ASTM F2654-23

Standard Specification for Airsoft Gun Warnings

ABSTRACT
This specification covers low energy air guns (LEAG), commonly referred to as airsoft guns, air soft guns, or soft air guns, or any combination thereof, which propel a low energy air gun projectile. Non-powder guns, paintball markers, toy products, non-recreational guns such as those used by law enforcement, scientific, or military agencies are not covered by this specification. The appropriate warnings and instructions that are to be provided for literature, labels, packages, and procedures for safe use of low energy air guns are addressed in this specification. Literature shall be provided with each low energy air gun and shall include, as applicable, the prescribed instructions and cautionary statements. Packaging shall be labeled in a prominent and conspicuous manner as prescribed. Safety disclaimers shall not be used which dilute or negate the effectiveness of the warnings provided for in these instructions, labeling, and marking requirements.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers airsoft guns, air soft guns, or soft air guns, or any combination thereof, which propel a low energy air gun projectile, as defined in 3.1.2 and meeting the requirements in Specification F2748. These devices are also known as low energy air guns (LEAG).  
1.2 Limitations—This specification does not cover the following categories of gun products: Products covered by Specifications F589 (non-powder guns), F2272 (paintball markers), F2573 (toy products), and F2574 (non-recreational guns such as those used by law enforcement, scientific, or military agencies).  
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 14-Jul-2023
• ICS: 95.060 - Weapons
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.27 - Airsoft

Relations

• Refers: ASTM F2748-19 - Standard Specification for Airsoft Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2019
• Refers: ASTM F2748-15(2019) - Standard Specification for Airsoft Guns
• Effective Date: 15-May-2019
• Refers: ASTM F589-16 - Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Powder Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2016
• Refers: ASTM F2679-15e1 - Standard Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Airsoft Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2015
• Refers: ASTM F2748-15 - Standard Specification for Airsoft Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2015
• Refers: ASTM F2679-15 - Standard Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Airsoft Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2015
• Refers: ASTM F2573-06(2014) - Standard Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material Projectile
• Effective Date: 01-May-2014
• Refers: ASTM F2574-06(2014) - Standard Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker
• Effective Date: 01-May-2014
• Refers: ASTM F2748-14 - Standard Specification for Low Energy Air Guns
• Effective Date: 01-May-2014
• Refers: ASTM F2679-13 - Standard Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Low Energy Air Guns
• Effective Date: 01-May-2013
• Refers: ASTM F2272-13 - Standard Specification for Paintball Markers
• Effective Date: 01-May-2013
• Refers: ASTM F589-12 - Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Powder Guns
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2012
• Refers: ASTM F2272-12 - Standard Specification for Paintball Markers
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2012
• Refers: ASTM F2272-11 - Standard Specification for Paintball Markers
• Effective Date: 01-May-2011
• Refers: ASTM F2574-06(2010) - Standard Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2010

Overview

ASTM F2654-23: Standard Specification for Airsoft Gun Warnings is an international standard developed by ASTM International. This specification addresses safety warnings, labeling, instructions, and packaging requirements for low-energy air guns, commonly referred to as airsoft guns, air soft guns, or soft air guns. ASTM F2654-23 establishes necessary safety practices and product information for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to ensure the responsible sale and use of airsoft products.

The scope of this standard is limited to airsoft guns designed to expel a 6 mm non-metallic projectile using low-energy sources. It does not apply to non-powder guns, paintball markers, toy products, or non-recreational firearms used by law enforcement or military agencies.

Key Topics

ASTM F2654-23 covers several critical areas for airsoft gun safety and compliance:

• Prominent Safety Warnings: Packaging and literature must display cautionary statements about eye protection, proper use, and legal implications.
• Labeling Requirements: Clearly marks packaging and the product itself with manufacturer/distributor/dealer information, model number, caliber, type of propellant, and maximum velocity.
• Cautionary Statements: Instructions must warn users that airsoft guns are not toys, misuse can cause serious injury or death, and highlight the need for eye protection.
• Age Recommendations and Supervision: Advises a minimum purchase age of 18 and requires adult supervision.
• Legal Notices: Includes conspicuous warnings about public display and alteration of airsoft gun appearance to prevent confusion with real firearms and to comply with applicable laws.
• Instructions for Safe Use: Comprehensive guidance on loading, operation, maintenance, storage, handling, and choosing safe backstops and targets.
• Durable Product Marking: Warnings and identification must be durably marked on the product or through durable tags if standard packaging is not used.
• ANSI Z535 Compliance: Specifies the format, color, and prominence of safety alert symbols and signal words such as “WARNING.”

