GB 6675-2025: Key Changes to China's Mandatory Toy Safety Standards | Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines

First published: May 2026

On 5 October 2025, the National Standardization Administration of China published a major revision to its mandatory toy safety standards, the GB 6675 series. The updated standards 2025 edition of GB 6675 replaces the previous 2014 editions and will become enforceable on 1 November 2026. All toys that fall within the scope of China Compulsory Certification (CCC) shall comply with the new edition (i.e., GB 6675-2025). 

The revised standards are largely aligned with the international ISO 8124 series but introduce a number of China-specific requirements that go beyond the international requirements. 

This article explores the major updates to the Chinese toy safety standard GB 6675-2025.

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What has changed? An overview of GB 6675-2025

Part 1: Basic code (GB 6675.1-2025)

Part 1 is the foundation of the entire standard, setting out general safety principles, scope definitions, and overarching requirements. The 2025 revision introduces some of the most impactful changes in the entire update:

Chemical safety expansion

The new standard adds requirements for a broad range of substances that were not previously regulated under GB 6675.1. These include formaldehyde, azo dyes, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), N-nitrosamines and N-nitrosatable substances, formamide, short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs), allergenic fragrances, and the release of various volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs). Existing requirements for the migration of certain elements and phthalates have also been revised and tightened. 

Realistic food imitation

A completely new category has been added to address toys that closely resemble real food items. These requirements aim to reduce the risk of ingestion by young children and introduce assessment criteria for determining whether a toy food is considered "realistic."

Electrical toy safety

New provisions now apply to electrical toys with an internal working voltage exceeding 24V, expanding the safety net for an increasingly electrified toy market.

Electromagnetic radiation compatibility

For the first time, GB 6675.1 includes electromagnetic radiation requirements, reflecting the growing prevalence of electronic and connected toys.

Hygiene and odour 

The revised standard details hygiene requirements more thoroughly and introduces odour-related requirements, addressing concerns about materials that may emit unpleasant or harmful odours.

Labelling

Labelling requirements have been revised, including new warnings for toys packaged with food.

Part 2: Mechanical and physical properties (GB 6675.2-2025)

Part 2 addresses the physical safety of toys, from small parts and sharp edges to stability and kinetic energy. This part of the standard is modified from ISO 8124-1:2022. The 2025 update refines and expands these requirements in several areas:

Cords and straps

Revised requirements now apply to cords and straps intended to be worn fully or partially around the neck, as well as yo-yo ball strings. The head probe used for cord and loop testing has also been updated to improve the accuracy and relevance of the assessment.

Ride-on toys

The speed limitation for electrically driven ride-on toys has been revised, tightening controls on toys that can reach potentially dangerous velocities.

Flying toys

New requirements have been added for flying toys, reflecting the growing popularity of drones and similar airborne products aimed at children.

Ventilation and enclosures

The standard now includes additional scenarios outlining acceptable ways to construct ventilation holes in toys that children can enter, reducing suffocation risks.

Realistic food imitation

Consistent with Part 1, Part 2 adds physical safety requirements for realistic food imitation toys and an assessment methodology to determine whether a toy food qualifies as realistic.

Warnings and definitions

Several definitions have been added or revised, and new warnings have been introduced to improve consumer awareness.

Part 3: Flammability (GB 6675.3-2025)

Part 3 governs the flammability performance of toys. This part of the standard is modified from ISO 8124-2:2023. Here are the major updates in this part:

Testing environment

A new wind speed requirement has been introduced for the test environment, ensuring more consistent and reproducible test results across laboratories.

Gas supply

The revised standard details gas purity specifications for testing equipment, removing a source of variability in flammability assessments.

Disguise costumes

A test method specifically for toy disguise costumes has been outlined, providing clearer guidance for products that were previously subject to ambiguity.

Headwear classification

The classification of toys worn on the head has been clarified, resolving questions about which products fall within the scope of flammability testing and which criteria apply. 

Part 4: Migration of certain elements (GB 6675.4-2025)

Part 4 focuses on the chemical migration limits for elements that may leach from toy materials during use. This part of the standard is modified from ISO 8124-3:2020. The 2025 revision significantly broadens its scope:

New material categories

Requirements have been added for finger paint, toy cosmetics, slime, and similar materials, acknowledging the surge in popularity of these product types among children.

Boron limits

New boron limits for modelling clay and putty have been introduced, targeting substances that have raised safety concerns in multiple markets worldwide.

Paper and paperboard

Definitions of paper and paperboard have been revised to clarify which substrates are subject to migration testing.

Dewaxing options

Additional options for dewaxing have been added, giving laboratories more flexibility in sample preparation while maintaining result integrity. 

How can Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines help you navigate toy regulation updates and compliance in children’s toy safety?

Within the Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines network of companies, our internationally accredited testing laboratory is equipped to help you develop comprehensive testing programmes aligned with the new GB 6675-2025 requirements. Whether you need to assess chemical migration, mechanical safety, flammability, or electromagnetic compatibility, our laboratories deliver reliable, timely results to keep your products on track for the Chinese market.

We also offer end-to-end support for toy manufacturers and brands, including pre-compliance assessments to identify gaps between your current testing programme and the updated requirements, full-scope GB 6675-2025 testing, supply chain quality assurance and factory auditing to help you interpret and apply the new requirements to your specific product range.

With the 1 November 2026 deadline approaching, early engagement is the most effective way to avoid costly delays, product holds, or market access disruptions. Our team of toy safety specialists is ready to help you build a clear path to compliance. 

Contact our toy safety experts today to discuss your GB 6675-2025 compliance strategy or a wider range of toy testing needs.