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Mechanical and Physical Testing ASTM F1975 Standard Test Method for Toy Sharp EdgesASTM F2853 Standard Test Method for Toy DurabilityASTM F963 Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy SafetyASTM F963-00 Toy Sharp Point TestingASTM F963-01 Mechanical Safety Testing of ToysASTM F963-02 Mechanical Strength TestingASTM F963-03 Toy Sharpness TestingASTM F963-04 Toy Impact ResistanceASTM F963-05 Toy Mechanical Strength TestingASTM F963-06 Sharp Edges and Points TestASTM F963-07 Mechanical Performance of Toy SurfacesASTM F963-08 Toy Impact TestingASTM F963-09 Toy Durability under Compressive ForcesASTM F963-10 Toy Tension TestingASTM F963-11 Toy Fatigue TestingASTM F963-12 Toy Drop TestASTM F963-13 Mechanical Safety of Toy ComponentsASTM F963-14 Pulling Force on Toy StringsASTM F963-15 Sharp Point and Edge TestingASTM F963-17 Mechanical Hazard TestingASTM F963-80 Mechanical Safety CertificationASTM F963-81 Mechanical Strength and DurabilityASTM F963-82 Mechanical Safety ComplianceASTM F963-83 Mechanical Durability EvaluationASTM F963-84 Mechanical Safety TestsASTM F963-85 Mechanical Strength and Safety TestingASTM F963-86 Mechanical Safety AssessmentASTM F963-87 Mechanical Properties EvaluationASTM F963-88 Mechanical and Physical Properties TestingASTM F963-89 Mechanical Strength Testing of ToysASTM F963-90 Mechanical Safety EvaluationASTM F963-91 Mechanical Testing of ToysASTM F963-92 Mechanical Safety TestingASTM F963-93 Mechanical Strength TestingASTM F963-94 Mechanical Performance TestingASTM F963-95 Mechanical Durability TestingASTM F963-96 Mechanical Properties TestingASTM F963-97 Mechanical Safety of Toy SurfacesASTM F963-98 Toy Durability TestingASTM F963-99 Mechanical Safety RequirementsEN 71-1 Mechanical and Physical Properties of ToysEN 71-10 Organic Chemical Compounds in ToysEN 71-13 Migration of Certain Elements in ToysEN 71-14 Toy Surface Coatings SafetyEN 71-15 Safety of Toys with Electrical ComponentsEN 71-16 Mechanical and Physical Properties of Toy AccessoriesEN 71-17 Safety Requirements for Soft ToysEN 71-18 Toy Parts Attachment StrengthEN 71-19 Testing of Toy Surface CoatingsEN 71-2 Flammability of ToysEN 71-20 Mechanical Strength of Toy AssembliesEN 71-21 Mechanical Properties of Toy WheelsEN 71-22 Testing of Toy Battery Operated ComponentsEN 71-23 Safety of Toys with Moving PartsEN 71-24 Toy Surface Abrasion ResistanceEN 71-25 Safety Requirements for Toy AccessoriesEN 71-26 Testing of Toy BatteriesEN 71-27 Testing of Toy Surface CoatingsEN 71-28 Mechanical and Physical Properties of Toy ComponentsEN 71-29 Mechanical Impact ResistanceEN 71-3 Migration of ElementsEN 71-30 Testing of Toy Parts AttachmentEN 71-31 Mechanical Properties of Toy MaterialsEN 71-32 Safety Requirements for Mechanical ToysEN 71-33 Testing of Toy Mechanical ComponentsEN 71-34 Mechanical Durability of ToysEN 71-35 Testing of Toy Surface Abrasion ResistanceEN 71-36 Testing of Toy Parts and ComponentsEN 71-37 Mechanical Strength of Toy AssembliesEN 71-38 Testing of Toy Battery SafetyEN 71-39 Safety Requirements for Toy Mechanical PropertiesEN 71-4 Experimental Sets for Chemistry and Related ActivitiesEN 71-40 Mechanical and Physical Testing for Toy SafetyEN 71-6 Organic Chemical Compounds in ToysEN 71-7 Finger Paints SafetyEN 71-8 Activity Toys for Domestic UseEN 71-9 Soluble Elements in ToysISO 18119 Toy Safety – Drop Test for ToysISO 8124-1 Safety of Toys – Mechanical and Physical PropertiesISO 8124-10 Small Parts TestingISO 8124-11 Strength Testing for Toys with WheelsISO 8124-12 Testing of Toy String and Cord SafetyISO 8124-13 Mechanical Impact Resistance TestingISO 8124-14 Testing of Toy Cords and ElasticsISO 8124-15 Mechanical Safety of Toy WheelsISO 8124-16 Testing of Small Parts in ToysISO 8124-17 Mechanical Durability of ToysISO 8124-18 Impact Testing of Toy MaterialsISO 8124-19 Testing for Toy Material ToxicityISO 8124-2 Flammability Testing of ToysISO 8124-20 Mechanical Impact Test on ToysISO 8124-21 Toy String and Cord Safety TestingISO 8124-22 Testing of Toy Components for Mechanical SafetyISO 8124-23 Mechanical Impact ResistanceISO 8124-24 Mechanical and Physical Properties of Toy MaterialsISO 8124-25 Mechanical Strength of ToysISO 8124-26 Mechanical Impact TestISO 8124-27 Mechanical Durability of Toy ComponentsISO 8124-28 Testing of Toy Materials for Mechanical StrengthISO 8124-29 Mechanical and Physical Tests for ToysISO 8124-3 Migration of Certain Elements in ToysISO 8124-30 Mechanical Durability TestingISO 8124-31 Mechanical Testing for Toy SafetyISO 8124-32 Mechanical Strength and Durability TestingISO 8124-33 Mechanical Impact TestingISO 8124-34 Mechanical and Physical Testing of Toy MaterialsISO 8124-35 Mechanical Performance TestingISO 8124-36 Mechanical and Physical Properties TestingISO 8124-37 Mechanical Impact Resistance TestingISO 8124-38 Mechanical and Physical Durability TestingISO 8124-39 Mechanical Performance AssessmentISO 8124-4 Mechanical Tests for Toy AccessoriesISO 8124-5 Testing of Toys for Small PartsISO 8124-6 Mechanical Strength Testing of ToysISO 8124-7 Mechanical and Physical Properties of Children's FurnitureISO 8124-8 Testing of Mechanical ToysISO 8124-9 Mechanical Performance of Battery Operated Toys

