SG 120/24
Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has published new standard for electric toys – GB/T 19865-2024, replacing GB 19865-2005.
On July 24, 2024, the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) announced the publication of a revision to the safety standard for electric toys – GB/T 19865-2024. The revised standard replaces GB 19865-2005, and it has an effective date set for August 1, 2026. The revised standard is based on the International Standard IEC 62115:2017.
Please find below some of the key changes when comparing the revised and old standards:
- Added: a warning pictogram and a statement for toys that are operated by coin or button batteries
- Added: a high voltage test for toys that use USB connections
- Temperature rise limits are revised based on the type of material used and the age range of the target user
- Revised: the test parameter and method for the mechanical strength test
- Revised: LED requirements to aligning with the Annex E of IEC 62115:2017
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- Product reviews
- Labeling reviews
- Testing
- Testing of toys outside the scope of CCC certification
- Consultancy
Our expertise can smooth your path to market. With a global network of state-of-the-art toy testing laboratories and a CCC accredited laboratory in Hong Kong, China, we can help to ensure that your toys qualify and you can request the required certification marks. Contact us for more information or visit our website. In the end, it’s only trusted because it’s tested.
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