ASTM F2906 Consumer Safety Standard Specification for Bedside Sleepers.

Core Purpose:

To prevent safety risks such as infant entrapment, structural failure, and improper assembly associated with bedside sleepers in use, ensuring the safe sleep of infants under 5 months old (or those who have not yet learned to support themselves on their hands and knees), and regulating the stability and structural safety of the product's connection to an aduIt bed. 

Standard Definition:

ASTM F2906 is the core safety specification for bedside sleepers issued by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). The current latest version is ASTM F2906-23 (effective January 2023). It has been incorporated into 16 CFR 1222 by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and is a mandatory requirementfor products fixed on one side of an adult bed to provide a close sleeping space for infants.It is also a prerequisite for market entry and CPC certification in North America. 

Testing and Certification Requirements:

Must undergo testing by a laboratory accredited by ISO 17025. Key requirements include: Structural Safety: All railing heights meet standards (in accordance with ASTM F2194 requirements), and static load tests show no breakage;

Connection Stability: The connection device to the adult bed passes a pull test without loosening orfalling off;

Assembly Requirements: Provide clear assembly instructions and prevent incorrect assembly of critical components;

Marking Requirements: Indicate the applicable age range and safety warnings (e.g., regularly check connection stability, do not place soft items).