Federal Register #2026-08632

CPSC updates mandatory safety standard for full-size baby cribs to incorporate ASTM F1169-25

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is updating the mandatory safety standard for full-size baby cribs, impacting manufacturers and importers: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) - OEMs and Standards: - ASTM International (developer of ASTM F1169-25 standard) - Products/Services Requested: - Full-size baby cribs compliant with ASTM F1169-25 - No specific part numbers or quantities are being procured; the rule mandates compliance with the updated standard - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Incorporates new performance and testing requirements for mesh/fabric-sided cribs - Enhanced requirements for crib accessories - Updated labeling and testing protocols - Applies to all manufacturers, importers, and sellers of full-size baby cribs - Compliance required with revised definitions, performance tests, and labeling as outlined in ASTM F1169-25 - Places of Performance/Delivery: - CPSC Headquarters, 4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 - CPSC Office, 5 Research Place, Rockville, MD 20850

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is updating the mandatory safety standard for full-size baby cribs to incorporate by reference ASTM's 2025 version of the voluntary standard ASTM F1169. This update follows the process established by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) for revising mandatory standards based on voluntary standards. The revised standard includes new performance and testing requirements for mesh/fabric sided products and improved requirements for accessories to enhance safety. The rule is effective August 1, 2026, unless significant adverse comments are received by June 3, 2026.

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