Toy Safety and Certification

Toy products are highly regulated. Safety standards are constantly updated and modified as the understanding of risks increases and new products are developed. It is essential to understand the legal requirements that apply to toys (including national deviations) and to be up to date to avoid non-conforming products and market recalls.

At SGS, we help all toy suppliers – manufacturers, retailers and importers – assess the potential risks at every stage of the toy life cycle and manage them effectively and efficiency.

SGS offers a one-stop solution to all your toy needs, so that you can be sure your toys comply with relevant regulations and quality standards, such as the new EU toy directive and the US Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSIA). SGS aims to assure toy safety and offers a comprehensive program including:

• Support for new Product Development (Product specification verification, Technical/Design advice)
• Update and interpretation of legal requirements
• Safety/Risk Assessment (product hazards analysis)
• Product and Materials Testing
• Factory and Social Audits
• Inspections (production control)
• Training (staff, suppliers)

SGS provides manufacturers, retailers and importers with comprehensive customized Quality Assurance Solutions for all toy needs:

• Plush toys
• Dolls
• Ride-on toys
• Projectile toys
• Games
• Figurines
• Construction toys
• Creative art materials
• Puzzles
• Pull along toys 
• Battery operated toys 
• Radio controlled toys
• Infant toys
• Residential playground equipment

Choosing us means you can be confident that our rigorous procedures throughout your supply chain will ensure that you comply with worldwide regulations and industry standards, ensuring your product’s entry into the market of your choice and minimizing the risk of costly toy recalls.

Our toy labs are strategically located in key manufacturing zones and transit points worldwide. They are internationally recognized by major industry associations and accreditation bodies (CNAL, HOKLAS, COFRAC, UKAS, A2LA, BIS, amfori BSCI, ICTI, ISTA, etc.) and are known as a global benchmark in quality and integrity.