to the United States.

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US Customs or CPSC Rejected Your Shipment? Emergency Action Plan for Importers

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Shipments can be subject to inspections or detention by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Failing to manage these situations correctly can result in major delays or even destroyed shipments.

This guide explains why inbound shipments are rejected or detained, and the actions you can take to come to a resolution.

Note: In this guide, we mainly focus on actions taken by the CPSC or the CBP. However, other US government agencies could also be involved in shipment rejections or detentions.
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Fishing Gear Regulations in the United States: An Overview

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Fishing Gear Regulations in the United States

Fishing gear imported to and manufactured in the United States is subject to various regulations and other compliance requirements. Examples include California Proposition 65 and the CPSIA.

The applicable compliance requirements depend on the intended age group, materials, where you sell the products, and other factors explained in this article.

Related products

  • Fishing rods
  • Fishing nets
  • Fishing bobbers
  • Fishing lures

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List of Products Covered by California Proposition 65: An Overview

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California Proposition 65 sets substance restrictions and warning labeling requirements for products sold in California. You must either ensure that the product does not contain restricted substances above the set limits or affix a warning label informing consumers of potentially harmful substance contents.

This guide lists examples of product categories covered by California Proposition 65 and examples of restricted substances that may be present in such products.

Methodology

This guide is primarily based on products that are mentioned on www.p65warnings.ca.gov. The website contains:

a. Fact sheets covering specific product categories (e.g., “motor vehicle parts”), or;

b. Fact sheets covering specific substances (e.g., lead and lead compounds), which, in turn, provide examples of products that may contain restricted substances (e.g., ceramic dishes)

Note that these are not necessarily all products covered by California Proposition 65. Our understanding is that there is no definitive product list. Instead, California Proposition 65 is concerned with substances, rather than specific products. That being said, this guide can still help you form a clear understanding of which products are subject to California Proposition 65 and their respective substance risks.

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Fake Product Certificates and Test Reports: An Essential Guide

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Product testing and certification can be expensive. Consultants and lab testing services can charge thousands of dollars. As such, suppliers have an incentive to cut corners by either creating or buying fake lab test reports and product certificates for a fraction of what it would cost to do it the right way.

In many, if not most, cases, suppliers are not even aware of the fact that the compliance documents are invalid.

The unfortunate result is that businesses buy non-compliant and unsafe products on the basis of fake test reports and certificates. This has the direct effect of exposing their own business to financial ruin and their customers to potentially lethal products. Think exploding phone chargers and toxic toys.

This guide explains what you can do to identify fake test reports, certificates, and other compliance documents.
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Which Products Require a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC)?

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Products subject to certain mandatory product safety rules must be covered by a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC). This guide explains how you can determine whether a General Certificate of Conformity is required for your product. We also provide examples of products subject to this requirement.
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How to Create a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC) in 7 Steps

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This guide explains how to create a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC) in 7 steps based on the standard CPSC sample structure. Each point explains what information to include, complete with examples of the different formats that can be used.

Note that this guide is written based on the assumption that you lack the capability to perform your own testing according to applicable product safety rules and must therefore use a third-party testing company.
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Which Products Require a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC)?

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Creating a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) is mandatory if your product is determined to be a children’s product and subject to one or more children’s product safety rules. In this guide, we explain how you can assess if this is the case, while also providing examples of products that require a Children’s Product Certificate in the United States.
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