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Products the mandatory standard applies to
Elastic luggage straps are used to secure luggage or other objects. They are also called:
- octopus or occy straps
- bungee or bungie cords.
This mandatory standard applies to elastic straps, ties or cords that have hooks, buckles or other fastening devices at each end.
Products the mandatory standard does not apply to
The elastic luggage straps mandatory standard excludes:
- elasticated cargo nets
- elasticated straps made for securing a vehicle jack or toolkit within a vehicle.
Complying with the mandatory standard
This information is an overview of how to comply with the mandatory standard. Suppliers must not rely on this information as a complete guide to compliance.
View the full detail of the mandatory standard.
Safety markings
Elastic straps must have a permanent label attached to, or stamped on, it with this warning:
WARNING: Rebounding hooks cause blindness. Place hooks with care.
Keep face and body out of rebound path.
DO NOT overstretch. DO NOT use when strap has visible signs of wear or damage.
Elastic straps warning label
This image is an example of the safety warning label. The safety warning label must comply with the requirements of the mandatory standard.
Mandatory standard details
For full details of the mandatory standard requirements refer to the Consumer Goods (Elastic luggage straps) Safety Standard 2017.
The accompanying Explanatory Statement has further information.
When a product does not comply
Fines and penalties may apply for failure to comply with a mandatory safety or information standard. For more information, see fines and penalties.
Suppliers may need to recall a product when it doesn't meet the mandatory standard or is potentially unsafe.