The Small Batch Manufacturer's Registry began accepting applications at the end of December, when the stay of enforcement on testing and certification for children's products ended. In a statement announcing the registry, the CPSC reinforced that those companies granted exemption from third-party testing are not granted exemption from compliance. Manufacturers must still provide a certificate of conformity stating that the products comply with all federal regulations, and "you cannot ensure compliance without using testing as part of the compliance program," Stone said. "It doesn't release you from your legal and moral obligation to deliver safe products."
- Companies:
- Prime Line
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