Most APAC Companies Not Ready for New US Product Safety Rules
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) implemented mandatory electronic declaration regulations on July 8. The survey shows that 64% of companies in the Asia-Pacific region are not fully prepared, risking customs delays or fines.
What are the key facts?
- 1Implemented electronic declaration from July 8
- 264% of APAC companies unprepared
- 3Involves CPSC-regulated consumer goods
What happened?
Starting July 8, 2026, the US requires electronic declaration for consumer goods under CPSC regulation upon entry. A FedEx survey shows that only 15% of Asia-Pacific companies have completed compliance preparations, and the majority face risks of customs delays, fines, or rejection.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers exporting to the US market need to immediately verify if their products fall under CPSC regulation and quickly完善电子申报数据以避免货物在边境滞留。