Beginning July 8, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) officially mandated electronic filing (eFiling), marking a shift from post-entry enforcement to real-time screening during customs entry. Importers of regulated small appliances and consumer electronics must transmit key Certificate of Compliance (CoC) data via CBP's PGA message set in ACE upon arrival. The requirement applies broadly to small household appliances subject to CPSC safety standards, including smart kitchen gadgets and personal care devices. Shipments lacking proper digital certificates face customs holds and inspections. Compliance bodies advise global manufacturers and importers to integrate digital certificate systems to prevent supply chain bottlenecks.