CPSC mandatory eFiling began July 8, 2026, requiring importers of most regulated consumer products to electronically file certificate information with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
If you import clothing, apparel, children's clothing or textile products into the USA, understanding your CPSC certification and eFiling requirements is essential.
Global Apparel Consulting (GLAPCO) helps apparel brands, manufacturers and importers understand CPSC eFiling, product certification, testing and compliance requirements before products enter the U.S. market.
CPSC eFiling requires applicable importers to electronically submit certificate data for regulated consumer products through the CBP entry process. Importers can use the CPSC Product Registry to manage product certificate information and support eFiling.
The information required can include:
Yes, Apparel and clothing products may be subject to CPSC requirements, including applicable flammability, testing and certification requirements.
Children's clothing can have additional requirements, including third-party testing and a Children's Product Certificate (CPC) where applicable.
Adult wearing apparel can also be subject to applicable CPSC flammability requirements and, where required, a General Certificate of Conformity (GCC).
If you import children's apparel into the United States, you may need to consider:
The requirements depend on the product, age grading, materials and applicable safety standards.
Before importing apparel into the USA, check that you have:
Importers can experience delays or compliance issues because of:
CPSC recommends that importers become familiar with the Product Registry and eFiling requirements before implementation.
GLAPCO provides practical CPSC eFiling and U.S. apparel compliance consulting for manufacturers, importers, brands and retailers.
We can assist with:
With more than 25 years of apparel industry experience, we help businesses identify compliance requirements before products reach the U.S. border or marketplace.
Not sure whether your apparel products require CPSC eFiling, testing, a GCC or CPC?
Give GLAPCO a call or email us today for a free, no-obligation discussion about your specific requirements.
We can help you understand your U.S. apparel compliance obligations and prepare for CPSC eFiling.