How to apply for EU EN71 certification report for smart interactive toys
Date：2025-10-28 10:15:32 Classification
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The EN71 standard establishes technical specifications for toys entering the European market, minimizing or preventing harm to children. When applying for EU EN71 certification for smart interactive toys, you need to understand that this involves more than just basic toy safety standards. The "smart interaction" feature also requires compliance with regulations related to electrical safety.
Smart interactive toys must meet both traditional toy safety and electrical safety standards:
1. Core Safety Standards:
- EN 71-1: Physical and Mechanical Properties
- EN 71-2: Flammability
- EN 71-3: Migration of Certain Elements (controls the leachable amounts of eight heavy metals)
- Additional Electrical Safety Standards:
- EN 62115: Safety Standard for Electric Toys, covering electrical clearances, withstand voltage, battery safety, etc.
- EMC Directive: Toys with wireless functionality (such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) must comply with electromagnetic compatibility requirements.
2. Prepare Technical Data and Samples
Required Technical Documents:
- Product Design and Instructions (including age-appropriate labeling and warnings)
- Material Composition Table (clarifies the chemical composition of each component)
- Product Design Drawings or 3D Models
- Circuit Schematics and Components List
- Risk Assessment Report
Sample Requirements:
- Provide 2-3 fully functional samples, including packaging and instructions.
- Electric toys must include batteries for testing.
- If multiple colors/materials are used, all risk categories must be covered.
3. Select a certification body and submit for testing.
Choose a testing body with the following qualifications:
- CNAS (China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment) (e.g., Dezewei Testing CNAS registration number: L8083)
- Be familiar with electric toy testing requirements.
4. Key Laboratory Testing Items
Testing will be conducted in the laboratory, with key items including:
Physical and Mechanical Testing (EN 71-1):
- Small Parts Testing: Prevents swallowing and choking hazards for children
- Sharp Edge Testing: Checks plastic or metal edges
- Tension/Torsion Testing: Ensures components are not easily detached
- Drop Testing: Tests for breakage after being dropped from a height of 1.7 meters
Flammability Testing (EN 71-2):
- Testing of combustible parts using a standard ignition source
- The material's burning velocity must be ≤30 mm/s
Chemical Toxicity Testing (EN 71-3):
- Migration of eight heavy metals tested in a simulated gastric acid environment
- Lead (Pb) migration ≤ 2 mg/kg, Cadmium (Cd) ≤ 0.05 mg/kg
Electrical safety testing (EN 62115):
- Battery safety test (overcharge and short circuit prevention)
- Electrical strength test
- Temperature rise test
5. Test result processing and certification completed
- Pass: The laboratory will issue an EN71 test report and a Declaration of Conformity.
- Fail: Corrective measures will be implemented based on the laboratory's problem report. Common problems and solutions include:
- Small parts detachment: Reinforce the connection structure.
- Excessive heavy metal content: Replace with an environmentally friendly paint (e.g., water-based acrylic paint).
- Excessive burning speed: Replace with flame-retardant materials.
- Electrical safety failure: Optimize circuit design and add safety devices.
After corrections, resubmit samples for testing until all products pass.
6. Post-Certification Considerations
- Affixing the CE Mark:
- Affix the mark to the toy itself or the smallest packaging.
- A height of ≥5mm, ensuring it is clearly visible and not easily detached.
- Archiving Technical Documents:
- Store test reports, technical documents, and other materials for at least 10 years.
- Prepare for random inspections by EU market surveillance authorities.
Routine testing cycle: 5-7 working days
Although EN71 certification for smart interactive toys is more complex than for ordinary toys, by conducting a thorough standard analysis in advance, carefully controlling design and material selection, and maintaining communication with professional testing agencies, you can successfully pass certification and gain access to the EU market.
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