CSA C22.2 No.42 Compliance Test Report for Amazon Canada

Recently, Amazon Canada sellers who deal in electronic products with USB ports must have received email notifications from Amazon, requiring a CSA C22.2 No.42 Plug-in USB Test Report issued by a certification body recognized by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC).

Reasons for the Requirements of CSA C22.2 No.42 Standard

1. RegULatory Compliance

Canada’s Electrical Safety Act explicitly stipulates that all electrical and electronic products must obtain csa certification before entering the market. As a dedicated safety standard for plug-in USB devices, CSA C22.2 No.42 fully covers core indicators such as electrical performance, mechanical strength, and fire safety.

As a platform operator, Amazon must strictly comply with Canadian federal and provincial regulations to avoid legal liabilities arising from the sale of non-compliant products.

2. Market Access and Risk Mitigation

Canada Customs may conduct random inspections on products without the CSA mark, which may result in detention or destruction of goods. Amazon’s pre-audit of test reports can help sellers REDuce logistics losses and disputes.

Note: Do not print the CSA mark on products without valid CSA certification (the same rule applies to UL certification).

If a product causes complaints or accidents due to safety issues, Amazon will be held jointly liable. Mandatory testing can effectively reduce such risks.

Product Types Triggering CSA C22.2 No.42 Testing Requirements

The following products sold on Amazon Canada are required to provide a CSA C22.2 No.42 test report:

Exemptions & Associated Standards

①　Exemption Scope: Traditional outlets with no USB ports and pure data cables (without charging functions) generally do not require this report.

②　Associated Standards: Some products may need to comply with additional standards (e.g., UL 498 or CSA C22.2 No.223), depending on their specific functions.

Core Requirements and Process of the Test Report

1. Testing Content

①　Electrical Safety Tests: Dielectric withstand voltage test (e.g., 2200V for 1 minute), leakage current measurement, grounding continuity test.

②　Mechanical Tests: Plug-in durability (≥ 5,000 cycles), terminal pull-out force test (≥ 30N).

③　Fire Safety Tests: Material flame retardancy must meet the UL 94 V-0 rating.

2. Document and Label Requirements

①　Packaging & Manuals: Must include bilingual (English and French) safety warnings and operating instructions.

②　Documents for Amazon Audit: Test reports or certificates issued by an SCC-recognized certification body must be submitted.

3. Certification Process

①　Select a Laboratory: Choose a certification body accredited by SCC in Canada.

②　Sample Submission for Testing: Provide 3–5 product samples. The testing cycle is usually 7–10 working days, with costs starting at approximately USD 2,000.

③　Rectification & Retesting: If the product fails the test, optimize the design (e.g., replace with flame-retardant materials) and resubmit for testing.

Consequences of Non-Compliance and Recommended Countermeasures

1. Risks of Non-Compliance

①　Product Removal: Commodities without a valid test report or with missing labels will be forcibly removed from Amazon’s shelves.

②　Fines & Recalls: Health Canada may initiate product recalls for non-compliant items and impose fines of up to CAD 100,000.

2. Recommended Countermeasures

①　Pre-Testing Optimization: Conduct pre-testing with a laboratory before mass production to identify design defects (e.g., excessive temperature rise).

②　Supply Chain Management: Require suppliers to provide CSA certification documents for key components (e.g., USB modules).

③　DynaMIC Compliance Monitoring: Keep track of updates to CSA standards (e.g., potential new energy efficiency requirements in 2025) to ensure continuous product compliance.

Amazon Canada’s enforcement of CSA C22.2 No.42 testing requirements for plug-in USB devices is primarily aimed at ensuring product safety and compliance. Sellers should focus on categories such as outlets, power strips, and chargers, and plan the certification process in advance to avoid operational risks.