U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published a Federal Register notice requesting an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its information collection on third-party testing of children’s products. The current approval expired on September 30, 2025.
Purpose of the Information Collection
The data collection ensures manufacturers, importers, and private labelers comply with the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) by:
• Conducting initial testing before market entry
• Performing periodic testing to maintain compliance
• Issuing Children’s Product Certificates (CPCs) confirming safety rule conformity
Products Covered
The requirements apply to various children’s products, including:
• Durable infant and toddler items (cribs, strollers)
• Electrically operated toys
• Products with button cell or coin batteries
• Clothing storage units (to reduce tip-over hazards)
• Products containing magnets
Estimated Burden and Costs
The CPSC estimates an annual burden of approximately 5.3 million hours and total costs of around $222.3 million for testing, certification, recordkeeping, and labelling compliance.
Public Comment and Participation
Stakeholders can submit comments by October 27, 2025 through:
• Email: OIRA_submission@omb.eop.gov
• Fax: (202) 395-6881
• Mail: OMB Desk Officer for the CPSC, Office of Management and Budget, 725 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20503
• Online: Regulations.gov
Significance
The extension request underscores the CPSC’s ongoing commitment to children’s product safety. Public participation is encouraged to help refine testing and compliance processes, supporting safer products for consumers.
Reference: CPSC Federal Register Notice - Third-Party Testing Extension
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