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COSTCO WHOLESALE CORPORATION TEST PROTOCOL FOR

CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
No. of
Evaluation Citation / Method Criteria Results Rating
Samples
SUPPLEMENTAL PROTOCOLS
Note: additional cost, sample size and TAT may be required if testing to 1 or more supplemental protocols is necessary.
Please refer to the above referenced supplemental protocol(s) for additional information
The sample should be reviewed against the requirements of
CSCO-HL-PTCL- Use Protocol CSCO-HL-PTCL-
* California Proposition 65 1 California proposition 65 to determine if additional testing or
06572-US 06572-US
labeling is required.
CSCO-TY-PTCL- Shall meet the applicable requirements in CSCO-TY-PTCL- See Protocol
* Children's products --
08001-US 08001-US Children Products Protocol CSCO-TY-PTCL-08001-US
[For children's items only]
All samples shall be reviewed against the requirements of
CSCO-GB-PTCL-
* CPSIA Requirements 1 CPSIA Requirements supplemental protocol to determine if
08444-US
additional testing or labeling is required.

[US]
All samples shall be reviewed against the requirements of
CSCO-HL-PTCL- TOXICS IN PACKAGING CLEARINGHOUSE protocol to
* Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse -
09062.2-US determine if additional testing or labeling is required.

Note: Test all items except those from Department 36

LABELING
Report (and photograph as required) label.
Manufacturer, Packer, Or Distributor Name & Address
F.P. and L. Act (16 CFR
(City, State & Zip Code)
500) OR NIST Uniform
Labeling - packaging - if applicable All
Laws and Regulations
Client requirement: Rate as FAIL if there is NO street address
Handbook 130
stated
F.P. and L. Act (16 CFR Product Identification
500) OR NIST Uniform
Labeling - packaging - if applicable All
Laws and Regulations
Handbook 130
F.P. and L. Act (16 CFR Net quantity of contents shall be expressed in terms of weight
500) OR NIST Uniform or mass, measure, numerical count, or combination so as to
Labeling - packaging - if applicable All
Laws and Regulations give accurate information to facilitate consumer comparison
Handbook 130 (U.S. and metric units).
CPSD-HL-01057- All Labels Must Be In English And Spanish, Per Costco
Bilingual labeling All
MTHD / Visual Wholesale.
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
Shall indicate country of origin legibly, permanently, and in
comparable size and close proximity to any mention of country
Country of origin 19 CFR 134 All
other than country in which the article was manufactured or
produced. Must be visible at point of purchase.
Must Be Present And List Size (UPC And Item Number Per
CPSD-HL-01057-
Hang tag All Costco Wholesale) Report Placement And Verify If Placement
MTHD / Visual
Meets Specifications.
CPSD-HL-01057- Report Size And Placement Of All Stickers On Slippers or
Stickers All
MTHD / Visual Packaging. Report Any Adverse Effects Of Sticker Removal.
Visual / CPSD-HL- Should be clearly visible inside the shoe or on outsole.
Labeled size or usage All
01057-MTHD
[This only applies to footwear w/ filling materials sold in the
State of Utah.]
[Slippers, after-ski booties]
Visual/Utah Code Title
The Tag or Label (Or it can be printed/stamped on the sample)
Footwear W / filling materials 4 Chapter 10 and Rule All
Must State The Following:
70-101
Name & Address Of Manufacturer Or RN Number
Material Type And Content of Filling
Country Of Origin
[For bedding, upholstered furniture and quilted clothing,
footwear as Slippers, after-ski booties with filling materials
sold in the state of Utah only]
Visual/Utah Code Title
Labeling review for footwear with filling Vendor must include a copy of the registration licensing
4 Chapter 10 and Rule 1
materials: registration document review document from the state of Utah. Anything official with state
70-101
letterhead and accurate product description is acceptable.
Verification of information provided on document will not be
reviewed. Fail if no documentation is submitted.
Must be present and list UPC and item number per Costco
CPSD-HL-01057-
Item number verification All Wholesale. Report placement and verify if placement meets
MTHD / Visual
any specifications.
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
Plastic bags with a thickness of less than 1 mil, in which the
diameter is 5.64 (referencing to 2005 California Business and
Professions Code Sections 22200-22205 CHAPTER 13.
POLYETHYLENE PLASTIC MATERIALS) inches or greater
used as packaging or packaging article for domestic/household
use (e.g. laundry bag, garbage bag) shall contain a warning
statement similar to below on both sides of each bag in
English, French and Spanish:

WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this bag

away from babies and children. Do not use in cribs, beds,
carriages or playpens. This bag is not a toy. Discard bag and
California, New York,
any other packing materials immediately after removing
Chicago and
Costco plastic bag warning statement 1 product. Do not re-use this bag.
Massachusetts State and
City Laws modified
MISE EN GARDE: Pour éviter tout risque de suffocation,
tenir ce sac hors de la portée des bébés et des enfants. Ne pas
utiliser dans les berceaux, les lits, les carrosses ou les parcs.
Ce sac n’est pas un jouet. Jeter ce sac ou tout autre matériau
d’emballage immédiatement après avoir enlevé les produits.
Ne pas ré-utiliser ce sac.

ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar riesgo de sofocación, mantenga

esta bolsa alejada de bebes y niños. No use en cunas, camas,
carriolas o corralitos. Esta bolsa no es un juguete. Tire la
bolsa y los otros materiales de empaque inmediatamente. No
re-use esta bolsa.
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FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
This must be printed on all plastic bags regardless of the
Costco destination country for the item.
All 3 languages must be in the same font size, with equal
presentation.
The warnings shall be printed in an appropriate font size such
that they are clearly visible and legible (per 105 CMR 630.000
and various city/state laws). The size of the print of such
statement shall be as follows:

Total length and width of bag Size of Print

60 inches or more At least 24 point
40 inches to, but not including 60 inches At least 18 point
25 inches to, but not including 40 inches At least 14 point
Less than 25 inches At least 10 point

If the total length and width of the bag is more than 40 inches,
California, New York,
the warning shall be repeated at 20 inch intervals.
Chicago and
Costco plastic bag warning statement 1
Massachusetts State and
The lab will only verify the English version and confirm that
City Laws modified
the French and Spanish warnings are present.

Note:
-A warning statement isn't required on heavy gauge material
typically constructed with zippers and stitched seams. The
actual presence of zippers and seams are not required to meet
this exemption.

Do not fail if :

-The exact verbiage does not need to be present as long as the

general message is conveyed in the provided warning.
-Spanish and French warnings are not present.
-Incorrect font size(s) are used but the warning is still legible.
-Not repeated as required.
-Only on one side of the bag.
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FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
Examine the retail packaging (or submitted artwork).

Record each objective (factual) claim which can be

substantiated by the testing within this protocol and rate
accordingly.

Any net quantity/dimensional claims evaluated in other

sections of this protocol need not be recorded.
CPSD-HL-08612-
Claim verification - level 2 MTHD modified / 1 Record all other objective (factual) and subjective (opinion)
Claim verification claims as "NT" for Not Tested and report as data (also include
in the remarks section of the Executive Summary).

Modification:
1. Claim(s) not verified / tested report as data.

2. If it is determined that there are objective claims that can

only be verified through testing outside the scope of the
protocol, default to a level 3 evaluation.
Examine the retail packaging (or submitted artwork).

Record each objective (factual) claim which can be

substantiated by the testing within this protocol and rate
accordingly.

Any net quantity/dimensional claims evaluated in other

sections of this protocol need not be recorded

CPSD-HL-08612- Additional testing required outside of the protocol shall be

* Claim verification - level 3 MTHD / Client 1 approved by the master client. Any objective claim not tested
requirement at the request of the client, shall be recorded as “Not Tested
Per Client Request”.

All subjective (opinion) claims shall be recorded as “NT” for

not Tested. No rating will be applied to the listed subjective
claims.

Note: Additional charges may apply.

Client requirement: check with Special Instruction for the pre-
approval list of label claims.
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
Must conform to guidelines for leather content / general fiber
content labeling
If all or part of a product is made of non-leather material that
appears to be leather, the non-leather material must be
disclosed on a tag, label, or card attached to the product. The
Labeling review: leather 16 CFR 24 1 disclosure must be of such conspicuousness and clarity as to be
noted by consumers casually inspecting the product.
NOTE: A material that contains ground, pulverized, shredded,
reconstituted or bonded leather cannot be represented as being
wholly leather. Adequate disclosure of these materials, per 16
CFR 24, must be present.
Must be Visible at Point of Sale. If garment label is not visible
through packaging, fiber content must be repeated on
packaging. Verify that wording is present. Generic fiber name
must be used and the contents listed in descending order of
Fiber Content 16 CFR 303/16 CFR 300 1 predominance. (To determine the actual percentage and
correctness of the percentages, please refer to the physical
characteristics section for Fiber Content AATCC 20 / 20A)
(Footwear is exempt unless something is stated about fiber or
they are wool)
If listed, report actual
16 CFR 303 / 16 CFR
RN# Or WPL # Or Manufacturer Name 1 (Footwear is exempt unless something is stated about fiber or
300
they are wool)
Net quantity of contents shall be expressed in terms of weight
or mass, measure, numerical count or combination so as to
give accurate information to facilitate consumer comparison
(U.S. and metric units).

