CCPSA

It is the main regulation for consumer products (including toys) in Canada, and the following is the main testing content for plush toys:

1. Physical and mechanical testing

This part of the test ensures that the plush toy will not cause physical harm to children under normal use or reasonably foreseeable misuse.

2. Flammability Test

The surface materials and fillings of plush toys are required to be tested for flammability to ensure that they will not burn rapidly when in contact with an ignition source. The main test items include: flame spread rate and fiber has been filled with test

3. Chemical substance and toxicity test

The chemical composition of plush toys must not contain substances that are harmful to children's health. According to CCPSA regulations, chemical testing mainly covers the following aspects: heavy metal content testing, phthalate testing, and migratory element testing.

4. Electrical Safety (if applicable)

Plush toys with electrical components or electronic features to ensure that there is no potential risk of electric shock or burns to children. The main tests include: battery compartment safety, short circuit, overheating and EMC testing, while the electronic components need to comply with EMC standards and not interfere with other electronic devices.

5. Microbiological testing (if applicable)

Microbiological testing is required for washable plush toys or toys that may be exposed to moisture.

6. Marking and labeling requirements

Plush toys must be labeled with clear warnings and instructions for use to ensure that consumers are aware of the applicable age groups and possible risks. Labeling requirements include age-appropriate labeling, warning labels, and material labeling.

7. Acoustic performance (if applicable)

If a plush toy has a sound-producing feature or a built-in musical device, the CCPSA requires that the sound level of the toy be tested to ensure that it does not cause damage to a child's hearing. The maximum allowable noise level is specified to prevent prolonged exposure of children to loud toys.

8. Choking, inhalation and swallowing risks

The CCPSA specifically requires choking risk controls for children's toys, especially for stuffed toys used by children under 3 years of age. Small parts, detachables, or packaging materials need to be rigorously tested to ensure that they cannot be swallowed, inhaled, or cause choking.