Law Name：Labeling Criteria for PushchairsCH
As promulgated by the Ministry of Economic Affairs pursuant to the public notice of October 30, 1996. (Ref. NO. Chin (85) Shan 220608)
As amended by the Ministry of Economic Affairs pursuant to the public notice of July 2.2004. (Ref. No. Chin (93) Shan 09302108710)
As amended by the Ministry of Economic Affairs pursuant to the public notice of February 15.2023.(Ref. No. Chin Shan 11204703380)
As amended by the Ministry of Economic Affairs pursuant to the public notice of July 2.2004. (Ref. No. Chin (93) Shan 09302108710)
As amended by the Ministry of Economic Affairs pursuant to the public notice of February 15.2023.(Ref. No. Chin Shan 11204703380)
Law Content:
1.This Criteria is stipulated pursuant to Article 12 of the Commodity Labeling Act.
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.The label of pushchairs shall include the following:
(1)Name of commodity and model number;
(2)Commodities manufactured domestically, the name, address and service telephone number of the manufacturer, contractor or distributor shall be labeled. Imported commodities, the name, address and service telephone number of the importer or distributor and the foreign name of the foreign manufacturer or foreign contractor shall be labeled;
(3)Place of origin;
(4)Major components/ingredients or materials;
(5)Applicable age (in terms of months) and the maximum weight permitted(in terms of kilograms);
(6)"Year, month" or "year, week" of manufacturing;
(7)Methods of use;
(8)Precautions and emergency treatments;
(9)Warnings shall be labeled if hazards to the safety or health of users are apprehended. The types and text content examples of warning are shown in the table below(Selective labeling according to the actual situation of the commodity):
| Types | Contents of warnings |
|---|---|
| 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. |
(10)Special warnings shall be labeled if the pushchair that may easily cause any specific injury. The types and text content examples of special warning are shown in the table below(Selective labeling according to the actual situation of the commodity):
| Types | Contents of special warnings |
|---|---|
| 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: ×× (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. An example is shown in the figure below.  |
4.Labeling methods for pushchairs are as the following:
(1)The labeling requirements of Criterion No.3. shall be easily seen and firmly attached on the product and which label shall be made of durable material. However, (7) of Criterion No.3. can be labeled in the manual.
(2)The size of words or numbers used in the labeling shall exceed 2.5mm×2.5 mm.
(3)The contents should be expressed in a plain and simple language, with eligible fonts, texts or illustrations.
(4)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" shall exceed 5mm×5mm.
5. The Criteria shall take effect on May 18, 2023.