How to obtain the EU EN71 report for children's die-cast car models?
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Guidelines for Obtaining EU EN71 Report for Children's Alloy Car Models
Due to the presence of metal parts, potential magnets, and paint coatings, EN71 certification for alloy car models requires a focus on three key dimensions: physical and mechanical properties, chemical migration, and magnet safety.
I. Applicable Standard Clauses
| Standard | Testing Content
| EN 71-1 | Physical and Mechanical Properties (Small Parts, Sharp Points and Edges, Magnets, etc.)
| EN 71-2 | Flame Retardancy
| EN 71-3 | Migration of 19 Specific Elements (Heavy Metals)
Because alloy car models contain multiple materials such as metal coatings, paint, plastic parts, and magnets, all three aspects typically require testing.
II. Core Testing Items
1. Heavy Metal Migration (EN71-3): 19 elements including antimony, arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, and selenium, focusing on accessible materials such as body coatings, plastic chassis, and tires.
2. Small Parts Testing: Whether wheels, lights, screws, etc., are easily detached (especially for products under 3 years old).
3. Magnet Testing (if included): Magnetic flux testing, magnet adhesion strength, must meet the requirements of Annex E of EN71-1.
4. Mechanical Strength: No dangerous parts should appear after drop, tensile, and torsion tests.
5. Coating Adhesion: Fingernail scratch test to confirm whether the coating is easily detached.
III. Application Process
1. Selecting an Institution: Choose a laboratory with CNAS accreditation and extensive experience in EN71 testing (e.g., Dezewei Testing CNAS registration number: L8083).
2. Submitting Documents: Product images, material list, parts list, target sales age group, whether magnets are included.
3. Sample Preparation: It is recommended to provide... 5-8 finished products, including complete packaging is recommended.
4. Contract Signing: Clearly define testing standards, cycle, and fees.
5. Sample Testing: Standard cycle is 5-7 working days.
6. Report Issuance: CMA/CNAS stamped, serving as the technical basis for CE certification.
IV. Cycle and Fees
Cycle: Standard 5-7 working days
Fees: Approximately 800-1800 RMB (slightly higher for products containing magnets)
Factors Affecting Price: Material quantity, age group, whether batteries are included.
V. Key Considerations
1. Age grouping must be clearly defined: Strictest requirements for small parts in products for children aged 0-3 years; use "for children under 3 years" label with caution.
2. Multi-color and multi-model testing: Different colored coatings and different sizes usually require separate sampling.
3. Magnet risks: If the product contains magnets, the risk of adsorption and swallowing must be assessed separately; non-magnetic designs are recommended.
4. Packaging warnings: Must comply with EN71. A series of labeling requirements regarding warning statements (such as small parts warnings)
5. Post-reporting steps: After passing the EN71 test, CE conformity assessment (self-declaration or third-party certificate) must still be completed according to the Toy Directive 2009/48/EC before the CE mark can be affixed for entry into the EU.
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