BS EN 71-1:2026 PDF

1 Scope (see A.2) This document specifies requirements and methods of tests for mechanical and physical properties of toys. This document applies to toys for children, toys being any product or material designed or intended, whether or not exclusively, for use in play by children of less than 14 years. It refers to new toys taking into account the period of foreseeable and normal use, and that the toys are used as intended or in a foreseeable way, bearing in mind the behaviour of children. It includes specific requirements for toys intended for children under 36 months, children under 18 months and for children who are too young to sit up unaided. For example, soft-filled toys with simple features intended for holding and cuddling are considered as intended for use by children under 36 months. NOTE     Information relating to the age grading and age determination of toys can be found in CEN ISO/TR 8124‑8 [22] and the European Commission’s Guidance Documents on the Toy Safety Directive. This document also specifies requirements for packaging , marking and labelling. This document does not apply to the following toys: