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Toy Safety Directive

The Toy Safety Directive (Directive 2009/48/EC) governs the supply and sale of toy products in the EU, focusing on safety, labeling, and administrative obligations.

  • Scope: Applies to products intended for play by children under 14. Excludes items like puzzles over 500 pieces and certain sports equipment.

  • Responsibilities: Manufacturers must ensure toys undergo safety and conformity assessment procedures. Toys must not threaten health or safety during foreseeable use.

  • Compliance: Toys must bear the CE mark, an EU declaration of conformity, and appropriate warnings and instructions in the official languages where sold.

  • Roles: Obligations are specified for manufacturers, authorized representatives, importers, and distributors.

  • Non-Compliance: Manufacturers must correct non-compliances immediately and may need to inform relevant authorities if risks are detected.

Compliance with the Toy Safety Directive is essential for legal sale in the EU, requiring constant vigilance and adherence to changes in regulations.

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