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ECHA Publishes REACH Regulations PAHs Guidelines
On March 7, 2018, ECHA issued guidelines to help the consumer goods industry comply with the scope of control of Article 50 PAHs in Appendix XVII to REACH Regulations. The (non-legally binding) guide provides a \”step-by-step approach\” to assess whether an item is within the limits and lists incomplete lists of items and subcategories within and outside the limits. At the same time, 13 examples of items or components within the limits are listed in Annex 3.According to the guidelines, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons may exist in the following materials:1. As a natural pollutant, it exists in mineral oil, coal-based filler oil and plasticizer oil used to produce rubber and plastics.2. Carbon black (soot) intentionally added to elastic rubber to give color and elasticity to the rubber;3. Recycled tires or plastic materials containing the above materials;4. Paints, varnishes or coatings, such as plastic coatings made from synthetic polymers.In particular, two important considerations are included in the guide, as follows:1. PAH content in rubber or plastic coatings should be assessed separately.2. Ceramic tiles/mats used in public places and artificial turf used in artificial playgrounds are used by the public and are included in the scope of restrictions.Annexes 1 and 3 list items or components within limits, with illustrative examples in Annex 3. Annex 2 lists examples of consumer goods that should be considered outside the limits.Table 1 briefly summarizes examples of items or components that should be considered to be within limits, made of plastics or rubber, and which have direct, long-term or short-term repetitive contact with skin or mouth.
Since June, these new testing and certification rules will affect your life.
1. New Energy Efficiency Limited Value and Energy Efficiency Grade Standard for Rice Boiler was formally implemented on June 1.GB 12021.6-2017 \”Energy Efficiency Limitation Value and Energy Efficiency Level of Electric Rice Cooker\” released on May 12, 2017 will be formally implemented on June 1, 2018. The energy efficiency index of electric rice cooker products produced from the date of implementation must meet the requirements of the new energy efficiency standard and stick energy efficiency label to be marketed. The biggest change of the new standard released this time is to incorporate IH rice cooker into the new energy efficiency standard specification of rice cooker.From February to June, the General Administration of Customs has put on record the management of inspection institutions for imported waste materials before shipment.In accordance with the Regulations on the Supervision and Administration of Inspection and Quarantine of Imported Solid Wastes Used as Raw Materials, the General Administration of Customs has formulated the Rules for the Implementation of the Supervision and Administration of Pre-shipment Inspection of Imported Solid Wastes Used as Raw Materials. Since June 1, 2018, third-party inspection agencies shall file an application with the General Administration of Customs before engaging in pre-shipment inspection of waste raw materials.3. Compulsory implementation of the first textile product standards for infants and children in ChinaChina\’s first compulsory national standard GB31701-2015 for textile products for infants and children has been formally implemented since June 1, 2016. The two-year transition period ensures a smooth transition of the market. On June 1, this year, all relevant products on the market must comply with the relevant requirements of this standard.4. The unified accreditation and evaluation criteria for accreditation of qualification of inspection and testing institutions of the accreditation and supervision commission shall be implemented on a trial basis in June.Five industry standards for certification and accreditation were put into practice on June 1, 2018, and were fully implemented on January 1, 2019.5. The new energy-saving standard for DOE battery chargers in the United States will be enforced from June 13, 2018.On June 13, 2016, DOE of the U.S. Energy Agency issued the Energy Conservation Program for Battery Chargers (10 CFR 430.32 (z) – Energy Conservation Standards. The standard came into force on 12 August 2016 and will be enforced on 13 June 2018.6. IATF 16949:2016 Qualification Requirements