{"product_id":"product-safety-audit-for-small-importers","title":"Product Safety Audit for Small Importers","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eYou've got the product. Let's make sure it's ready to ship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactories may send documents that look like a mess of tables and numbers, or refuse to ship anything without testing (even exempt products). Labs send quotes full of numbers and long test names with 4+ numbers behind that dollar sign. And the CPSC expects you, the importer, to know what of all of that actually applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis audit gives you a clear written plan for one product so you can test only what's needed and import with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eWHAT THIS AUDIT IS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eWho this is for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall importers (often solo or family-run businesses) bringing products into the US.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSellers with their own website or selling on marketplaces like Amazon and TikTok Shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImporters who've received a lab quote and want to know if every test is really needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eWhat I'll review:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether your product is a childrens's product, a toy, or a general use product and what that means for testing and certifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired third-party tests, and which exemptions apply to your product, materials, and finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour lab quotations (if you have one), with any optional or duplicate tests flagged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking labels \u0026amp; packaging requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat you'll need ready for the CPSC Product Registry and certificate eFiling at import.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatform requirements for Amazon, TikTok Shop, or your own website.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eWhat You'll Get:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA written action plan from where you are now to ready for your next shipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA list of questions and documents to request from your manufacturer if anything is missing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lab-ready testing request that you can send to a CPSC-accepted lab near your factory (the exact tests required, regulations to cite, and which components to submit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour plan emailed to you as a Word docx format to edit and a PDF to keep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional 14 days after delivery to email me any clarifying questions about your plan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note: Lab quotes can often take a while, so you can send it to me for review within 30 days instead of the 14 days.)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eHow many audits do I need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne audit covers one product, meaning one item would have its own Children's Product Certificate when ready to ship. Color and size variations of the same item count as one product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn outfit available in five colors and six sizes = 1 audit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA card game in one box = 1 audit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA stuffed toy and matching blanket = 2 products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? Email me before purchasing at hello@TheMakersResourceShop.com and I'll help you count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling handmade products?\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themakersresourceshop.com\/products\/product-safety-product-audit-for-handmade-sellers\" title=\"Product Safety Audit for Handmade Sellers listing link\"\u003eProduct Safety Audit for Handmade Sellers\u003c\/a\u003e is built for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eHOW IT WORKS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eWhat happens after I pay?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou'll receive a link to a form by email.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the form and email any relevant documents and images.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDocuments may include:\u003c\/span\u003e Spec sheets, SDS\/MSDS, test reports, lab quotes, label proofs, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlease provide documents in English.\u003c\/span\u003e Other languages are welcome, but I will be using automatic translators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUse formats:\u003c\/span\u003e PDF, DOCX, CSV, XLSX, PNG, JPEG, links to Google docs and sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou'll receive your action plan within 10 business days (Mon-Thurs schedule) of receiving your form and documents.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour timeline starts once I receive your completed form and documents.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 119, 147);\"\u003eIMPORTANT TO KNOW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour audit follows the CPSC rules in effect on the date I write it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour plan is built from the information and documents you provide. I don't test or verify your product as part of this audit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the importer, you remain responsible for your product's compliance. This audit is educational guidance, not legal advice or certification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLab testing fees are not included. I do offer testing coordination with a lab in the US as a separate service, however I recommend working directly with a CPSC-accepted lab closer to your manufacturer for faster turnaround and lower costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour certificate of compliance is a separate service: Children's Product Certificate for Importers (see add-on)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustoms brokerage, ACE filings, CPSC Product Registry filings, and duty\/tariff questions are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI cannot help with cosmetics, electronics, food, furniture, or soaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause each audit is custom work, this service is non-refundable.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-style: italic; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(156, 17, 43);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd your Children's Product Certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour audit already provides the information for your certificate: The regulations that apply, your exemptions, and any required testing. Add your CPC at checkout for $175 (regularly $250), and I'll turn your audit into your finished certifcate once your reports are ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour certificate includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitations for every applicable rule, exemption, and test report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour company listed as the certifying importer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormatting ready for the CPSC Product Registry, marketplaces, and retailers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions for keeping it current with new batches, retests, or product changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn editable Word docx delivered by email.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValid within 6 months of purchase.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Makers Resource Shop","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":68023412523231,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":68023412555999,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/4998\/1476\/files\/DFY_Product_Audit_for_Importers.png?v=1792012294","url":"https:\/\/themakersresourceshop.com\/products\/product-safety-audit-for-small-importers","provider":"The Makers Resource Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}