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In recent years, the U.S. CPSIA regulations have been frequently updated, with increasingly stringent requirements. Product recalls due to children's product quality issues have also occurred frequently, causing significant losses for many companies. As a result, meeting the regulatory requirements of the U.S. market has become a major challenge for many children's product manufacturers and exporters, as well as a key factor in winning the U.S. market. Today, the Huabiao Testing team will guide you through the process of CPC and EN71 testing and certification for doll clothing.

Understanding the Importance of CPC and EN71 Testing

CPC is a mandatory certification for the safety of children's products in the U.S. market, proving that the product complies with all applicable consumer product safety rules. EN71, on the other hand, is the European Union's safety standard for toys, covering mechanical and physical properties, flammability, chemical properties, and more.

Choosing a Professional Testing Agency

Before conducting CPC and EN71 testing, selecting a professional testing agency is crucial. Ningbo Huabiao Testing, as a well-known third-party testing agency in China, has extensive experience in toy testing and can provide you with comprehensive testing services.

Preparing Test Samples

According to CPC and EN71 requirements, you need to prepare a certain number of test samples. Ensure that the samples are representative of the final product and in brand-new condition.

Submitting the Testing Application

Contact Ningbo Huabiao Testing to submit your testing application. During the process, you will need to provide detailed product information, sample quantities, estimated testing timeline, and other relevant details.

Conducting the Tests

Ningbo Huabiao Testing will perform a series of tests on your doll clothing based on CPC and EN71 standards. The testing items include but are not limited to:

1. Mechanical and Physical Properties Testing – Evaluates potential hazards such as sharp points, sharp edges, and small parts on the doll clothing.

2. Flammability Testing – Ensures that the doll clothing does not burn too quickly or emit toxic fumes when exposed to a flame.

3. Chemical Testing – Detects harmful chemical substances that may be present in the doll clothing, such as heavy metals, phthalates, formaldehyde, etc.

Obtaining the Test Report

Once testing is completed, Ningbo Huabiao Testing will provide you with a detailed test report. If the product passes all test items, you will receive the CPC certificate and EN71 compliance certificate.

Launching Your Product

With the CPC and EN71 certificates, your doll clothing can smoothly enter the U.S. and EU markets, providing consumers with safe and reliable products.

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?
Huabiao Testing has an experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment, offering a complete CPC + EN71 testing solution. Accredited by CMA/CNAS, our testing data is accurate and reliable, with internationally recognized reports. We help clients manage risks and meet market requirements, ensuring your products succeed globally.

With the global market for children's product safety requirements continue to improve, toy safety standards have become an important part of international trade. EN 71 is the European Union specifically for the safety of toys developed standards, covering physical properties, chemical toxicity, combustion risk and other aspects of the testing requirements.Today, the Huabiao Testing team will share the textile EN71 test guide, how to handle the textile EN71 test?

The EN71 testing process for plush toys consists of the following key steps:

1. Application Submission

Manufacturers or importers must submit an application to the certification body, including:

Detailed product specifications

Material composition

Color variants

Design drawings

This information enables the certification body to conduct appropriate testing and evaluation.

2. Sample Testing

Certification bodies conduct comprehensive testing on submitted samples:

Physical & Mechanical Tests

Small parts assessment (preventing choking hazards)

Sharp edge evaluation

Tension and torque tests (ensuring durability)

Chemical Safety Tests

Heavy metal content analysis (Pb, Cd, Hg, etc.)

Phthalates testing

AZO dye detection

Formaldehyde content verification

Flammability Testing

Horizontal flame test

Surface flash assessment

Burning rate measurement

3. Documentation Review

The certification body thoroughly examines all submitted documents to:

Verify technical consistency

Confirm material declarations

Validate test sample representativeness

4. On-Site Inspection (When Required)

For certain cases, certification bodies may conduct factory audits to:

Verify production consistency

Check quality control systems

Confirm manufacturing capabilities

5. Certification Issuance

Upon successful completion of all requirements, the certification body will:

Issue the EN71 certificate

Grant permission for EU market sales

Provide official test reports

Fee Structure

Certification costs are determined by:

Number of material types

Color variations

Testing complexity

Note: Each distinct material/color combination requires separate testing.

Safety Tips for Consumers

When purchasing plush toys, parents should:

Look for the EN71 mark

Check for CE marking

Verify age-appropriate warnings

Examine product labeling completeness

Why Choose Huabiao Testing?

Our accredited laboratory offers:

CPSC-recognized testing services

CMA/CNAS accredited reports

Fast turnaround times

Expert technical consultation

Comprehensive certification solutions

This complete testing process ensures that plush toys meet all EU safety requirements, providing children with safe play experiences while helping manufacturers access European markets.

Huabiao Testing provides comprehensive EN71 Testing solutions with its experienced technical team and advanced testing equipment. Accredited by CMA/CNAS, our testing data is accurate and reliable, and our reports are internationally recognized. We help clients manage risks, meet market requirements, and ensure their products succeed globally.