An infant swing is a seat intended for an infant to sit and swing or glide, suitable for use from birth until the infant begins to pull themselves up to climb (approximately 9 months of age). On February 1, 2024, ASTM International approved a revision to ASTM F2088, and ASTM F2088-24 was published in March 2024.

Amazon requires all infant swings to be tested and compliant with the following regulations, standards and requirements: All of the regulations listed below:

1. Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) (lead and phthalates);

2. Section 14(a)(5) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (tracking label);

3. 16 CFR Part 1130 (consumer registration requirement for durable infant or toddler products);

And any one of the following regulations or standards:

1. ASTM F2088-24, Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Infant and Cradle Swings;

2. 16 CFR Part 1223 (Safety Standard for Infant and Cradle Swings).

ASTM F2088-24 mainly sets forth requirements in the following aspects:

1. Structural Safety: The construction of infant and cradle swings shall be sufficiently robust to withstand forces and stresses encountered during normal use. Structural components shall also be free of sharp edges and protrusions that could cut or abrade an infant.

2. Dynamic Stability: Infant and cradle swings shall maintain adequate dynamic stability during operation to prevent injury to the infant caused by excessive motion or instability.

3. Suspension System: The suspension system shall support the full weight of the swing and remain stable during normal use. It shall also allow quick and easy installation and adjustment so caregivers can modify swing height as needed.

4. Swing Seat: The seat shall have adequate strength and durability to support the infant’s weight. The seat shall be ergonomically designed for infant comfort. The seat and backrest shall provide proper support to prevent the infant from sliding out or tipping over while the swing is in motion.

5. Safety Belt and Harness System: Infant and cradle swings shall be equipped with a compliant safety belt and harness system to hold the infant in position and prevent sliding out or tipping over.

6. Materials: Materials used in infant swings shall feature satisfactory corrosion resistance, flame resistance and environmental performance.

7. Test Methods: The standard specifies test methods for evaluating the structure, dynamic stability, suspension system, seat, harness system and other components of the swing.

Compared with the prior edition, the most significant change in ASTM F2088-24 relates to cords and straps on infant and cradle swings: their definitions have been clarified, and associated test requirements and test procedures have been revised.

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