Guidelines for Certificates of Compliance

CPSC Outlines Format and Instructions for Completion of COCs

By TDmonthly Staff
December 2008

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 requires that manufacturers and/or importers provide Certificates of Compliance to distributors and retailers for products manufactured on or after Nov. 12, 2008, ensuring that items in each shipment meet all CSPC safety regulations.

See a sample page and instructions for the COCs, as drafted by Consumer Product Safety Commission staff.

See also details on the final rule regarding Certificates of Compliance.