Centexbel’s CPSC recognition extended

Centexbel’s recognition by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has been extended through October 2028.

As a CPSC-accepted and BELAC-accredited laboratory, Centexbel can perform testing for specific U.S. product safety requirements, including:

• Lead in paint and surface coatings
• Lead in children’s non-metal products
• Lead in children’s metal products and metal jewelry
• Surface flammability of carpets and rugs
• Surface flammability of small carpets and rugs

This recognition means that Centexbel’s test reports, prepared within the recognized scope, can support companies in demonstrating compliance with applicable U.S. product safety requirements. 

Carpets, rugs, and runners placed on the U.S. market may be subject to the flammability requirements set out in 16 CFR Parts 1630 and 1631. Compliance must be supported by appropriate testing and a General Certificate of Conformity, or GCC.  

Since July 8, 2026, importers of regulated consumer products must electronically submit their certificate data through CPSC eFiling before the products enter U.S. commerce. 

Are you preparing carpets & rugs for export to the United States? Centexbel can help you determine the relevant testing requirements and support you with recognized laboratory testing.