for Third Party Laboratories will come into effect in June 2018In April 2018, IATF released the second edition of Interpretation 10-11 (SIs), which will come into effect in June 2018, further clarifying the requirements of out-of-commission testing laboratories.7. Amendment of the Composite Wood Products Act EPA TSCA Title VIThe Northern District Court of California issued a decree to advance the effective date of the National Composite Wood Products Act EPA TSCA Title VI to June 1, 2018. From June 1, 2018 to March 22, 2019, certified composite wood products meeting formaldehyde emission standards must be labeled with TSCA Title VI or CARB ATCM P2 release standards.8. New Zealand has promulgated a ban on the sale and production of plastic-containing microspheres, which came into force in early June 2018.On December 4, 2017, according to the website of the New Zealand Ministry of Environment, the New Zealand Government has completed the amendment of the legal regulations prohibiting the production and sale of specific products containing plastic beads, which will enter into force in early June 2018.9. EPA releases the new version of Energy Star ceiling fan specification version 4.0, which will come into effect on June 15, 2018.On September 28, 2017, EPA released a new version of Energy Star ceiling fan specification (version 4.0) to replace the current version (version 3.1). The new version will come into effect on June 15, 2018. From September 28, 2017, manufacturers can choose to issue certificates according to the new version or the old version, but from March 1, 2018, they can only issue certificates according to the new version.10. LED light bulb and night light are listed in the SAA product scope of Australia and New Zealand Safety Compulsory Certification, which will come into effect on June 1, 2018.Australia/New Zealand Bureau of Standards issued AS/NZS 4417.2:2012 Revised Standard A4:2017 for Compliance Marking Standards of Electronic and Electrical Products, 4th Edition. The revision extends the list of controlled products, redefines the safety level of some products, and updates the definition of some products. Six categories of products, such as LED bulbs and night lights, have been added to the scope of compulsory certification products. The standard stipulates that on June 1, 2018, products such as LED bulbs and night lights entering the Australian and New Zealand market must first apply for a mandatory safety certificate (commonly known as SAA).11. GB/T 34004-2017 \”Gas Alarm and Sensor for Household and Small Catering Kitchen\” was implemented on June 1, 2018On July 12, 2017, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine and the National Standard Committee issued the national standard GB/T 34004-2017 \”Gas Alarm and Sensor for Household and Small Catering Kitchen\”, which will be implemented on June 1, 2018. This standard is a measure to standardize the management of gas safety early warning devices against the background of high incidence of gas explosion accidents. Prev
EU Public Consultation on Revising Annex XIV Authorization List of REACH
On June 5, 2018, the European Chemicals Administration (ECHA) issued a circular to solicit public opinions on the revision of Annex XIV of REACH Regulation. Four kinds of phthalates, di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (CAS: 117-81-7), dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (CAS: 84-74-2), benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) (CAS: 85-68-7), phthalate are proposed. Diisobutyl acid (DIBP) (CAS: 84-69-5) is listed in Annex XIV Authorization List of REACH Regulations.
Thai NBTC Increases LTE Band 40 Band Authentication Requirements
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission of Thailand (NBTC) has confirmed that from May 28, 2018, RF and SAR or EMF test reports of band 40-band wireless wide area network (WWAN) and cell phone products need to be supplemented before they can be officially sold in the Thai market.
California 65 Proposal for Adding Substances TRIM®VX
On May 25, 2018, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) issued a notice officially listing TRIM®VX as a carcinogen under California 65 list.TRIM #VX has been formally identified as a carcinogen by the National Toxicology Program (NTP), an authoritative body. As early as January 26, 2018, OEHHA has issued an advisory notice for the inclusion of substance TRIM®VX on California 65 list.
