Understanding the New Mandatory Standards for Infant Sleep Products in Australia
This article provides a summary of new regulatory requirements for infant sleep products in Australia. It is intended for informational purposes and does not serve as legal advice. Providers and suppliers should consult the complete legislative documents and seek professional guidance for compliance.
Recent Changes to Australia's Regulatory Framework
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will enforce two new mandatory standards starting 19 January 2026, following a transition period. These are the Mandatory Safety Standard and the Mandatory Information Standard, which together represent a major shift in regulation for products designed or marketed for infant sleep, including certain inclined products.
Mandatory Safety Standard
This standard applies to “infant sleep products,” defined as products designed or marketed for an infant's use during sleep. It includes requirements related to the design, construction, performance, and testing of these products.
Mandatory Information Standard
This standard covers all infant sleep products as well as products that are not specifically sleep products but feature inclined surfaces where an infant might lie, regardless of marketing for sleep purposes.
Scope of the Standards
- The standards address a wide range of products intended or marketed for infant sleep.
- They also include products with inclined surfaces on which an infant may lie, expanding regulatory oversight beyond traditional sleep aids.
- These changes have important implications, especially for early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings.
"The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has introduced two new mandatory standards a safety standard and an information standard that apply from 19 January 2026."
Early childhood services, manufacturers, and retailers must take note of these new regulations to ensure compliance and infant safety.
Author's summary
Australia’s new mandatory standards for infant sleep products, effective January 2026, significantly enhance safety and information requirements, impacting manufacturers and childcare providers alike.
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