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Toys → United States

Requires FCC (electronics) + FDA (food-contact/medical) + state sales tax

Lead time 2-6 weeks
Cost range $1,000-5,000
HS code 9503
Duty rate 0%
VAT / tax 0-10.25% (State sales tax)

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 34436-2023 GB/T 玩具材料中甲酰胺的测定 高效液相色谱-质谱法 2023
GB/T 19212.8-2012 GB/T 电力变压器、电源、电抗器和类似产品的安全 第8部分:玩具用变压器和电源的特殊要求和试验 2012
GB/T 27730-2011 GB/T 玩具产品中富马酸二甲酯含量的测定 气相色谱-质谱联用(GC-MS)法 2011
GB/T 26710-2011 GB/T 玩具安全 年龄警告图标 2011
GB/T 27708-2011 GB/T 充气玩具通用技术要求 2011
GB/T 26175-2010 GB/T 弹射玩具动能测试方法 2011
GB/T 26193-2010 GB/T 玩具材料中可迁移元素锑、砷、钡、镉、铬、铅、汞、硒的测定 电感耦合等离子体质谱法 2011
GB/T 23154-2008 GB/T 进出口玩具填充材料安全要求及测试方法 2008

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
FCC certification Electronics require FCC Part 15/18 Conditional
FDA registration Food-contact materials must comply with FDA 21 CFR Conditional
CPC certificate Children's products require a Children's Product Certificate Conditional
UL certification UL safety certification required for some products Conditional
State sales tax State sales tax permit required Required

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Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is FDA registration required?
Depends on the product. Food-contact materials, cosmetics and medical devices require FDA; others do not.
How much does FCC certification cost?
Standard electronics $1,000-3,000; wireless $5,000-10,000.
How do I register for state sales tax?
Register once nexus is triggered by sales volume; apply free on state tax department websites.
What is Prop 65?
California chemical warning law; a warning label on the product or packaging is required, or you may be sued.
Can Chinese sellers sell directly?
Yes. A US company or agent is needed to handle taxes and compliance.

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