Applications

The practical value of ASTM F2654-23 is observed throughout the airsoft industry and among regulatory bodies concerned with airsoft gun safety:

• Product Safety: Manufacturers use this standard to ensure their products meet essential safety and labeling requirements, reducing accidental injuries.
• Retail Compliance: Distributors and retailers can confidently sell airsoft equipment that conforms to clear warning and instruction criteria, minimizing liability and supporting consumer safety.
• Consumer Awareness: End users and guardians benefit from clear usage guidelines, legal advisories, and warnings, enabling safer and more informed participation in airsoft activities.
• Legal Adherence: Packaging and manuals inform users of relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, aiding compliance and preventing improper, illegal, or unsafe use.

Related Standards

Several other standards work in conjunction with ASTM F2654-23 to address safety and regulatory aspects surrounding airsoft and similar products:

• ASTM F589: Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Powder Guns
• ASTM F2272: Specification for Paintball Markers
• ASTM F2573: Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material Projectile
• ASTM F2574: Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker
• ASTM F2679: Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Airsoft Guns
• ASTM F2748: Specification for Airsoft Guns
• ANSI Z535: Standard for Safety Colors, including safety alert symbols required on warnings and labeling

Adherence to ASTM F2654-23 supports the responsible manufacturing and sale of airsoft guns, protection of users, and legal compliance, ultimately promoting safer recreational environments and consumer confidence in the market.

