ASTM F2613: Consumer Safety Standard for Children's Chairs and Stools.

Primary Objective: 

To prevent safety risks such as tipping, entrapment, and structural collapse associatedwith children's chairs/stools under normal use and foreseeable abusive scenarios, ensuring the safety of children aged 3 to 12. The standard addresses the balance between product support stability and user comfort needs. 

Definition:

The current most recent version of ASTM F2613 is ASTM F2613-19. It applies to various types of children's chairs and stools used in both residential and commercial settings (excluding vehicle seats and high-chair tables). It serves as the core compliance basis for products to be marketed in the North American market and on major e-commerce platforms. It is also a critical prerequisite for products to obtain CPC certification.

Testing and Certification Requirements:

Key requirements include:Testing must be conducted by a laboratory accredited by ISO 17025.  Structural Strength: Static load test (applying 1.5 times the rated load) without cracking or deformation; connection components must withstand a tensile force of >222N.

Stability: Fall prevention test (applying forces in all directions 245N) without tipping; leg spacing to prevent entrapment.

Safety Features: No sharp edges or protrusions; small parts pass swallowing tests. Marking Requirements: Information about the manufacturer, applicable age range, and safety warnings (such as adult supervision instructions) must be marked.