Wireless Express | Significant Regulation Change of MIC in Vietnam
Vietnam MIC officially issued several important decrees and test standards in May 2018:1. Vietnamese MIC officially announced Circular 04/2018/TT-BTTTT on May 8, 2018 instead of Circular 42/2016/TT-BTTTT.2. Vietnamese MIC officially published document number 1551/BTTTT-KHCN on May 21, 2018 as the official guide for the implementation of Circular 04/2018/TT-BTTTT.3. While promulgating the new regulation Circular 04/2018/TT-BTTTT, the following new regulations will be formally implemented as follows:
EU Amendments to Annex III of RoHS
On May 18, 2018, EU Official Gazette issued seven amendment directives (EU) 2018/736 ~ (EU) 2018/742, amending the lead exemption provisions in Annex III of EU RoHS Regulations (2011/65/EU). The law will come into force on July 1, 2019.The corresponding provisions of Annex III to the RoHS Regulations will be amended to read:
Vietnam MIC releases new wireless communication regulations
On May 10, MIC Vietnam officially issued Circular No. 04/2018/TT-BTTTT on the list of products subject to MIC certification and conformity declaration to replace the existing Circular No. 42/2016/TT-BTTTT. The new notice will come into effect on July 1, 2018. The official notice 04/2018/TT-BTTTT is different from the first draft released by MIC Vietnam in January, 2018.
UL 2056 certification in North America, Safety of mobile power supply
It was recently learned that Amazon asked mobile power sellers to provide UL 2056 certification. If they did not provide UL certification before May 25, all mobile power will be banned. The ban was imposed on Amazon\’s official platform, targeting all types of mobile power. UL 2056 is a special detection standard for mobile power supply. What are the requirements of this standard for mobile power supply and how to obtain UL 2056 certification? Let\’s learn about it.UL 2056 Scope of ApplicationUL 2056 is the world\’s first standard for mobile power supply. It aims to protect consumers from personal and property damage caused by dangerous accidents such as fire and explosion of mobile power supply, while helping manufacturers reduce the risk of expensive product recovery and brand damage.UL 2056 certification-1UL 2056 is a standard for mobile power supply with a maximum DC input voltage of 60V or a direct-plug AC power input and a maximum DC output of 60V for low-voltage electronic products. Batteries with built-in solar panels are also applicable. However, it is not applicable to use special external solar panel power supply or mobile power supply powered by vehicle 12V charger.Requirements for Components of Mobile Power SupplyThe battery, housing, fuse and other components of the mobile power supply need to meet the requirements of the following standards:UL 2056 certification-2Requirements for Mobile Power Supply1. Structure:1.1 The whole mobile power supply meets the requirements of UL 2054, mainly refers to the housing, external connectors and PCB board.1.2 If there is 42.4Vac or 60Vdc voltage generated by built-in DC/DC conversion line, the line requirements meet UL 60950-1 or UL 62368-1.1.3 For direct plug-in mobile power supply: the mobile power supply should meet the requirements of UL 60950-1 or UL 62368-1, and isolate between the built-in battery pack and the built-in ac/dc power supply.1.4 The lithium cores in the mobile power supply must meet the requirements of UL 1642.2, performance2.1 The performance of mobile power supply should meet the requirements of UL 2054, but considering some differences in PCB design between battery and mobile power supply, there will be some special requirements in some tests, such as: DC/DC conversion lines need to be shortened in abuse test; when charging temperature rise test, batteries need to be under the maximum load condition (all loads are running at the same time).3. Energy Input Test3.1 The input current of the mobile power supply does not exceed 110% of the rated current when all the loads are running, including the built-in batteries being charged.4. Load Testing of Output4.1 Each output need to be tested.4.2 The maximum output current of the output terminal is used for 1 h.5. Combustion Testing of Photovoltaic Cells5.1 This requirement applies to mobile power supply with built-in photovoltaic panels.5.2 The test requires a single fault mobile power supply, in order to make the photovoltaic cells possible to burn before testing.How to obtain UL 2056 certificate?Products in North America can be sold with certificates issued by NRTL-accredited laboratories. NRTL is a product safety testing certification service approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the Federal Code of 29 CFR 1910.7. OSHA is the NRTL\’s accreditation organization and manager. The first NRTL was born in 1989. At present, there are 16. Dephwa Testing can act as an agent for UL 2056 certification of mobile power supply to help customers obtain certificates and eliminate trade barriers. Prev