Toy Export to the EU Must Comply with CE EN 71 Standards

Toys, whether childhood companions or gifts for children, spark imagination and help us understand the world. Since toys are used by vulnerable groups such as children, businesses must comply with the EN 71 standard and the guidelines of the European Committee for Standardization when exporting toys to the EU. This article will help you understand how to determine if a supplier's products meet these mandatory requirements.

What is the EN 71 Toy Safety Test?

EN 71 is the European toy safety standard, defining the safety requirements for toys intended for children, including chemical, heavy metal, flammability, and mechanical properties, among others. EN 71 is divided into multiple parts, each testing specific areas:

- EN 71-1: Mechanical and physical properties

- EN 71-2: Flammability

- EN 71-3: Migration of specific elements

- EN 71-4: Chemical and related activity kits

- EN 71-5: Chemical toys (kits) excluding experimental sets

- EN 71-6: Graphical symbols for age warning labels

- EN 71-7: Finger paints

- EN 71-8: Swings, slides, and similar activity toys for domestic indoor and outdoor use

- EN 71-9: Organic compounds – requirements

- EN 71-10: Organic compounds – sample preparation and extraction

- EN 71-11: Organic compounds – analysis methods

- EN 71-12: N-nitrosamines and N-nitrosatable substances

- EN 71-13: Odor games, cosmetic sets, and taste games

- EN 71-14: Domestic trampolines

What Does EN 71 Cover?

EN 71 primarily ensures safety in the following areas:

1. Physical safety: Preventing sharp edges, choking hazards, etc. (EN 71-1)

2. Flammability: Controlling the combustion properties of products (EN 71-2)

3. Chemical safety: Testing harmful substances such as heavy metals, phthalates, etc. (EN 71-3)

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Is EN 71 Laboratory Testing Mandatory?

Yes!

All toys exported to the EU must pass EN 71 laboratory testing. Only IEC 17025-accredited laboratories can ensure that products meet the requirements and issue test reports as official complianCE certification.

How Much Does EN 71 Laboratory Testing Cost?

Testing costs vary depending on the complexity of the product, typically ranging from $500 to $2500. Example costs are as follows:

- Teddy bear: $699

- Remote control toy: $1499

- Wooden toy train set: $1899

- Trampoline: $2499

How to Verify if a Supplier Has Passed EN 71 Certification?

EN 71 certification applies to specific products. When verifying whether a supplier has passed the test, you need to check their EN 71 test report or certification to confirm that their products meet the requirements.

Conclusion: Ensure Toys Meet EN 71 Standards

- EN 71 is a mandatory safety standard for toys sold in the EU, and products must pass testing by an accredited laboratory.

- JJR Laboratory in China offers EU toy directive testing services to help you meet all requirements and ensure your toys can successfully enter the market.