Processing EU EN71 test reports for ballpoint pens
Date：2025-12-12 09:25:08 Classification
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EN71 testing is indeed a crucial hurdle for these products entering the European market. Ballpoint pens, as stationery items that may come into contact with children, require a comprehensive safety assessment according to EN71 standards.
Guide to Obtaining a Ballpoint Pen EU EN71 Test Report
I. Testing Standards and Scope
- Core Standards: EN71-1 (Physical and Mechanical Properties), EN71-2 (Flame Retardancy), EN71-3 (Migration of Certain Elements), EN71-9 (Organic Chemical Requirements)
- Applicable Scenarios: Applicable to ballpoint pens designed or intended for use by children under 14 years of age, including pen body, cap, refill, and other components.
II. Key Test Items
| Standard Module | Test Content
| EN71-1 | Physical and Mechanical Properties: Tip/Sharp Edge Test, Small Part Tensile Strength Test (90N), Drop Test (85cm Height)
| EN71-2 | Flame Retardancy: Material Burning Rate Limit (≤100mm/min)
| EN71-3 | Migration of 8 Heavy Metals (Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, etc., limits at ppm level)
| EN71-9 | Organic compounds: Phthalate esters (DEHP ≤ 0.1%), Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), etc.
III. Application Process
1. Document Preparation
- 2-3 complete samples (including packaging and instructions)
- Material list (e.g., ABS pen barrel, PVC grip, ink composition)
- Product CAD design drawing (with dimensions of key components marked)
2. Institution Selection
- Must possess CPSC accreditation and ISO 17025 laboratory certification
- Recommended institution: Dezewei Testing CNAS Registration No.: L8083
3. Testing Cycle and Cost
- Cycle: Typically 5-7 working days (chemical testing) + (physical testing)
- Cost: Calculated based on color/material quantity, approximately 1000-3000 RMB per material; multiple colors/parts require cumulative costing.
IV. Common Failure Points and Mitigation Solutions
- Pen Cap Safety: If the diameter is <31.75mm, ventilation holes (≥2, total area ≥10mm²) are required to prevent suffocation.
- Small Part Detachment: Pen clips and decorative parts must pass a 90N tensile test (one-piece injection molding is recommended).
- Chemical Excess: Water-based inks (VOCs <100g/L) should be prioritized; avoid PVC materials (phthalate risks).
V. Report Use and Maintenance
- Report Validity: 1-2 years (assuming no change in product design/materials).
- E-commerce Platform Requirements: Amazon Europe requires a scanned copy of the report, and the product details page must indicate "Complies with EN71 standard".
- Change Requirements: If the ink or pen barrel material is changed, retesting is required.
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