Contact person
Marie Dahlgren
Forskning-och utvecklingsingenjör
Contact MarieSafety of toys – Chemical, mechanical and physical properties
To ensure that children's toys are safe to use, a wide range of rules and regulations are in place. Among the most comprehensive frameworks is the Toy Safety Directive (2009/48/EC), supplemented by harmonized standards. The directive sets requirements for toy safety, including chemicals, flammability, general safety, and electrical safety.
Purpose
We perform tests of toys according to SS-EN 71-1. The requirements in the standard vary depending on the age of the children to whom the toy is aimed, and the type of toy.
The requirements mostly cover the physical properties that a toy has, such as sharp edges, tips and small parts that can get stuck in the throat. The requirements also include the risk of crush injuries, risk of overturning and load. Other requirements are the information that comes with when you buy the product, such as assembly instructions, warnings and CE marking.
We also perform analyses and tests according to SS-EN 71-2 (flammability) and SS-EN 71-3 (migration of chemical substances).
Method
SS-EN 71
The work include both accredited and non-accredited testing methods. The scope of accreditation is available upon request – please feel free to contact us for more information.
Deliveries
The result is delivered in the form of a report.
More information
Vänligen kontakta oss på: toys@ri.se