Standards Content (Sample)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F2654 − 23 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Airsoft Gun Warnings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2654; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope F2574 Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker
F2679 Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Airsoft
1.1 This specification covers airsoft guns, air soft guns, or
Guns
soft air guns, or any combination thereof, which propel a low
F2748 Specification for Airsoft Guns
energy air gun projectile, as defined in 3.1.2 and meeting the
requirements in Specification F2748. These devices are also 2.2 ANSI Standard:
known as low energy air guns (LEAG). ANSI Z535 Standard for Safety Colors
1.2 Limitations—This specification does not cover the fol-
3. Terminology
lowing categories of gun products: Products covered by
Specifications F589 (non-powder guns), F2272 (paintball 3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
markers), F2573 (toy products), and F2574 (non-recreational
3.1.1 airsoft gun, n—commonly referred to as airsoft gun,
guns such as those used by law enforcement, scientific, or
air soft gun, or soft air gun, or any combination thereof, or a
military agencies).
low energy air gun (LEAG), refers to a device specifically
designed to expel a projectile as described in Specification
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
F2679, by the release of energy by compressed air, compressed
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
gas, mechanical springs, battery, or a combination thereof.
only.
3.1.2 airsoft gun projectile, n—is spherical, 6 mm (.24 cal)
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
in diameter, non-metallic and non-liquid filled projectile to be
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
used in an airsoft gun meeting the requirements in Specifica-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
tion F2679.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4. Significance and Use
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
4.1 This specification addresses the appropriate warnings
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
and instructions that are to be provided for literature, labels,
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
packages, and procedures for safe use of airsoft guns.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5. Conformance
2. Referenced Documents
5.1 Airsoft guns shall not, either by label or other means,
indicate conformance with this specification unless they con-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
form with the applicable requirements contained herein.
F589 Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Powder Guns
F2272 Specification for Paintball Markers
6. General Requirements
F2573 Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material
Projectile
6.1 Literature—Literature shall be provided with each air-
soft gun and shall include, as applicable, the instructions and
cautionary statements specified in Section 7.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
6.2 Packaging—Packaging shall be labeled in a prominent
Subcommittee F08.27 on Airsoft.
and conspicuous manner in accordance with the provisions of
Current edition approved July 15, 2023. Published August 2023. Originally
Section 7.
approved in 2007. Last previous edition approved in 2020 as F2654 – 16 (2020).
DOI: 10.1520/F2654-23.
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7. Instructions, Labeling, and Marking 7.3.3.9 The packaging for airsoft guns with an energy under
two joule shall contain a warning statement: “WARNING: DO
7.1 General—Packaging and literature for airsoft guns with
NOT BRANDISH OR DISPLAY THIS AIRSOFT GUN IN
energy under two joule shall contain a cautionary statement as
PUBLIC – IT MAY CONFUSE PEOPLE AND MAY BE A
prescribed in this specification.
CRIME. POLICE AND OTHERS MAY THINK IT IS A
7.2 Safety disclaimers shall not be used which dilute or
REAL FIREARM. DO NOT CHANGE THE COLORATION
negate the effectiveness of the warnings provided for in these
AND MARKINGS TO MAKE IT LOOK MORE LIKE A
instructions, labeling, and marking requirements.
FIREARM. THAT IS DANGEROUS AND MAY BE A
CRIME.” The statement shall be placed conspicuously on the
7.3 Packaging:
package and set distinctively apart from other wording or
7.3.1 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two
designs in a manner that is likely to be readily visible at the
joule shall contain a cautionary statement. The statement shall
time of sale. Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by
be placed prominently on the package and set distinctively
placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a
apart from other wording or designs.
suitable contrasting background. The statement shall be in
7.3.2 Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by
upper-case boldface letters of a size bearing a reasonable
placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a
relationship to the other type on the main panel, but no less
suitable contrasting background. The statement may be in a
than 10-point type for rifles and 8-point type for pistols. The
combination of upper and lower case letters of a size not less
letters in the signal word “WARNING” shall be least 50 %
than 8-point type. The letters in the signal word shall be least
larger than the letters in the other words in the warning
50 % larger than the letters in the other words in the cautionary
statement. The signal word shall be preceded by a safety alert
statement. The signal word shall be in upper case letters and
symbol (ANSI Z535). It is composed of an equilateral triangle
preceded by a safety alert symbol. It is composed of an
surrounding an exclamation mark. The base of the safety alert
equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation mark. The base
symbol shall be on the same horizontal line as the base of the
