What is the CPSC eFiling mandate?
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Starting July 8, 2026, all consumer products entering the US must have safety certificates electronically filed in the CBP ACE system via PGA Message Sets. This replaces the old “keep on file” system.
What is a Digital Product Passport (DPP)?
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An EU regulation requiring products sold in the EU to carry a scannable QR code linking to material composition, manufacturing origin, carbon footprint, and recyclability data. Mandatory for most product categories by 2027.
Do I need third-party lab testing for adult apparel?
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Usually not. Most adult apparel made from plain-surface natural fibers (cotton, linen, wool) weighing ≥2.6 oz/sq yard qualifies for Disclaimer B (Code 130.006), which exempts you from third-party testing. You still need a GCC.
What’s the difference between a CPC and a GCC?
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A Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) is required for products designed for children under 12 and requires third-party lab testing. A General Certificate of Conformity (GCC) is for all other consumer products and can be based on reasonable testing.
What happens if I don’t eFile by July 8?
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Your shipment will be held at the port. Typical delays are 14 days with $2,000–$5,000 in warehouse and demurrage fees per container. Repeated violations can result in civil penalties up to $120,000.
What is CPSC RAM 2.0?
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The Risk Assessment Methodology used by CPSC to score every incoming shipment 0–100. Products with flagged HTS codes, history of violations, or manufacturing from high-risk countries get higher scores and more inspections.
Can I use ClearPort AI with Shopify?
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Yes. Connect your Shopify store and we’ll import your products automatically. Each product gets a compliance profile, material declaration, and QR-coded Digital Product Passport.
What does the free trial include?
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5 products, full compliance audit, PDF lab report scanner, HTS risk checker, Disclaimer Bot, Broker Export generator, and QR passport generation. No credit card required.
What is the EU ESPR Unsold Goods requirement?
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Starting July 19, 2026, medium and large companies must publicly disclose what happens to unsold inventory (destroyed, donated, recycled). Even small brands are affected if selling through large retailers.
How is ClearPort AI different from atma.io?
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Atma.io is an enterprise platform ($50K+/year, 6-month implementation) designed for Fortune 500 brands that own their supply chain. ClearPort AI is built for SMBs — the brands that ARE the supply chain — at $99/mo with same-day setup.