Amazon US to Enforce CPSC Electronic Declaration Starting July 8
Amazon US has announced that starting July 8, all imported consumer goods regulated by the CPSC, such as children's products, clothing, and electronics, must complete electronic certificate declarations before customs clearance to avoid delays or refusals.
What are the key facts?
- 1Effective date: July 8, 2026
- 2Scope: Imported consumer goods regulated by CPSC
- 3Requirement: Electronic declaration of GCC/CPC via CBP ACE system or CPSC system
What happened?
Amazon has mandated that sellers, as of July 8, 2026, must electronically declare the General Certificate of Conformity (GCC/CPC) for imported goods falling under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) before the goods arrive at customs.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers of relevant categories should quickly verify product compliance and communicate with customs brokers to ensure a smooth electronic declaration process, avoiding delays during the peak season.