Markings review

Labels, markings, instructions and other information related to the toy product must be compliant with the applicable toy safety legislation. Labels, markings and instructions provide information about:

• Product materials
• Origin
• Quality, care and maintenance
• Assembly and other essential information

When talking about marking for Toys, it is fundamental to consider CE Marking for the European Union market, or UKCA Marking for Great Britain. Our toy laboratories in France and UK are CE Notified Body (NB 2817) and UKAS Notified Body (NB 0355) respectively, helping buyers and suppliers implement marking compliance seamlessly. 

If you are selling to the US market, the Choking Hazard Warning shall be printed on the principal display panel of a toy intended for children over 3 years old, with specific requirements on the height and ratio of symbol and text. 

The lack of minimum requirements or bad labelling or marking can result in serious problems like:

• Goods being seized at customs
• Product recalls
• Penalties for violations of the law

Eurofins Toys and Hardlines understands the importance of labelling and marking in the development of a childcare or toy product and, through its network of laboratories, can provide the following services worldwide: 

• Labels and markings guidance/expert services
• Labels and markings review (in the draft and final artwork)

Get in touch and let us do the hard work for you.