Since the Toy Safety Directive (88/378/EEC) was put into force in Europe in 1988, TÜV Rheinland has tested thousands of toys to ensure that they are safe and comply with the European regulations.

Basically all kinds of toys need to be tested - plush toys, motor-operated toys, electronic toys, remote-control toys, etc. Our own fully equipped toy and electrical testing laboratories were accredited by DAR, DAP , HOKLAS , CCIBLAC and CNACL . Depending on specific product characteristics, tests are performed according to:

Toys Safety Directive 88/378/EEC- EN 71
· Physical and mechanical features,
· Flammability,
· Heavy metals migration,
· Experimental sets for chemistry and related activities,
· Chemical toys ( sets ) other than experimental sets,
· Finger paints,
· Swings, Slides and similar activity toys for indoor, outdoor family domestic use,
· Organic chemicals used in toys

- EN 50088 (safety testing for electrical toys)
- Related German DIN standards , e.g Recommendation LMBG XL VII
- Investigation of the harmful substances used in toys according to Annex II of
88/378/EEC

‘ TÜV Rheinland GS mark ‘ and ‘ Quality Toys mark’ criteria accept the test of 88/378/EEC,

EMC Directive 89/336 with the relevant standards for immunity and emission, can lead to TÜV Rheinland EMC mark
R & TTE directive 1999/5/EC ( Directive for Radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment ) to control the radio and wireless-control toys . Certificate of EEC notified body may be granted

Our expertise, comprehensive and reliable service and competitive fees have gained us the confidence of Asian manufacturers and European buyers alike. Engineers and technical experts from Europe and Asia perform quick and reliable tests. This is why more and more European buyers are asking for TÜV Rheinland test reports and certificates.