Process for Obtaining an EU EN71 Test Report for Blind-Box Figurines
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EU EN71 Testing for Blind-Box Figurines
Testing Overview
Blind-box figurines are typically made from materials such as PVC, ABS, resin, or PU, and may feature surface finishes like paint, pad-printed ink, or electroplating. Some items may also include magnets or small metal components. If a product is classified as a toy intended for use by children aged 14 or younger, it must comply with the EU’s EN71 toy safety standards for export to the European Union.
The standard testing package includes: EN71-1 (Mechanical and Physical Properties), EN71-2 (Flammability), and EN71-3 (Migration of Certain Elements/Heavy Metals).
EN71-1 focuses on hazards such as small parts, sharp edges, sharp points, structural integrity (via tension and compression testing), magnet-related risks, and potential pinching/entrapment hazards. EN71-2 evaluates the burning rate of materials, while EN71-3 tests for the migration of heavy metals from accessible coatings and base materials.
Additional chemical tests—such as those for phthalates, REACH SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern), or California Proposition 65—can be added based on client requirements.
A critical point to note: labeling a figurine as a "collectible for ages 14+" does not automatically grant an exemption. If the design is cartoonish or otherwise likely to appeal to young children, EU customs authorities or e-commerce platforms (such as Amazon) may still classify the item as a toy and require an EN71 test report. Furthermore, items within the same series that differ in design, material, or color scheme require separate evaluations; a single test report cannot be shared across different variants.
Required Documentation
Clients must provide a completed test application form, a list of product models, a Bill of Materials (BOM), and actual photographs of the product (showing front and side views, as well as the product disassembled). Documentation must also include the manufacturer’s designated age range and photos of any warning labels on the outer packaging. Please notify us in advance if there are specific testing requirements or if a full English-language report is needed. Generally, 3 to 5 mass-produced samples are required for testing. These samples must be identical to the actual products intended for sale, including all components, coatings, magnets, and other accessories. Complete Processing Workflow
1. Requirement Confirmation: Confirm product positioning, target age group, material composition, presence of magnets, and existence of detachable small parts with the client. Determine if any additional chemical testing is required to finalize the testing plan.
2. Collect all necessary documentation and arrange for the shipment of samples to the laboratory.
3. Laboratory receipt and registration: The lab receives and logs the samples, examines the product structure, separates all accessible material components, and prepares them for individual testing.
4. Testing Execution: Conduct mechanical and physical abuse testing, followed by flammability testing. Subsequently, samples are taken for chemical testing (migration of heavy metals). Any additional requested tests are performed concurrently.
5. Data Review and Internal Audit: Raw data is reviewed and subjected to an internal laboratory audit to determine the final test results.
6. Results: If the product passes, a CNAS-accredited English EN71 test report is issued. If it fails, the specific non-compliant items are communicated to the client; the client may then modify the raw materials, coatings, or product structure and arrange for retesting.
The standard turnaround time at Deesev is 5–7 business days; the timeframe for retesting is calculated separately.
Report Usage and Important Notes
An EN71 report serves as a core supporting document for the CE technical file. It must be used in conjunction with a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for purposes such as product listing approval on cross-border e-commerce platforms (e.g., Amazon), customs clearance in the EU, and regulatory spot checks within the local market.
The report itself does not have a fixed expiration date; however, if there are any changes to the product materials, paint/ink formulations, component structure, or manufacturing processes, the product must be resubmitted for testing. Furthermore, updates to EU toy safety regulations may render existing reports non-compliant with new requirements. Please note that the report applies exclusively to the specific samples submitted and cannot be automatically extended to cover other models within the same product series that utilize different materials.
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