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What certificates does a printed tote bag need to enter the US?

For a printed tote bag, the things you must have are: Country of origin marking; Importer registration and customs bond.

The things you must have

How many requirements are in the checklist?

The full checklist has 2 items: 0 apply to every product in this category, 0 apply only in some situations, and 2 are notes rather than steps.

Laboratory tests and their conditions

None required by law

This checklist doesn't list any mandatory laboratory tests for this product.

What to look at for this product

If your printed tote bag will state a fiber content, ask your supplier for the full fiber disclosures covering its printed fabric panels.

If your tote has flexible plastic in its handles or trim, request composition details identifying DEHP used in those flexible plastic components.

If your tote has a coated print or metal hardware, ask for lead composition details covering the printed finish and decorative attachments.

If your tote will carry an import label, check its stated origin with the maker sewing the printed panels and attaching the carrying handles.

If your tote will be stocked in California, ask whether PFAS were used in treatments applied to its printed textile panels or carrying handles.

If your tote is offered with a CPSC certificate, ask which product rule actually requires that certificate for the printed tote bag.

Labels and state rules

Country of origin; if you choose to label fiber content, you must make the full disclosures required by the Textile Act.

Proposition 65 lead settlements; many DEHP warning cases; California AB 1817 explicitly includes handbags and backpacks

How this page was prepared

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