Infant feeding products are a popular category among children's products, with a significant volume exported annually from China. In recent years, countries have tightened safety regulations for children’s products. What are the specific safety requirements for infant feeding products in different countries? Below is a summary provided by China JJR Laboratory, detailing compliance information for relevant infant feeding products on Amazon platforms in various countries (USA, Australia, the EU, Canada, etc.) for your reference.
Infant feeding products are designed for feeding food and liquids to children aged three years and under. Items used to store or contain infant food are also included under this policy, such as:
- Bottles
- Training cups
- Infant tableware (spoons, forks)
- Milk and formula storage bags and containers
- Straw cups and snack bowls
Exclusions:
This policy does not apply to accessories, appliances, food, or furniture related to infant feeding, such as:
- Sterilizers
- Breast pumps and accessories
- Food items
- Bottle cleaning supplies
- Pacifiers
- Bottle warmers, coolers, and highchairs
All infant feeding products must be tested and meet the following specific regulations or standards as per Amazon’s requirements:
- CPSIA (Lead and Phthalates)
- CPSA Section 14(a)(5) (Tracking Labels)
You must have the following information readily available, as Amazon may request it at any time:
- Your company name (if applicable) and seller ID
- Contact information: email address and phone number
- A complete list of all infant feeding products you sell
- Product and packaging images showing all sides of the product and packaging for review
- Product images or test reports demonstrating compliance with tracking label requirements (CPSA Section 14(a)(5))
- Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) for all applicable products
- Test reports issued by a CPSC-recognized laboratory confirming compliance with the above regulations and standards
This policy applies to feeding utensils or tableware made of plastic or containing plastic components, designed for feeding infants up to 36 months old. Specific items include:
- Bottles
- Sippy cups or straw cups
- Bowls
- Plates
- Cutlery (forks, knives)
All infant feeding utensils and tableware must be tested and comply with the following standard:
- Consumer Protection Notice No. 11 of 2011
To sell these products on Amazon Australia, you must submit the following information to child-safety@amazon.com.au:
- Company name
- Seller ID
- Email address
- Phone number
- ASIN list of the infant feeding utensils and tableware you intend to sell
- Documentation from testing laboratories or agencies confirming compliance with the standards specified in Consumer Protection Notice No. 11 of 2011
Products designed for feeding food and liquids to children aged four years and under, including items for storing and containing infant food, such as:
- Bottles
- Training cups
- Infant tableware (spoons, forks)
- Milk and formula storage bags and containers
- Straw cups and snack bowls
Exclusions:
Accessories, appliances, food, and furniture related to infant feeding are not included, such as:
- Sterilizers
- Breast pumps and accessories
- Infant food
- Bottle cleaning supplies
- Pacifiers
- Bottle warmers, coolers, and highchairs
All products must comply with the following regulations:
- General Infant Feeding Products:
- SOR/2018-83 - Total Lead Content (CCPSA Lead Content)
- SOR/2016-188 - Phthalates Content (CCPSA)
- SOR/2016-193 - Surface Coatings (CCPSA Lead Content, if applicable)
- Infant Bottles Only:
- Additional compliance with Bisphenol A (BPA) regulations for polycarbonate bottles (CCPSA Schedule 2, Item 15)
- Bottle Nipples Only:
- SOR/2016-180 - Bottle Nipple Regulations
All products must include bilingual (English and French) safety warnings and instructions.
- Company name and seller ID
- Contact information: email address and phone number
- List of all infant feeding products
- Images of all product sides, labels, and accompanying documentation (e.g., user manuals)
- Test reports from ISO 17025-accredited laboratories confirming compliance with the above requirements
Drinking equipment designed for infants aged 0–48 months, including:
- Reusable containers and drinking accessories
- Disposable containers with attached accessories
- Disposable nipples
- Ready-to-use nipples
All baby bottles must be tested and comply with the following:
- Product images showing manufacturer/importer name and tracking label (batch code or manufacturing date)
- Declaration of Conformity (DoC) as per Regulation 10/2011, including:
- Manufacturer/importer details
- Product description
- Substance details and migration levels
- Food type, contact time/temperature, and surface area
- Test reports or certificates as per EN 14350:2020
- Company name and seller ID
- Contact information: email address and phone number
- List of all baby bottles sold
- Product images showing compliance with tracking label requirements
- Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for food-contact materials
- Test reports confirming compliance with the above regulations
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