Legislative: |
1.Promulgated on October 30, 1996 2.Amended on July 2, 2004 |
Content: |
1.The Criteria are established in accordance with Article 11 of the Commodity Labeling Law to establish
proper labeling of pushchairs, maintain the reputation of manufacturers protect the rights and interests
of consumers and to ensure the safety of users. However, pushchairs to be exported may be labeled in
accordance with the applicable regulations of the importing country.
2.For purposes of these Criteria, the term "pushchairs" denotes any of the following:
(1)Strollers with wheels which can carry infants of at least six months old and cause them to be seated;
(2)Carriages with wheels which can carry infants and are adjustable; or
(3)Carrying mechanisms with wheels and straps which can be wheeled along or carried on the back.
3.Labeling requirements:
(1)Name and model number of the product;
(2)Manufacturing year;
(3)Name, address, telephone number and uniform business number of the manufacturer; if the product is
imported, the name, address, telephone number and uniform business number of the agent, importer or
distributor, and the name and address of the manufacture, and the country of manufacture;
(4)Applicable age (in terms of months) and the maximum weight permitted;
(5)Major components or materials;
(6)Method of use (directions for use may be submitted);
(7)Precaution and emergency treatment;
(8)If the product is detrimental to the user's safety or health, a warning or special warning shall be
provided.
4.Labeling Method:
(1)The labeling requirements shall be easily seen and firmly attached on the product and which label
shall be made of durable material.
(2)The label on the product shall be mainly in the Chinese language and may be supplemented by any
foreign language.
(3)The size of words or numbers used in the labeling shall exceed 2.5mm*2.5 mm.
(4)Simple and clear typeface, words or drawings shall be used in the labeling.
(5)Pushchairs originally to be exported but later offered for domestic sale shall contain labeling or
directions for use in the Chinese language.
(6)Imported pushchairs offered for sale shall contain Chinese labeling and directions for use or warning,
the contents of which shall in no event be simpler than those of the labeling and directions for use
adopted in the origin of such product.
(7)The typeface or symbols used in a warning shall be of a different color that is easily distinguishable
from the background colors. The size of the word "warning" or "precaution" shall exceed 5mm*5mm.
(8)The type of words and wording used in a warning shall be as follows:
Type |
Warning |
1.Strollers which can carry infants and cause them to be seated |
(1)Warning! Do not leave infant alone in stroller unattended.
(2)Warning! Do not use this product with infants under six months old.
(3)warning! Do not carry more than one infant,
other articles or accessories on stroller (unless
stroller is equipped with such function).
(4)Warning! Overloading, inaccurate folding,
or use of unapproved parts
and accessories may result in damage or breakdown of stroller or
render stroller unsafe. All users must read
manufacturer's directions for use.
(5)Warning! Seat belt or securing system must
be accurately buckled and used.
(6)Warning! Remove infant from
stroller before adjusting stroller, or injury may be caused to infant.
(7)Warning! Do not use stroller on staircases.
(8)Warning! Stay away from high temperature,
pools or power source.
(9)Warning! Infant should be forbid from
standing up.
(10)Warning! Do not leave stroller on roads,
slopes or dangerous places.
(11)Warning! Do not lift entire stroller while
infant is in it. |
2.Carriages which can carry infants and are adjustable |
(1)Warning! Do not leave infant alone in carriage unattended.
(2)Warning! Do not carry more than one infant,
other articles or accessories on carriage (unless
carriage is equipped with such function).
(3)Warning! Overloading, inaccurate folding,
or use of unapproved parts and accessories may
result in damage or breakdown of carriage or
render carriage unsafe. All users must read manufacture's
directions for use.
(4)Warning! Seat belt or securing system must be accurately
buckled and used.
(5)Warning! When adjusting any mobile
accessories of carriage, ensure a safe distance
between infant's limbs and carriage.
(6)Warning! Infant may slide out of the opening
at the bottom or suffocate (such warning
is not required if the carriage has no opening
or is in a lying position where all openings
will automatically narrow).
(7)Warning! Do not use carriage on staircases.
(8)Warning! Stay away from areas near high
temperature, pools or power source.
(9)Warning! Do not allow infant to stand.
(10)Warning! Do not leave carriage on roads,
slopes or at dangerous places.
(11)Warning! Do not list entire carriage while
infant is in it. |
3.Carriages with wheels and straps that can be carried on the shoulders |
(1)Warning! Do not leave infant alone in carriage unattended.
(2)Warning! Do not carry more than one infant,
other articles or accessories on carriage ( unless
carriage is equipped with special function
for such carriage).
(3)Warning! Overloading, incorrect folding
or using unauthorized spare parts may result
in damage or breakdown of the chair, or render
it unsafe. All users must read manufacturer's
directions for use.
(4)Warning! Seat belts or securing system
must be correctly fastened and used.
(5)Warning! When adjusting any mobile
components or strap of carriage, ensure
a safe distance between infant's limbs
and carriage or strap.
(6)Warning! Do not use carriage on staircases.
(7)Warning! Stay away from areas near high
temperature, pools or power source.
(8)Warning! Do not allow infant to stand.
(9)Warning! Do not leave carriage on roads,
slopes or at dangerous places.
(10)Warning! When carriage is not carried on
the back, make sure the strap is properly placed
out of touch by infant. |
(9)Special warning:
A special warning shall be placed according to the above subparagraph and the following on a pushchair which may easily
cause specific harm.
Type |
Special Warning |
1.Pushchair with an airtight canopy |
Warning! Canopy to be installed should be
made of airtight materials to avoid suffocation. |
2.Pushchair with dual waist and crotch straps |
Warning! Infant should use both the waist
and crotch straps. |
3.Pushchair which can carry two infants at the same time |
Warning! Infant should be seated as specified. |
4.Pushchair with a brake or braking system |
Warning! Make sure all braking devices
are used when braking the pushchair. |
5.Pushchair with a rack or hook |
Warning! Carrying capacity of the rack or
hook:xxx (to be determined by the manufacturer
in consideration of safety in design). |
6.Pushchair with attached toys |
Warning! Infant should be prevented from
swallowing or improperly using the toys. |
7.Extension or foldaway chair |
Warning! Before use, make sure the chair is
set upright with all parts secured to ensure safety. |
8.Inflammable pushchair |
(1)Warning! Keep away from fire.
(2)Fire sign. |
5.These Criteria are implemented as of May 16,1997. |