US CPSC Issues Direct Final Rule for Infant and Cradle Swings

On May 30, 2024, the CPSC published a direct final rule to update 16 CFR 1223, the safety standard for infant and cradle swings（including combination swings）. The rule incorporates the latest version ASTM F2088-24(Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Infant and Cradle Swings) with no modifications. It will become effective on September 14, 2024, provided the CPSC does not receive significant adverse comments by July 1, 2024.

The define of Infant and Cradle Swings:

Infant swings – a swing that enables an infant in a seated position to swing or glide and is intended for use with infants from birth until the infant attempts to climb out of the swing (approximately 9 months)Cradle swings – a swing which is intended for use by an infant lying flat to swing or glide and is intended for use with infants from birth until the infant begins to push up onto their hands and knees (approximately 5 months)

The purpose of the Infant and Cradle Swings standard:

The standard seeks to minimize the risk of death and injuries associated with the use of swings, including those related to swings tipping over or collapsing, structural failures, and entanglement in the restraints or entrapment in leg holes.

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