Retail package shall clearly indicate carton contents and

Specific or supplemental net quantity deemed NON-COMPLIANT when ALL THREE of the
requirements - retail package clear following are met:
Costco requirement 1
presentation of selling unit contents or 1. There is No clear written indication of net quantity
piece count expressed on retail package
2. There is No visible way to assess product without
removing from retail package.
3. It is NOT obvious to assume that there is only 1
article in the retail package.
Note: Clear photos of the package of the above discrepancy
should be attached in the report when available."
ANALYTICAL
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
All fabrics and trims, that come into contact with skin, for
adult and children greater than 24 months, shall be negative
result.

Note:
In-house method /
- This method cannot be applied on synthetic fibres like
Formaldehyde spot test on textile CPSD-AN-00018- 1
polyester, nylon, PU, etc. and wet chem. analysis should be
MTHD
done.
- Trims including but not limited to, elastic, embroidery,
ribbons/bows, applique, drawcord, patches, twill tape, etc.

Client requirement
All fabrics and trims, that come into contact with skin, shall
have formaldehyde content comply with one of the following
limits:
(a) for infant and children less than or equal to 24 months,
shall have absorbance (A-Ao) less than or equal to 0.05 (equals
16 ppm)
(b) for adult and children greater than 24 months, shall not
exceed 75 mg/kg (75 ppm).
CPSD-AN-00019-
* Formaldehyde Content 2
MTHD Note:
- For adult and children greater than 24 months, conduct
testing only if formaldehyde spot test shows positive or
inconclusive result.
- Composting is allowed for Adults and children => 24 months
- Composition is NOT allowed for infants and children < 24
months.

Client requirement
All accessible surface coatings in the as received state on items
shall not contain lead or lead components in which the lead
content is in excess of 0.009% (90ppm) of the weight of the
total content.
AOAC
974.02(modified) /
* Total lead content in surface coatings - Report actual results or include data table within report.
CPSD-AN-00001-
MTHD
Component testing is allowed.
Compositing up to 3 colors is allowed

Client Requirement
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
FLAMMABILITY
Shall not exceed the maximum allowable limit of no greater
16 CFR 1500.3 (c) (6)
than 0.1 inches per second. Costco Wholesale requires all
Flammability of solids (vi) / 16 CFR 1500.44 / 1
components to be ignited that are in contact with the upper &
Costco Wholesale
lower perimeter of the major axis.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
[Leather Material Verification]
Leather Identification Microscopic 2
Only The Top Grain Leather Can Be Labeled "Genuine" Or
"Top Grain".
Design And Features Of The Product Should Not Differ From
CPSD-HL-01057-
Design or features All Color Box Pictures, Enclosed Instructions, Or Approval
MTHD / Visual
Sample
CPSD-HL-01056- [gms]
Weight - product MTHD / Standard 1
measure Analytical Balance - As Approval Sample
[Oz./Sq. Yd. And Gms/Sq. Meter]
Ave. Of
Fabric weight ASTM D3776-09ae1
3
±3.0% Report Individual Results And Average.
Ave. Of Report individual results and average
Fabric count of woven fabric ASTM D3775-12
3 +/- 3%
[Yarn Structure]
Yarn number ASTM D1059 1
As Claimed For Ply And Twist Of Yarn Specifications
[Yarn Size]
Ave. Of [Denier/Gauge]
Yarn number ASTM D1059
3
±3.0% as claimed
It is sufficient to verify the presence of non-leather materials in
AATCC 20/20A/(ASTM Ave. Of the upper, the lining and sock, or the outsole, provided that the
* Fiber analysis: quantitative
D629) 3 disclosure is made according to predominance of materials.
Report as Data.
Standard measure / Report actual thickness in mm
Leather thickness CPSD-HL-01056- 1
MTHD
WORKMANSHIP
CPSD-HL-01057- No Silica Packets Allowed
Presence of Silica Packets All
MTHD / Visual
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CSCO - 09235 - US
FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
[Costco Wholesale]

No Sharp Points, Sharp Edges, Pinching, Scissoring, Or

Lacerating
16 CFR 1500 / ASTM ----------------------------------------------------------
Workmanship All
F963-11 modified For Children's Items: No Hazards Are Allowed Per CPSC CFR
1500. Report Failure For Any Of The Above, And Fail The
Item.

