EU EN71-2:2026 Test Report for Plush Throw Pillows
Date：2026-09-17 10:10:17 Classification
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Key Points Regarding EN71-2026 Testing Reports for Plush Pillows
Whether a plush pillow requires EN71 testing depends primarily on the product's intended use and target audience. Scenarios are outlined below:
I. Situations Requiring EN71 Testing
When the product is explicitly marketed to children under 14 or primarily intended for use by children:
Plush toys/pillows for children: Products shaped like animals or cartoon characters, featuring decorative elements such as eyes or noses.
Infant comfort toys: Small-sized items designed to be grasped or chewed by infants.
Nap pillows for children: Products where the "for children" function is highlighted in packaging or marketing materials.
Such products must comply with EN71 standards for export to the European Union. II. Situations where EN71 testing is typically not required
Decorative cushions for adults: Intended solely for home décor or as sofa cushions
Plush toys intended as gifts: Clearly labeled as collectibles for adults
III. Key EN71-2026 testing items (for plush products)
| Testing Section | Key Focus Areas
| EN71-1 Physical & Mechanical | Small parts pull-test (detachment of eyes/noses), seam strength, sharp edges/points, cord/strap length
| EN71-2 Flammability | Fabric burning rate (focus on plush materials)
| EN71-3 Chemical Migration | 19 heavy metals (lead, cadmium, nickel, etc.), formaldehyde, extractable elements
| EN71-9/10/11 | Azo dyes, organic compounds (dye migration, preservatives)
IV. Common non-compliance issues for plush cushions
1. Insufficient small-part pull strength: Eyes or button decorations detach easily, posing a choking hazard for infants/children
2. Fabric flammability fails standards: Synthetic plush material burns too rapidly
3. Excessive formaldehyde/azo dyes: Contamination from printing dyes or filling materials
4. Filling cleanliness: Issues with "black-heart cotton" (recycled waste cotton) or impurities
V. Recommended processing steps
1. Clarify product positioning: Clearly specify the target user group on product labels, manuals, and e-commerce listings
2. Select a testing agency with CMA/CNAS accreditation (e.g., Dezewei Testing, CNAS Reg. No.: L8083)
3. Sample quantity: Typically 2–3 complete samples
4. Turnaround time: Usually 5–7 working days
5. Certificate validity: EN71 reports generally do not have a fixed expiration date; however, EU clients or platforms (such as Amazon EU) usually require the report to be less than one year old
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