Children's stuffed toys Canadian SOR/2011-17 testing process
Date：2025-09-28 09:34:16 Classification
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SOR/2011-17 certification is a mandatory safety certification in Canada for toys for children under 14 years old. It ensures product safety through comprehensive testing. Children's stuffed toys exported to Canada must pass this certification. The complete process and key points for SOR/2011-17 testing for children's stuffed toys (such as plush toys and stuffed animals) exported to Canada are compiled from Canadian regulatory requirements and a practical guide for professional testing agencies:
I. Core Testing Process
1. Selecting a Certification Agency
- Must be an officially recognized Canadian laboratory with ISO 17025 accreditation (such as Dezewei CNAS registration number: L8083).
- Preference should be given to agencies familiar with the characteristics of stuffed toys (e.g., specialized testing experience for physical stability and filling safety).
2. Documentation and Sample Preparation
- Technical Documentation: Product Specification, Bill of Materials (indicating fabric composition, filling type, and CAS number), and design drawings.
- Physical Samples:
- Provide 3-5 complete samples of the same model (including packaging and accessories);
- Separate components made of different materials (such as plastic eyes, stitching, and filling) and label them separately.
3. Sample Submission and Application
- Complete the testing application form, indicating the exporting country and applicable standards (SOR/2011-17);
- Mail the samples to the laboratory and simultaneously submit an electronic copy of the required documentation.
4. Laboratory Testing Items
| Test Category | Specific Items and Requirements
| Physical and Mechanical Properties | Filling uniformity (no hard lumps), seam tensile strength test (≥70N), small parts resistance to detachment (toys under 3 years old must pass a 31.7mm graduated cylinder test)
| Chemical Safety | Filling phthalates (DEHP/DBP/BBP ≤ 1000mg/kg), heavy metals (lead ≤ 90mg/kg), formaldehyde emission
| Flame Retardancy | Surface fabric and filling burning rate ≤ 30mm/s (ISO 8124-2 standard)
5. Report Review and Delivery
- Testing Turnaround: 5-7 working days (routine), extended to 10 days for complex samples;
- Upon passing, receive a bilingual report (English/French) with the laboratory stamp and unique number.
II. Special Requirements and Notes
1. Packaging and Labeling
- Soft film packaging bags (opening circumference ≥ 35.3cm) must be ≥ 0.019mm thick and carry a suffocation warning.
- Labels must be bilingual in English and French and include a clear age warning (e.g., "Not for children under 3 years old").
2. Additional Requirements for High-Risk Scenarios
- Enclosed toys (e.g., play tents): Add flammability testing and escape signs.
- Toys containing electronic components (e.g., talking dolls): Supplemental electrical safety testing (ISED certification).
3. Regulatory Updates
- New phthalate ester DINP limit (≤ 1000mg/kg) added in 2023.
- Filler traceability labeling (production batch number) required starting in 2025.
III. Cost and Compliance Recommendations
- Cost Range:
- Basic Testing: 800-1500 RMB/model (excluding additional items);
- Amazon Compliance:
- The report must include the ASIN number and platform-required warning images (such as a choking hazard icon).
> ⚠️ Key Tips:
> - If the filling contains recycled materials, additional proof of source safety is required;
> - The report is typically valid for one year and requires retesting if the ingredients change.
IV. Recommended Pathway
1. Self-Service: Familiarize yourself with Canada's Surface Coating Materials Regulation (SOR/2016-193) and filling safety standards.
2. Commissioned Institution:
- Dezewei Testing: Specializes in physical performance testing of plush toys (Shenzhen);
- Huaxiang Testing: Provides cross-border e-commerce platform compatibility reports (including Amazon audit support).
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