of the safety alert symbol shall be on the same horizontal line
letters of the signal word. The height of the safety alert symbol
as the base of the letters of the signal word. The height of the
shall equal or exceed the signal word height. The signal word
safety alert symbol shall equal or exceed the signal word
“WARNING” shall be in black letters on an orange back-
height. The signal word shall be in black letters on an orange
ground. The solid triangle of the safety alert symbol shall be
background. The solid triangle of the safety alert symbol shall
black and the exclamation point portion orange. The warning
be black and the exclamation point shall be orange. The
statement shall have either black lettering on a white back-
cautionary statement shall have either black lettering on a
ground or white lettering on a black background. When special
white background or white lettering on a black background.
circumstances limit the use of the warning to two colors, the
When special circumstances limit the use of the warning to two
colors assigned to the signal word background may also be
colors, the colors assigned to the signal word background may
used for the warning statement letters, provided that they
also be used for the cautionary statement letters, provided that
contrast with the background color of the product. When
they contrast with the background color of the product. When
special circumstances preclude the use of safety colors on base
special circumstances preclude the use of safety colors on base
materials such as wood, cardboard, metal, plastic, etc., the
materials such as wood, cardboard, metal, plastic, and so forth,
marking used should (when feasible) contrast with the back-
the marking used should (when feasible) contrast with the
ground color of the base material.
background color of the base material.
7.3.3.10 Information shall be provided which identifies the
7.3.3 The cautionary statement on packaging of all airsoft
type of propellant or energy source intended for use in the
guns with energy under two joule shall convey the following
airsoft gun.
information at a minimum:
7.3.4 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two
7.3.3.1 A signal word “WARNING.”
joule shall show conspicuously the name and address of the
7.3.3.2 A warning that this is not a toy.
manufacturer, the distributor, or the dealer.
7.3.3.3 A warning that misuse may cause serious injury,
especially to the eye. 7.3.5 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two
joule shall be clearly marked with the following: a description
7.3.3.4 A warning that eye protection designed for airsoft
of the type of airsoft gun enclosed in the package, the model
guns must be worn by the user and any person within range.
number of the airsoft gun, and the caliber of the airsoft gun.
7.3.3.5 Instructions to read operation manual before using.
7.3.3.6 The following cautionary statement may be used: 7.3.6 Packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two
joule must include a statement of maximum velocity, deter-
" WARNING—This is not a toy. Misuse may cause serious
injury, especially to the eye. Eye protection designed for air mined using a .12 or .20 gram, or both, projectile.
soft guns must be worn by the user and any person within
7.3.7 If an airsoft gun with energy under two joule is
range. Read the owner’s manual before using.
customarily sold without the packaging that would normally
7.3.3.7 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under contain the information required in 7.3.1 – 7.3.6, the informa-
two joule shall contain a recommendation that a person be at
tion required in these sections shall be placed on the airsoft gun
least 18 years of age to purchase.
itself, either on a label or hangtag that meets the same
7.3.3.8 The packaging must contain a warning that adult requirements for content, prominence, and visibility at the time
supervision is required. of sale.
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7.3.8 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy over two package and set distinctively apart from other wording or
joule shall contain a cautionary statement. The statement shall designs in a manner that is likely to be readily visible at the
be placed prominently on the package and set distinctively time of sale. Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by
apart from other wording or designs. placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a
suitable contrasting background. The statement shall be in
7.3.9 Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by
upper-case boldface letters of a size bearing a reasonable
placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a
relationship to the other type on the main panel, but no less
suitable contrasting background. The statement may be in a
combination of upper and lower case letters of a size not less than 10-point type for rifles and 8-point type for pistols. The
letters in the signal word “WARNING” shall be least 50 %
than 8-point type. The letters in the signal word shall be least
50 % larger than the letters in the other words in the cautionary larger than the letters in the other words in the warning
statement. The signal word shall be preceded by a safety alert
statement. The signal word shall be in upper case letters and
preceded by a safety alert symbol. It is composed of an symbol (ANSI Z535). It is composed of an equilateral triangle
surrounding an exclamation mark. The base of the safety alert
equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation mark. The base
of the safety alert symbol shall be on the same horizontal line symbol shall be on the same horizontal line as the base of the
letters of the signal word. The height of the safety alert symbol
as the base of the letters of the signal word. The height of the
shall equal or exceed the signal word height. The signal word
safety alert symbol shall equal or exceed the signal word
“WARNING” shall be in black letters on an orange back-
