47 CFR Part 15 covers electronic and electrical devices sold, imported, or manufactured in the United States. In this guide, we explain what you must know about device types, labeling requirements, documentation, testing, and more.
We also compare how the requirements and processes differ for intentional and unintentional radiators.
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A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is often mandatory when importing or exporting certain products. This includes batteries, chemicals, cosmetics, oils, and other products that require certain precautions during storage and transportation.
Further, Safety Data Sheets are required by Amazon when selling products classified as Hazmat or Dangerous goods.
Continue reading Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Guide For Importers & Amazon Sellers
Lead, cadmium, mercury and other heavy metals are either restricted or banned for use in consumer products in most developed countries. This includes the EU, US, UK and many others.
Verifying that a product or material does not contain restricted heavy metals often requires third-party lab testing.
In this guide, we explain what all brands must know about heavy metals testing costs, materials, substance limitations, risks, and how to handle failed test results. Continue reading Heavy Metals Lab Testing: A Complete Guide
The Model Toxics in Packaging Legislation has been adopted in 19 US states. The purpose of the regulation is to restrict the usage of heavy metals and chemicals in product packaging materials. In this guide, we explain what you should know about these restrictions, and the steps you can take to ensure compliance.
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Resin Identification Codes indicate the type of plastic a bottle or container is made of, to facilitate waste collection. Using Resin Identification Codes is mandatory in most US states. However, the requirements differ between states in terms of the actual codes being used, and the types of containers that must be labeled with one.
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Planning to import or manufacture electronics in the United States? In this guide, we explain the certification authorization procedure requirements for devices that fall under the scope of FCC 47 CFR Part 15. This includes documentation, labeling, and testing requirements.
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Planning to import or manufacture electronic devices classified as intentional radiators in the United States? This guide covers the authorization procedure, labeling and documentation requirements, testing, and more.
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The Lacey Act is relevant for consumer brands in the sense that it covers wood and other plant products. It also covers animal and other wildlife products. In this guide, you will learn what US companies must be aware of when it comes to its product scope, declaration requirements, and much more.
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Need help creating a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or MSDS? Rather than attempting to create one yourself, you can get help from a professional Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring service company.
In this article, we list several leading Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring service companies based in the United States and Europe. For each company, we provide a short description, introducing their background, experience, services, and other key details.
Note that an SDS is mandatory when you import or manufacture certain products that are classified as dangerous goods. This includes products such as power banks, batteries, auto parts, essential oils, and more.
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You can read this article to learn more about Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
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The Uniform Packaging and Labelling Regulation applies to product packaging in most US states. It requires importers and manufacturers to include specific information about the product, seller, and packaging contents. In this guide, we explain the basics of UPLR labeling requirements.
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