ASTM F2372

1.1 This consumer safety performance specification covers performance requirements, test methods, and labeling requirements for shopping carts and restraint systems.

1.2 This specification is intended to cover children who are at least six months of age and at least 15 lb (7 kg) up to children who are not more than four years of age and who weigh no more than 35 lb (16 kg).

1.3 This specification does not include any provisions nor is intended for use of personal infant carriers.

1.4 No shopping cart or restraint system produced after the approval date of this consumer safety performance specification shall, either by label or other means, indicate compliance with this specification unless it conforms to all requirements herein.

1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.6 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section , of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

D3359 Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
16 CFR 1501 Method for Identifying Toys and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children under 3 Years of Age which Present Choking, Aspiration, or Ingestion Hazards because of Small Parts
16 CFR 1700 Poison Prevention Packaging Act
CRABI 12 Dummy 49 CFR 572, subpart R (see )

Index Terms

Bascart; carts; shopping buggy; shopping carts; shopping trolley; shopping wagon; ICS Number Code 97.130.30

Citing ASTM Standards

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