What is EN71 Testing? A Guide to EN71 Certification for Wooden Track Toys
In the cross-border e-commerce sector, the market demand for toy products continues to grow. However, entering the European market requires compliance with stringent safety standards as a top priority. The EN71 certification, as the European toy safety standard, is crucial for ensuring children's safety. Today, the Huabiao Testing team will share with you what EN71 testing is and provide a guide for EN71 testing of wooden track toys.
What is EN71 Testing?
EN71 testing refers to the mandatory safety tests that all toys sold within the European Union must undergo to meet the essential requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive (TSD).
EN71 testing consists of multiple parts, with the core sections being EN71-1, EN71-2, and EN71-3:
EN71-1: Physical and mechanical properties testing, including sharp points and edges, tension, compression tests, and drop tests to ensure toys do not cause cuts, punctures, or other injuries to children.
EN71-2: Flammability testing, primarily assessing the burning rate of toys, covering plush toys, textile toys, and headwear toys, to ensure they do not pose hazards when exposed to fire.
EN71-3: Toxic metal migration testing, which specifies the maximum limits for soluble elements (such as antimony, arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, and tin) in accessible parts or materials of toys to prevent harm from ingestion or inhalation by children.
Why Do Wooden Track Toys Need EN71 Testing?
Although wooden track toys are made from natural materials, they still carry potential safety risks. For example, small parts may pose choking hazards, sharp edges could cause cuts, and the use of harmful chemicals might impact children's health. EN71 testing helps manufacturers identify and address these issues, ensuring the safety of the toys.
EN71 Certification Process
Consultation and Application: Contact our professional team for detailed consultation on EN71 certification requirements and formally submit your application.
Sample Preparation: Prepare test samples in accordance with EN71 standards and provide relevant technical documentation.
Testing and Evaluation: Our experienced engineers will conduct comprehensive and rigorous testing to ensure full compliance with EN71 standards.
Report Issuance: Upon successful testing, we will promptly provide you with the official test report and CE certificate.
Ongoing Support: Throughout the certification process, we will offer continuous technical support and consulting services to ensure your products smoothly enter the target market.
GIGTesting boasts an experienced technical team and state-of-the-art testing equipment, providing comprehensive EN71 certification solutions for your products.