height. The signal
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Designation: F2654 − 16 (Reapproved 2020) F2654 − 23 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Airsoft Gun Warnings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2654; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers airsoft guns, air soft guns, or soft air guns, or any combination thereof, which propel a low energy
air gun projectile, as defined in 3.1.2 and meeting the requirements in Specification F2748. These devices are also known as low
energy air guns (LEAG).
1.2 Limitations—This specification does not cover the following categories of gun products: Products covered by Specifications
F589 (non-powder guns), F2272 (paintball markers), F2573 (toy products), and F2574 (non-recreational guns such as those used
by law enforcement, scientific, or military agencies).
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
F589 Consumer Safety Specification for Non-Powder Guns
F2272 Specification for Paintball Markers
F2573 Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material Projectile
F2574 Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker
F2679 Specification for 6 mm Projectiles Used with Airsoft Guns
F2748 Specification for Airsoft Guns
2.2 ANSI Standard:
ANSI Z535 Standard for Safety Colors
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.27 on Airsoft.
Current edition approved April 1, 2020July 15, 2023. Published April 2020August 2023. Originally approved in 2007. Last previous edition approved in 20162020 as
F2654 – 16.F2654 – 16 (2020). DOI: 10.1520/F2654-16R20.10.1520/F2654-23.
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3.1.1 airsoft gun, n—commonly referred to as airsoft gun, air soft gun, or soft air gun, or any combination thereof, or a low energy
air gun (LEAG), refers to a device specifically designed to expel a projectile as described in Specification F2679, by the release
of energy by compressed air, compressed gas, mechanical springs, battery, or a combination thereof.
3.1.2 airsoft gun projectile, n—is spherical, 6 mm (.24 cal) in diameter, non-metallic and non-liquid filled projectile to be used
in an airsoft gun meeting the requirements in Specification F2679.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This specification addresses the appropriate warnings and instructions that are to be provided for literature, labels, packages,
and procedures for safe use of airsoft guns.
5. Conformance
5.1 Airsoft guns shall not, either by label or other means, indicate conformance with this specification unless they conform with
the applicable requirements contained herein.
6. General Requirements
6.1 Literature—Literature shall be provided with each airsoft gun and shall include, as applicable, the instructions and cautionary
statements specified in Section 7.
6.2 Packaging—Packaging shall be labeled in a prominent and conspicuous manner in accordance with the provisions of Section
7.
7. Instructions, Labeling, and Marking
7.1 General—Packaging and literature for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall contain a cautionary statement as
prescribed in this specification.
7.2 Safety disclaimers shall not be used which dilute or negate the effectiveness of the warnings provided for in these instructions,
labeling, and marking requirements.
7.3 Packaging:
7.3.1 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall contain a cautionary statement. The statement shall be
placed prominently on the package and set distinctively apart from other wording or designs.
7.3.2 Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a suitable
contrasting background. The statement may be in a combination of upper and lower case letters of a size not less than 8-point type.
The letters in the signal word shall be least 50 % larger than the letters in the other words in the cautionary statement. The signal
word shall be in upper case letters and preceded by a safety alert symbol. It is composed of an equilateral triangle surrounding an
exclamation mark. The base of the safety alert symbol shall be on the same horizontal line as the base of the letters of the signal
word. The height of the safety alert symbol shall equal or exceed the signal word height. The signal word shall be in black letters
on an orange background. The solid triangle of the safety alert symbol shall be black and the exclamation point shall be orange.
The cautionary statement shall have either black lettering on a white background or white lettering on a black background. When
special circumstances limit the use of the warning to two colors, the colors assigned to the signal word background may also be
used for the cautionary statement letters, provided that they contrast with the background color of the product. When special
circumstances preclude the use of safety colors on base materials such as wood, cardboard, metal, plastic, and so forth, the marking
used should (when feasible) contrast with the background color of the base material.
7.3.3 The cautionary statement on packaging of all airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall convey the following
information at a minimum:
7.3.3.1 A signal word “WARNING.”
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7.3.3.2 A warning that this is not a toy.
7.3.3.3 A warning that misuse may cause serious injury, especially to the eye.
7.3.3.4 A warning that eye protection designed for airsoft guns must be worn by the user and any person within range.
7.3.3.5 Instructions to read operation manual before using.
7.3.3.6 The following cautionary statement may be used: " WARNING—This is not a toy. Misuse may cause serious injury,
especially to the eye. Eye protection designed for air soft guns must be worn by the user and any person within range. Read the
owner’s manual before using.
7.3.3.7 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall contain a recommendation that a person be at least 18
years of age to purchase.
