What certificates does a wooden writing desk need to enter the US?

For a wooden writing desk, the things you must have are: General Certificate of Conformity (GCC); Country of origin marking; Importer registration and customs bond.

The things you must have

• General Certificate of Conformity (GCC)

  You issue this yourself using test results.

• Country of origin marking

  Ask your factory.

• 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 6 items: 1 apply to every product in this category, 5 apply only in some situations, and 0 are notes rather than steps.

Laboratory tests and their conditions

F2057-23 stability; lead in paint; 1640 smoldering

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

What to look at for this product

If your wooden writing desk has a composite wood desktop, request the compliance evidence identifying the panels used for that desktop and supporting structure.

If your desk has a painted top or frame, request paint lead test results covering the coating on the work surface and supporting legs.

If your desk is combined with a covered clothing storage unit, ask your factory for the stability evidence covering the combined furniture design.

If your desk needs composite wood labeling, check the fabricator and production date in its markings with your factory.

If your desk includes upholstered seating for Minnesota sales, ask your supplier about the treatments used on the seat fabric and filling.

If your desk includes composite wood, ask who prepares the import certification for each shipment containing the desktop and its supporting composite boards.

Labels and state rules

Tip-over warning; "TSCA Title VI compliant" plus fabricator and month/year

Minnesota bans PFAS in upholstered furniture; state registrations for stuffed furniture.

How this page was prepared

This page matches a product name to the rule library. We haven't inspected the physical product, and this isn't legal advice.