Amazon: New Electronic Declaration Rules for CPSC Compliance Effective
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has implemented new rules for electronic declaration of import compliance certificates as of July 8. Sellers importing regulated products must submit seven key data points electronically upon entry, including product ID, manufacture date, and testing laboratory information. Non-compliant goods may face border detention and customs delays.
What are the key facts?
- 1Effective July 8, 2026
- 2Mandatory electronic declaration of compliance certificates
- 3Applicable to regulated imported consumer products
What happened?
As of July 8, 2026, all regulated consumer products imported into the U.S. must have their compliance certificate data electronically declared upon entry. Sellers can submit data directly through customs brokers or pre-enter it in the CPSC product registration system. This policy aims to enhance safety oversight of imported consumer products.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers dealing in regulated categories such as toys and electronics must immediately verify supply chain compliance documents to ensure accurate customs information, avoiding delays at customs.