Navigating Global Toy Compliance: EU, US, and China
As consumer expectations evolve and new technologies used in toys, compliance with safety standards has become more challenging than ever. Governments worldwide are tightening rules to protect children from physical, chemical, and even digital risks associated with toys.
This video will guide you through the latest developments shaping toy safety regulations across major markets.
What you will learn:
- An overview of the proposed EU Toy Safety Regulation
- Key objectives
- Expected timelines
- Economic operators' obligations
- Restrictions on harmful chemicals
- Labelling
- Digital Product Passport
- Safety assessment
- The process of standardisation in the EU
- Changes and updates to EN 71
- Overview of toy regulations in the U.S.
- CPSIA
- ASTM F963-23
- LHAMA, ASTM D4236, FHSA
- Limitations on toy guns
- Stuffed toys labelling and registration requirements
- Main state chemical regulations
- China toy safety standards and the China Compulsory Certification (CCC)
About the speakers:
Anna Nebot Querol
Anna Nebot Querol
Regulatory Services Director, Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines Regulatory Services
Anna graduated in Chemistry, from the University of Barcelona in 2002 before completing a master’s degree in Business Management and Environmental Quality.
With more than 20 years of experience in the TIC industry and in the fields of testing and expert services for consumer products, Anna developed and launched an international regulatory department at Eurofins Consumer Product Testing in 2016. As Regulatory Services Director, she is now focused on Softlines, Leather, Toys & Hardlines regulatory-related topics.
Hélène Busselier
Hélène Busselier
Laboratory Manager & Toys Technical Expert, Eurofins ATS
Hélène joined Eurofins in 2018, bringing with her a robust background in the paper industry and extensive experience in developing private label products for retail. Since 2022, she has been leading our toy physical laboratory in France.
Leveraging her strong connections within the French Afnor committees and the EU Notified Body, she engages effectively with key industry stakeholders and remain informed about the latest toy safety developments in the sector.
