Exporting children's clothing to the United States and applying for California 65 certification requires compliance with the requirements of the California 65 proposal. Firstly, you need to ensure that your children's clothing does not contain hazardous substances listed in California Proposition 65, including lead, phthalates, etc. Secondly, you need to provide clear and reasonable warning labels to inform consumers of the potential dangers of the product.
The specific process for applying for California 65 certification may include the following steps:
1. Test product: Send children's clothing to an approved laboratory for testing to ensure it does not contain hazardous substances listed in California Proposition 65. Testing should include testing all components and materials in the product that may contain harmful substances.
2. Create warning labels: If the product contains any hazardous substances listed in California Proposition 65, you need to create a clear and reasonable warning label. The label should clearly indicate the hazards present in the product and provide corresponding safety recommendations.
3. Application for certification: After completing product testing and warning label production, you can submit your application to the California 65 certification agency. When applying, it is necessary to provide detailed information about the product, including product composition, production process, test results, etc.
4. Review and Certification: The California 65 certification agency will review your application. If the product meets the requirements of California 65 proposal, you will receive California 65 certification, which means that your product can be sold in California.
The testing cycle for children's clothing in California, USA is normal for 5-7 working days.
Please note that the requirements of California Proposition 65 may change, so it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the latest regulatory requirements before applying.