Who is responsible for determining if a product falls under the category of a “childrens product”?
A children’s product is defined by the CPSC as a consumer product designed or intended primarily for children 12 years of age or younger. In addition to the manufacturer’s statement of intended use, other factors to consider are the product’s representation in packaging, display, promotion, and advertising, how the product is commonly recognized by consumers, and the CPSC Age Determination Guidelines. The certification responsibility falls on the manufacturer; however, manufacturers can certainly ask for help from test labs or the CPSC when determining what requirements apply to their products.
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