What certificates does a waxed canvas tote bag need to enter the US?
For a waxed canvas tote bag, the things you must have are: Country of origin marking; Importer registration and customs bond.
The things you must have
- Country of origin marking
Your factory supplies English markings.
- Importer registration and customs bond
Your broker files CBP Form 5106; they'll arrange bonds for formal entries.
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 waxed canvas tote bag will have a voluntary fiber label, ask your supplier for the complete fiber disclosures for its canvas and lining.
If your tote contains flexible plastic closures or trim, request composition details identifying DEHP in those flexible plastic pieces.
If your tote has painted clasps or fasteners, ask whether lead in those finishes needs consideration in its California chemical warning assessment.
If your tote is imported, ask which country of origin applies to the complete carrier, including its canvas body and attached carrying straps.
If your tote will sell in California, ask the canvas supplier whether PFAS are present in the lining, canvas finish or waxed surface treatments.
If your tote is offered with a CPSC certificate, ask which product rule actually requires that certificate for the waxed canvas pet carrier tote.
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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