Plastic toys Australia AS/NZS 8124 testing process
Date:2024-11-15 10:56:09 Classification
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Plastic toys in Australia need to comply with the AS/NZS 8124 standard, which is a toy safety standard jointly adopted by Australia and New Zealand. The following is the detailed process of Australian AS/NZS 8124 testing of plastic toys:
1. Submit application and prepare materials
Submit a testing application to the testing agency and fill in the relevant forms. At the same time, prepare relevant information according to the requirements of the testing agency, including:
1. Product samples: Provide a sufficient number of plastic toy samples for testing. The samples should be representative of the final product and meet the quantity and appearance required by the test.
2. Product pictures: Provide physical pictures of the product so that the testing agency can understand the appearance and structure of the product.
3. Instructions for use: Provide instructions for use of the product, including the product's intended use, applicable age, usage methods, etc.
4. Material list: List the detailed ingredients of the materials used in the product, including plastic, rubber, metal, paint, etc.
5. Design drawings: If possible, provide engineering design drawings of the product.
6. Production process: Describe the production process of the product, including material selection, processing methods, quality control, etc.
2. Testing and Evaluation
The testing agency will conduct the following tests on the product in accordance with the requirements of the AS/NZS 8124 standard:
1. Mechanical and physical performance testing: including small parts testing, small ball testing, sharp edge testing, wire testing, etc. to ensure that toys will not cause harm or danger to children.
2. Flammability test: Test the flammability of toy materials to ensure that they will not cause fire.
3. Chemical performance testing: Conduct migration testing for heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, etc. that may be contained in toys to prevent potential risks to children's health.
After the test is completed, the testing agency will issue a detailed evaluation report, including test results and conclusions.