ASTM F3642-24 - Standard Specification for Front-Mounted Bicycle Child Carriers (9 kg – 15 kg)

1.1 This specification covers child carries that position the child ahead of the rider and behind the handlebar of a bicycle. These child carriers transport children with a minimum weight of 9 kg and a maximum weight of 15 kg who are capable of sitting unaided.

1.2 This specification does not apply to child carriers mounted in the following configurations: above or forward of the handlebar, above or forward of the front wheel, forward of the handlebar and behind the front wheel, behind the saddle of the bicycle, and above or behind the rear wheel.

1.3 Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

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.