7.3.3.8 The packaging must contain a warning that adult supervision is required.
7.3.3.9 The packaging for airsoft guns with an energy under two joule shall contain a warning not to misuse the gun and that
brandishing it in public or changing the coloration and markings to make it look more like a firearm may confuse people and may
be a crime.statement: “WARNING: DO NOT BRANDISH OR DISPLAY THIS AIRSOFT GUN IN PUBLIC – IT MAY
CONFUSE PEOPLE AND MAY BE A CRIME. POLICE AND OTHERS MAY THINK IT IS A REAL FIREARM. DO NOT
CHANGE THE COLORATION AND MARKINGS TO MAKE IT LOOK MORE LIKE A FIREARM. THAT IS DANGEROUS
AND MAY BE A CRIME.” The statement shall be placed conspicuously on the package and set distinctively apart from other
wording or designs in a manner that is likely to be readily visible at the time of sale. Prominence of the statement shall be achieved
by placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a suitable contrasting background. The statement shall be in
upper-case boldface letters of a size bearing a reasonable relationship to the other type on the main panel, but no less than 10-point
type for rifles and 8-point type for pistols. The letters in the signal word “WARNING” shall be least 50 % larger than the letters
in the other words in the warning statement. The signal word shall be preceded by a safety alert symbol (ANSI Z535). It is
composed of an equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation mark. The base of the safety alert symbol shall be on the same
horizontal line as the base of the letters of the signal word. The height of the safety alert symbol shall equal or exceed the signal
word height. The signal word “WARNING” shall be in black letters on an orange background. The solid triangle of the safety alert
symbol shall be black and the exclamation point portion orange. The warning statement shall have either black lettering on a white
background or white lettering on a black background. When special circumstances limit the use of the warning to two colors, the
colors assigned to the signal word background may also be used for the warning statement letters, provided that they contrast with
the background color of the product. When special circumstances preclude the use of safety colors on base materials such as wood,
cardboard, metal, plastic, etc., the marking used should (when feasible) contrast with the background color of the base material.
7.3.3.10 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall contain an advisory that the end user of this product
should be aware of all requirements imposed by applicable U.S. federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and administrative
policies related to airsoft equipment or use of said equipment.
7.3.3.10 Information shall be provided which identifies the type of propellant or energy source intended for use in the airsoft gun.
7.3.4 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall show conspicuously the name and address of the
manufacturer, the distributor, or the dealer.
7.3.5 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule shall be clearly marked with the following: a description of the
type of airsoft gun enclosed in the package, the model number of the airsoft gun, and the caliber of the airsoft gun.
7.3.6 Packaging for airsoft guns with energy under two joule must include a statement of maximum velocity, determined using
a .12 or .20 gram, or both, projectile.
7.3.7 If an airsoft gun with energy under two joule is customarily sold without the packaging that would normally contain the
information required in 7.3.1 – 7.3.6, the information required in these sections shall be placed on the airsoft gun itself, either on
a label or hangtag that meets the same requirements for content, prominence, and visibility at the time of sale.
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7.3.8 The packaging for airsoft guns with energy over two joule shall contain a cautionary statement. The statement shall be placed
prominently on the package and set distinctively apart from other wording or designs.
7.3.9 Prominence of the statement shall be achieved by placement within the borders of a rectangle and by use of a suitable
contrasting background. The statement may be in a combination of upper and lower case letters of a size not less than 8-point type.
The letters in the signal word shall be least 50 % larger than the letters in the other words in the cautionary statement. The signal
word shall be in upper case letters and preceded by a safety alert symbol. It is composed of an equilateral triangle surrounding an
exclamation mark. The base of the safety alert symbol shall be on the same horizontal line as the base of the letters of the signal
word. The height of the safety alert symbol shall equal or exceed the signal word height. The signal word shall be in black letters
on an orange background. The solid triangle of the safety alert symbol shall be black and the exclamation point shall be orange.
The cautionary statement shall have either black lettering on a white background or white lettering on a black background. When
special circumstances limit the use of the warning to two colors, the colors assigned to the signal word background may also be
used for the cautionary statement letters, provided that they contrast with the background color of the product. When special
circumstances preclude the use of safety colors on base materials such as wood, cardboard, metal, plastic, and so forth, the marking
used should (when feasible) contrast with the background color of the base material.
7.3.10 The cautionary statement on packaging of all airsoft guns with energy over two joule shall convey the following
information at a minimum:
7.3.10.1 A signal word “WARNING.”
7.3.10.2 A warning that this is not a toy.
7.3.10.3 A warning that misuse may cause serious injury, especially to the eye.
7.3.10.4 A warning that eye protection designed for airsoft guns must be worn by the user and
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