Renowned Authorized Testing Laboratories for Wooden Toy Certifications

To ensure the validity and authority of safety certifications, wooden toys must be tested by laboratories accredited by the target market's regulatory authorities.

 

- SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) – Headquartered in Switzerland, SGS is the world's largest third-party testing, inspection, and certification company. It is accredited by the EU (Notified Body), US (CPSC-Accepted), Australia (NATA-Accredited), and Japan (JIS-Accredited). Our factory's EN 71, ASTM F963, and AS/NZS ISO 8124 test reports are all issued by SGS.

 

- Intertek (天祥) – A British multinational testing company with strong capabilities in toy safety testing. It is a CPSC-accepted laboratory in the US and a Notified Body in the EU. We cooperate with Intertek for CPSIA and REACH testing to ensure compliance with US and EU regulations.

 

- Bureau Veritas (BV) – A French testing and certification company accredited by authorities in all major markets. BV's test reports are highly recognized in Japan, making it our preferred partner for ST 2016 and Food Sanitation Act compliance testing.

 

- UL (Underwriters Laboratories) – A US-based laboratory specializing in safety testing, with CPSC accreditation. We use UL for key US market certifications (e.g., ASTM F963-17) to enhance product credibility in North America.

 

 

Our Factory's Comprehensive Safety Compliance System

 

At our wooden toy factory, "safety first" is not just a slogan but a core part of our production process. We ensure that all products (dollhouses, kitchen playsets, climbing frames, kids' wardrobes, etc.) fully comply with global safety standards through the following measures:

 

1. Raw Material Control – We only use FSC-certified solid wood (beech, pine, birch) to avoid wood contaminated with heavy metals or pesticides; Paints and glues are sourced from certified suppliers (water-based acrylic paint, low-VOC melamine resin paint) that meet EN 71-3 and ASTM F963 requirements.

 

2. Production Process Supervision – All wooden components undergo 3 rounds of打磨 (sanding) to ensure no sharp edges; Paint spraying uses automated equipment to control thickness and uniformity (avoiding paint peeling); Large toys (e.g., climbing frames) undergo on-site stability testing during production.

 

3. Third-Party Testing – Every new product is tested by SGS/Intertek/BV for compliance with the target market's standards (e.g., EN 71 for EU, ASTM F963 for US); Batch testing is conducted every 6 months to ensure consistency in product quality

 

We can provide official test reports issued by the above-mentioned laboratories for any of our products, and we also accept customized testing requirements from buyers to meet specific market needs.

 

FAQs About Wooden Toy Safety Certifications

 

Q1: Do small-batch wooden toys need to pass safety certifications?

A1: Yes. Most countries (EU, US, Australia, Japan) require mandatory safety certification for all toys sold on the market, regardless of batch size. Small-batch products can also apply for testing from accredited laboratories to ensure compliance.

 

Q2: How long is a wooden toy safety certification valid?

A2: Generally, test reports are valid for 1-2 years, but if there are changes to the product's materials, design, or production process, re-testing is required. Additionally, if the target market updates its safety standards (e.g., EN 71 revisions), products must be re-tested to meet the new requirements.

 

Q3: What is the difference between "Notified Body" and "Accredited Laboratory"?

A3: A "Notified Body" is a laboratory authorized by the EU to issue CE certificates (mandatory for EU market access); An "Accredited Laboratory" is recognized by regional authorities (e.g., CPSC in the US, NATA in Australia) to issue test reports. Our factory's EU certifications are issued by SGS (a Notified Body), and US test reports are from Intertek (a CPSC-Accepted Laboratory).

Conclusion

 

 

In the global wooden toy market, safety certifications are the "passport" to enter major markets. Understanding and complying with regional standards (EN 71, ASTM F963, AS/NZS ISO 8124, ST 2016) is crucial for manufacturers, importers, and retailers. Our factory has long been committed to producing safe, high-quality wooden toys, and all products have passed rigorous testing by renowned laboratories to meet global safety requirements.

 

If you are looking for a reliable wooden toy supplier with full safety certification compliance, please contact us for detailed product catalogs and test reports.