What testing is required for children's toys exported to the UK? Yes, children's toys exported to the UK require testing. After Brexit in the UK, products entering the UK market need to apply for UKCA certification and also undergo BS EN71 testing.


UKCA certification is a mandatory certification requirement for products in the UK market, replacing the previous CE certification. The UKCA logo indicates that the product meets UK regulatory requirements, including toy safety standards. The UKCA certification process includes steps such as product testing, compliance assessment, and logo use.

BS EN71 is a toy safety standard established by the European Union, which includes 11 parts including physical and mechanical performance testing, flame retardant testing, and the release of eight major heavy metals. Plush toys need to be tested according to these standards to ensure they meet the safety requirements of the UK market. During the testing process, plush toys need to undergo a series of tests and evaluations to determine whether they comply with BS EN71 standards. If all tests and evaluations are passed, corresponding certification marks will be obtained for sale in the UK market.

In addition, if the toy comes with electrical components or needs to be connected to a power source, electrical safety testing is also required to comply with the requirements of UK electrical safety regulations.

In summary, in order to ensure that children's toys comply with the safety requirements and regulatory standards of the UK market, UKCA certification and BS EN71 testing are required before export.