Amazon Wardrobe ASTM F2057-23 Test Report

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted on April 19, 2023, to upgrade the voluntary standard ASTM F2057-23 to a mandatory safety standard. This decision aims to protect consumers from injuries caused by the tipping of dressers, wardrobes, and other clothing storage units.

Performance Requirements for ASTM F2057-23

To be recognized as a mandatory standard for protecting children under 72 months, ASTM F2057-23 must meet the following performance requirements:

- Stability when placed on carpeted surfaces

- Stability when drawers are installed and multiple drawers are opened

- Testing to simulate interaction with the unit by a child weighing up to 60 lbs

Definition of Clothing Storage Units

Clothing storage units refer to furniture items with drawers or hinged doors, typically used in bedrooms for storing clothes. The policy applies to freestanding clothing storage units, including but not limited to:

- Chests

- Dressers

- Drawer cabinets

- Armoires

- Wardrobes

- Door cabinets

- Vanities

To fall under this regulation, the product must meet the following criteria:

1. Minimum height of 27 inches

2. Minimum weight of 30 lbs

3. Enclosed storage volume of at least 3.2 cubic feet, calculated as follows:

 - For extendable storage compartments: Volume = height (measured from 1/8 inch below the bottom of the drawer to the lowest obstruction) × width × depth (if depth varies, use the average of the shortest and longest depths).

 - For non-extendable enclosed storage: Volume = 50% of the height × width × depth of the storage area.

ASTM F2057-23 Test Report Process

1. Confirm the product and the purpose of the report.

2. Confirm the quotation, fill out the application form, sign the contract, and make the payment.

3. JJR Laboratory in China receives the sample and conducts testing.

4. Upon completion, the test report is issued and uploaded to the platform.

5. Processing time is typically 5-7 working days.