Toy safety certification differs sharply across the five major import markets in 2026: the US requires CPSIA/ASTM F963 compliance (with ~17.5% combined tariffs on Chinese-origin toys), the EU and UK require CE/UKCA marking backed by EN 71, Brazil demands INMETRO certification that typically takes 3–6 months, and Mexico enforces NOM standards. This reference compares the mandatory requirements of the United States, European Union, United Kingdom, Brazil and Mexico side by side.
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| Market | Standard | Mark / Certificate | Who tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | ASTM F963-23 (mandatory under CPSIA) | Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) + tracking label | CPSC-accepted third-party lab |
| EU | EN 71 series; new Toy Safety Regulation in force since Jan 2026 (fully applies Aug 2030) | CE mark + Declaration of Conformity (Digital Product Passport being phased in) | Self-assessment with accredited lab testing, or Notified Body |
| UK | BS EN 71 under Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 | CE recognised indefinitely (UKCA optional); importer address required | Accredited lab |
| Brazil | ABNT NBR NM 300 (ISO 8124-aligned) | INMETRO mark + product registration | Accredited OCP + lab (3–6 months) |
| Mexico | NOM-015-SCFI-2007 + NOM-050-SCFI + NOM-003-SSA1 | NOM certificate/verification before customs | EMA-accredited body/lab |
ASTM F963-23 has been the mandatory standard since April 2024. Toys for children 12 and under must be tested by a CPSC-accepted laboratory, and the importer issues a Children’s Product Certificate (CPC). Permanent tracking labels and choking-hazard warnings are required. Chinese-origin toys also currently carry extra tariffs (about 17.5% combined as of mid-2026; verify current rates).
Toys need CE marking supported by EN 71 test results and a Declaration of Conformity. The new EU Toy Safety Regulation entered into force on 1 January 2026 with a transition to August 2030, adding obligations such as the Digital Product Passport. Updated EN 71-1 and EN 71-8 were published in 2026 and fully replace current versions by July 2027.
Great Britain applies the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. In 2026 the UK confirmed indefinite recognition of CE marking for toys, so UKCA is optional. Toys must show the manufacturer’s address and, for imports, the UK importer’s address.
INMETRO certification is mandatory for all toys for children under 14 (Portaria 302/2021, testing to ABNT NBR NM 300). Products must be registered, carry the INMETRO mark, and be labeled in Portuguese. The process typically takes 3–6 months — start before you order.
Toys must comply with NOM-015-SCFI-2007 (toy labeling), NOM-050-SCFI-2004 (general labeling) and NOM-003-SSA1 (toxic substances), verified by EMA-accredited bodies before customs clearance. Labels must be in Spanish and include importer data.
A serious toy supplier should give you: complete material/component specifications, existing test reports where available, samples for lab testing, and factory cooperation for inspections. LeTin Toys (Chenghai, China), a sourcing and trading partner, provides full specification sheets — including carton dimensions, CBM and weights — on every product page, and supports buyers through certification in all five markets. Questions? Send an inquiry and we reply within 24 hours.
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