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Webinar: CPSC eFiling Data Requirements

Preparing for CBP's Mandatory Transition to Electronic Certificate Filing

Date: February 19, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST
Location: Virtual Webinar (Link provided upon registration)

Event Highlights

• The July 8, 2026 Mandate: Understand the effective changes coming July 8, 2026 (or January 8, 2027 for Foreign Trade Zones), which require all importers of CPSC-regulated consumer products to electronically file certificate of compliance data through CBP's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system at the time of entry.

• CPSC Product Registry Deep Dive: A live walkthrough of the CPSC Product Registry system. Learn how to establish your Business Account, upload certificate data, and choose between the Full PGA Message Set or Reference PGA Message Set filing methods.

• Critical Data Elements Explained: Discover the seven mandatory data elements required for every import—including product identification, certifier information, applicable safety rules, manufacturing details, testing documentation, and recordkeeper contacts—and how to structure this data for seamless electronic submission.

• Compliance Strategies for Success: Learn the specific steps importers must take now to avoid shipment delays, customs holds, and potential refusal of entry. Understand how to work with CPSC-accredited labs, maintain real-time accurate records, and ensure your certificates are filed correctly with every shipment.

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