EN 12221 Domestic Baby Changing Unit Certification Testing

Test Standard:

- EN 12221-1

- EN 12221-2

Test Items:

- Child use and care articles - Changing units for domestic use - Part 1: Safety requirements

- Child use and care articles - Changing units for domestic use - Part 2: Test methods

Test Information:

The EN 12221 domestic baby changing unit test includes the following aspects:

- Width

- Length

- Open-ended pipes

- Finger entrapment

- Arm entrapment

- Head, neck, and torso entrapment

- Cords and loops

- Edges, corners, and points

- Moving parts

- Small detachable components

- Stability

- Stability of freestanding replaceable components

- Stability of replaceable components installed on a bathtub

- Strength

- Barriers

- Replaceable barriers

- Safety of locking devices

- Locking and folding of the entire product

- Static strength

- Heat resistance test

- Casters and wheels, etc.

Test Requirements:

- Toxicity: Toxic elements test (EN 71-3)

- General Requirements:

- Dimensions

- Materials

- Wood

- Surface Coating (Lead content in paint - EN 71-3)

- Construction:

- Holes, gaps, and openings

- Edges and protruding parts

- Moving parts

- Locking and folding mechanisms of the complete unit

- Small detachable components

- Castors/wheels

- Self-tapping screws

- Stability

- Strength

- Extension elements

- Barriers

- Changing board flap

- Child bath tub

- Plastic Packaging

- Instructions for use

- Marking

- Purchase Information

Lead Time:

- Regular service: 7-9 working days

Sample Volume:

- Two complete sets of samples, including installation instructions (if applicable)

- An additional sample is required for toxic element/burning tests

Applicable Products:

- EN 12221-1 specifies safety requirements for domestic changing units designed for children weighing up to 15 kg.

- EN 12221 covers only the changing unit function. If the unit can be converted or used for other functions, it must comply with relevant standards, such as those for cribs or storage furniture.

- Changing units may be foldable and may include a child bathtub or other additional items.

- This standard applies only when the changing pad is part of the changing unit.

- EN 12221-2 specifies the test methods to assess the safety of changing units.

- The effects of material aging and degradation are not included in the test scope.

Testing Services:

JJR Laboratory in China is an IEC/ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, providing EN 12221 domestic baby changing unit certification testing services. Contact us for inquiries.