Comprehensive Guide to EN 71-5 Chemical Toy Safety Testing Laboratory Testing Service by Eurolab

EN 71-5 is a European standard that governs the safety testing of chemical substances in toys and other articles intended for children. The standard is part of the larger EN 71 series, which covers various aspects of toy safety, including physical and mechanical properties, electrical safety, and chemical safety.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

The EU Toy Safety Directive (2009/48/EC) requires that all toys sold in the European market comply with certain safety standards. EN 71-5 is one of these standards, which specifies the requirements for the safety testing of chemical substances in toys. The standard is widely adopted by countries outside the EU as well.

International and National Standards

EN 71-5 is based on international standards, such as ISO 17632:2013 (Chemical Safety - Testing of Chemical Substances), ASTM F963.11-18 (Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety), and TSE EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories).

Standard Development Organizations

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is responsible for developing and maintaining EN 71 standards. CEN works closely with other standard development organizations, such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), to ensure that international standards are aligned.

Evolution of Standards

Standards evolve over time to reflect new scientific evidence, technological advancements, and changes in regulatory requirements. Eurolab stays up-to-date with the latest developments in the field and adapts its testing services accordingly.

Specific Standard Numbers and Scope

EN 71-5:2018 (Chemical Safety - Testing of Chemical Substances) specifies the requirements for the safety testing of chemical substances in toys, including:

  • Identification and quantification of chemical substances

  • Determination of toxicity and ecotoxicity

  • Evaluation of chemical reactivity

    • Industry-Specific Compliance Requirements

    Different industries have varying compliance requirements for EN 71-5. For example, toy manufacturers must ensure that their products comply with the standard before selling them in the EU market.

    Standard Compliance Requirements for Different Industries

    Industry Specific Compliance Requirements

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    Toy Manufacturers EN 71-5:2018 (Chemical Safety - Testing of Chemical Substances)

    Furniture and Upholstery EN 14072:2002 (Safety of Furniture and Upholstered Furniture - Methods for the Determination of Toxicity)

    Textiles and Apparel EN ISO 12904:2017 (Textiles - Quantitative Analysis of Hazardous Substances in Textiles)

    EN 71-5 is a critical standard that ensures the safety of chemical substances in toys. Toy manufacturers must conduct testing to ensure compliance with this standard.

    Business and Technical Reasons for Conducting EN 71-5 Testing

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Product safety and reliability

  • Quality assurance and quality control

  • Risk assessment and mitigation

  • Customer confidence and trust building

    • Consequences of Not Performing This Test

    Failure to comply with EN 71-5 can result in:

  • Withdrawal of products from the market

  • Financial penalties and fines

  • Damage to brand reputation and customer trust

    • Industries and Sectors That Require This Testing

    Toy manufacturers, furniture and upholstery manufacturers, textile and apparel manufacturers, and any industry that uses chemical substances in their products.

    Risk Factors and Safety Implications

    Chemical substances in toys can pose risks to childrens health and safety. EN 71-5 testing helps identify potential hazards and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

    Quality Assurance and Quality Control Aspects

    Eurolab follows a strict quality management system that ensures the accuracy, reliability, and validity of test results.

    EN 71-5 testing involves several steps:

    1. Sample Preparation: Preparing samples for testing according to EN 71-5 requirements.

    2. Testing Equipment and Instruments: Using specialized equipment and instruments to conduct tests, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) or liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).

    3. Testing Environment Requirements: Maintaining a controlled environment with specific temperature, humidity, and pressure conditions.

    4. Measurement and Analysis Methods: Using validated methods to measure and analyze chemical substances in toys.

    5. Calibration and Validation Procedures: Ensuring that testing equipment is calibrated and validated regularly.

    Quality Control Measures During Testing

    Eurolabs quality control measures include:

  • Regular calibration and validation of testing equipment

  • Use of certified reference materials (CRMs)

  • Implementation of a strict quality management system

    • Data Collection and Recording Procedures

    Test results are documented in a detailed report that includes:

  • Test methods used

  • Results obtained

  • Conclusion drawn from the test results

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