United States updates safety standards for toddler beds
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved updates to the federal safety standard for toddler beds, incorporating the latest revisions to ASTM International’s voluntary safety specification. The move is intended to improve product safety and align mandatory federal regulations with current industry standards.
New mandatory standard
The updated rule adopts ASTM F1821-25 as the new mandatory standard for toddler beds, replacing the previous ASTM F1821-19 version. According to the announcement, the revised requirements include updated labeling provisions, revised warning language, and additional clarification on instructional materials and product testing procedures.
Toddler beds covered by the regulation are designed to accommodate children who have outgrown cribs but are generally younger than five years old. The standard applies to beds intended to provide a safe transition between a crib and a standard-sized bed.
Reduce potential hazards
The CPSC stated that the updates are designed to reduce potential hazards associated with toddler beds and improve consistency in product safety requirements across the market. Manufacturers and importers selling toddler beds in the United States will be required to comply with the revised standard.
The final rule is scheduled to take effect 180 days after publication in the Federal Register, giving manufacturers time to adjust products and documentation to meet the new requirements.
Industry experts note that the revision forms part of the CPSC’s broader effort to maintain up-to-date safety standards for juvenile products and ensure alignment between federal rules and evolving ASTM voluntary standards.
Further details regarding the revised technical requirements, testing methods, and compliance obligations have been made available through Intertek.