CPC Testing Standard ASTM F406 for Play Yards
A play yard is a freestanding enclosure with mesh or fabric non-rigid sides and floor, designed to provide a sleeping and play environment for children (under 35 inches [890 mm] in height, preventing infants from climbing out). This policy applies to play yards specifically designed for children's sleep and play. It also covers play yards sold with accessories. Examples of such combination products include changing table accessories, activity components or other toys, and bassinet attachments. Play yards with accessories must meet the following additional requirements.
This policy does not apply to inflatable play yards and non-full-size cribs. For more information on our policy regarding non-full-size cribs, please refer to Non-Full-Size Cribs.
Amazon requires that all play yards must be tested and comply with the following specific regulations or standards:
1. Play Yards
All of the following:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (lead, phthalates);
Section 14(a)(5) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tracking label);
16 CFR Part 1130 (Consumer Registration Requirements for Durable Infant or Toddler Products);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F406-19 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs and Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1221 (Safety Standard for Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1220 (Safety Standard for Non-Full-Size Cribs).
2. Play Yards with Changing Table Accessories
All of the following:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (lead, phthalates);
Section 14(a)(5) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tracking label);
16 CFR Part 1130 (Consumer Registration Requirements for Durable Infant or Toddler Products);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F406-19 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs and Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1221 (Safety Standard for Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1220 (Safety Standard for Non-Full-Size Cribs);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F2388-21 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Changing Products for Infant Children at Home);
16 CFR Part 1235 (Requirements for Infant Changing Products).
3. Play Yards with Activity Components or Other Toys
All of the following:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (lead, phthalates);
Section 14(a)(5) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tracking label);
16 CFR Part 1130 (Consumer Registration Requirements for Durable Infant or Toddler Products);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F406-19 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs and Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1221 (Safety Standard for Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1220 (Safety Standard for Non-Full-Size Cribs);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F963-17 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety);
16 CFR Part 1250 (ASTM F963 Mandatory Toy Safety Standard).
4. Play Yards with Bassinet Accessories
All of the following:
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (lead, phthalates);
Section 14(a)(5) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tracking label);
16 CFR Part 1130 (Consumer Registration Requirements for Durable Infant or Toddler Products);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F406-19 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs and Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1221 (Safety Standard for Play Yards);
16 CFR Part 1220 (Safety Standard for Non-Full-Size Cribs);
Any one of the following:
ASTM F406-19 Clause 5.19 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Full-Size Cribs/Play Yards [Bassinet/Cradle Accessories - Without Attachment Hardware]);
ASTM F2906-13(2019) Standard (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Bassinets and Cradles);
16 CFR Part 1222 (Safety Standard for Bassinets and Cradles);
ASTM F2194-16e1 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Infant Bassinets and Cradles);
16 CFR Part 1218 (Safety Standard for Infant Bassinets and Cradles).