
US has officially implemented mandatory CPSC eFiling for US Imported Goods!With effect from 8 July 2026, the vast majority of regulated consumer products destined for the US market either for entering commerce or for storing in a warehouse must have their eFiling electronic data submitted before the cargo arrives at the US port. Failure to comply will be refused for customs clearance.
STC’s one-stop compliance service provides comprehensive assistance to facilitate manufacturers and importers to comply with the latest US Customs regulations by obtaining seamless clearance for your products, significantly reducing the risk of border detentions or delays.
Regulated Product Categories and eFiling Submission Requirements
Product Category | Typical Items Included | Testing & Certification Requirements | Key eFiling Pointers |
Children's Products | Toys, infant / toddler products, children's apparel, children's furniture, sleepwear, etc. | Conduct mandatory testing by a CPSC-accepted third-party laboratory and obtain a CPC (Children's Product Certificate). | Lab ID, testing dates, manufacturer details, and applicable regulatory citations must be provided. |
General Consumer Products | Specified textiles, mattresses, bicycles, helmets, carpets and specific electrical appliances. | manufacturer / importer obtains a GCC (General Certificate of Conformity) through a reasonable testing programme. | Submission of manufacturer information, compliance standards, and matching product IDs. |
STC 4-step Effortless eFiling Guide