Modification = expand scope to other products

[Standard Terminology Relating to Fabric Defects]

- No Defects As Identified In This Methodology

- Shall Be Free Of Impurities, Contamination, Dirt. No Stains,
Discoloration, Mildew, Uneven Color, Scratches, Dents,
Cracks, Marred Or Discolored Surface
- Odors: None Objectionable Or Adverse
- Shall Have No Components Missing, Malformed Or
Fabric defects ASTM D3990-12 All Fractured
- No Poor Sewing Details, Unfinished Seams, Tears, Holes Or
Obvious Weak Points That Could Develop Into A Defect
- Hand Feel Should Not Be Different From Approval Sample
Or Fabric Swatches
- Shall Have No Loose Component And Unsecured Fastening
Where Rigidity Is Required
- Components Shall Be Even In Color
- Painting and Decoration Must Be Accurate And Consistent
PERFORMANCE
[Seam Strength]
[All Seams]
Failure in sewn seams: woven apparel ASTM D1683 1
25.0 lbs (11.4 kg) Minimum
[Attachments:]
ASTM D1683-07
Functional 1
modified
25.0 lbs (11.4 kg) Minimum
[Attachments:]
Non Functional ASTM D1683 (Mod.) 1
15.0 lbs (6.8 kg) Minimum
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FOOTWEAR (SLIPPERS) ADULT / CHILDREN (V23)
[When Applicable]
ASTM D1683-07
Tensile strength - lace 1
modified
25.0 lbs (11.4 kg) Minimum
[Lace Durability]
Abrasion resistance of fabric - flexing ASTM D3885-07a
1
and abrasion method (R2011)
100 Cycles
ASTM F609-05 R2013 CRE µ0.40 min. (Static); µ0.30 min. (Kinetic)
Slip resistance - dry - as submitted (mod) / CPSD-SL- 1
79219-MTHD
Actual use - functionality - not covered CPSD-HL-01058- Should Function As Intended
1
by other tests MTHD / Actual use
No Change After 24 Hrs. @ 95% RH & 100°F - Also Report If
CPSD-HL-01007- Entire Item Was Placed In The Chamber Or If Only Certain
Humidity Exposure 1
MTHD / Humidity Pieces/Sections. If Pieces/Sections Were Tested, List Which
Pieces And Include Before And After Pictures Of The Pieces.
ASTM D3886-99 (R 0.5 gms loss maximum at 2000 cycles
* Sole wearing resistance 1
2011) modified
COLORFASTNESS
[If Applicable]
CPSD-SL-31055-MTHD
Colorfastness to actual laundering 1
Section 9.3 3 Machine Washings No Major Failure, No Open Seams, No
Major Loss of Color, No Appreciable Distortion
[Washing]
CPSD-SL-31055-MTHD [Textile]
Colorfastness to actual laundering 1
Section 9.3
Class 4.0 (Color Change)
[Option 3]
Colorfastness to light AATCC 16.3 1
Class 4.0 @ 10 hrs.
[Atmospheric Fumes]
[Whites Only]
* Colorfastness to burnt gas fumes AATCC 23-10 1
Fume Chamber Class 4.0 (Min.)
[All Inner Components]
Color change: Class 4.0 minimum
Colorfastness to perspiration AATCC 15-07 1
Color staining: Class 3.0 minimum

[Dry]
Colorfastness to rotary crocking AATCC 116-10 1
Rotary Crockmeter Class 3.0
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[Wet]
Colorfastness to rotary crocking AATCC 116-10 1
Rotary Crockmeter Class 2.0
[white only]
* Colorfastness to Ozone AATCC 109-05 1
2 Cycles (White: 2 Cycles - Class 3.0 Min.)
* Colorfastness to artificial saliva DIN 53160-1:2010-10 1 Wetting - Color Transfer

Key:
* Additional Charge For This Test
** Mandatory Requirement
# By Request Only

Result Key:
M Meets
NM Does Not Meet
NA Not Applicable
NT Not Tested
C Claimed
R Results

Rating Key:
UNSAT Unsatisfactory
GOOD Good

No. Of Samples Required for Complete Testing Client Approval: FEBRUARY 16, 2013 /
- 3 Pairs Adult Tom Liburdi
plus 1 pair Creation Date: MARCH 25, 2003
addt'l color, 6 Last Revision Date: FEBRUARY 28, 2014
Pairs Children Pricing Review Date:
& Baby plus 2
pair addt'l color
(2 Outsoles For
Ross Flex Test) Technical Review Date:
No. Of (Fully Packed) Cartons For Transit 1
Testing:
No. Of Working Days For Complete Testing: 5
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