TEMU and Amazon UL4200A Report and GCC Certificate

Requirements for Products with Button Batteries to Go Online  

For products sold on TEMU and Amazon US that contain button batteries, uploading a UL4200A report and GCC certificate is mandatory. These button batteries are typically classified into the following categories:  

1.Non-rechargeable Batteries: Lithium manganese button cells (CR series) or alkaline zinc manganese button cells (LR and SR series).  

2.Rechargeable Batteries: Examples include 3.6V rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (LIR series) or 3V rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (ML or VL series).  

Due to their small size, button batteries pose a significant ingestion risk to children, prompting strict compliance requirements in various countries.  

Common Products Involved  

- Remote controls, electronic keys, doorbells  

- Quartz watches, children’s watches  

- Music boxes, Christmas trees, LED light strings  

- Calculators, electronic scales, electronic dictionaries  

- Electric shavers, children’s sound toys  

UL4200A Report Requirements  

1. Ensure Product Safety  

- The UL4200A test report evaluates the safety of button battery products under normal use and abuse conditions, ensuring that children cannot access the batteries.  

- UL4200A standards impose strict requirements on battery compartments, such as the need for tools (screwdrivers or coins) to open them, or designs requiring two independent actions to complete simultaneously, reducing the risk of accidental ingestion.  

2. Meet Market Access Requirements  

- The US market mandates UL4200A-tested products containing button batteries to provide compliance reports as a prerequisite for listing.  

3. Enhance Product Competitiveness  

- UL4200A certification demonstrates compliance with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards, building consumer trust and increasing purchase intent.  

4. Legal and Regulatory Compliance  

- Amazon US introduced new regulations (effective 2024) requiring products with button batteries to provide a UL4200A report.  

GCC Certificate Requirements  

1. Demonstrate Compliance with Regulations  

- A GCC certificate indicates that manufacturers/importers have conducted reasonable testing to prove compliance with relevant safety rules under the US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA).  

2. Meet Market Access Requirements  

- A GCC certificate is essential for button battery products entering the US market, ensuring adherence to American safety standards.  

3. Enhance Product Credibility  

- Products with GCC certification undergo rigorous evaluations, comply with safety regulations, and help bolster brand reputation and consumer trust.  

4. Avoid Legal Risks  

- Products without a GCC certificate or non-compliant with regulations may face legal penalties. The GCC certificate is vital for mitigating risks and ensuring compliance.  

Importance of UL4200A Report and GCC Certificate  

The UL4200A report and GCC certificate for button battery products aim to enhance product safety, compliance, and market competitiveness. Obtaining these certifications not only meets market access requirements but also increases consumer confidence, establishes brand reputation, and ensures legal compliance. These are crucial guarantees for manufacturers and importers seeking successful sales in the US market.  

China’s JJR Laboratory offers UL 4200a-2023 and GCC report certifications for $698. Feel free to inquire for more details!  

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