Mandatory Certification for Amazon North America

Deadline:October 17, 2025

Amazon North America has recently issued an important notice to sellers, requiring that certain product categories complete mandatory certifications and submit compliance documents before the deadline. Products not processed in time risk being removed from the platform.

Affected Products

This inspection mainly targets the following three types of certifications. Sellers shoULd quickly verify their product lists:

01. CPC Certification | Children’s Product Safety Certificate

- Applicable Products:All items intended for children aged 12 and under → toys, children’s clothing, maternity and baby products, stationery, cradles, etc.

- Testing Standards:cpsia + ASTM F963

- Test Items:Lead content, phthalates, physical safety, etc.

02. FCC Certification | Wireless / RF Device compliance

- Applicable Products:Any product with wireless or RF transmission → Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi products, smart home devices, small appliances, remote-controlled toys, etc.

- Certification Type:fcc id (with wireless transmission) or fcc sdoc (without wireless transmission)

03. ul test report / ENERGY STAR Certification

- Applicable Products:

- Lamps, batteries, chargers, small appliances, etc. (UL safety report requiRED)

- LED lights, home appliances, etc. (ENERGY STAR energy efficiency certification required)

- Testing Requirements:Must be issued by an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory

Why Is Amazon Suddenly Strict About Certifications?

- Compliance with increased regulations from U.S. CPSC, FCC, and other agencies

- Removal of long-standing “certification loophole products” from the platform

- Enhance consumer trust and shopping safety

- Avoid potential product liability and legal risks

One-Stop Compliance Solution

If your products are not yet certified, JJR LAB Testingprovides professional, fast, one-stop services to help you meet the deadline.

Advantages of JJR LAB Testing Services

- Full Accreditation:Officially recognized CPSC, FCC, ISO 17025 certifications; reports accepted by Amazon

- Wide Category Coverage:Supports children’s products, electronics, wireless devices, and more

- Expedited Service Available:Special fast-track testing for the October 17 deadline

- 1-on-1 Guidance:Professional team assists from application and testing to platform submission, avoiding audit failures

Steps to Ensure Compliance

1. Log in to Seller Central → Account Health→ Compliance Requests, and check the ASINs requiring certification

2. Contact JJR LAB Testing, provide product information, and obtain a certification plan and quote

3. Send samples to initiate the testing process

4. Receive reports and submit them for platform review