BS EN 71-2:2006+A1:2007

BS EN 71-2 covers the flammable materials which are prohibited in all toys and the requirements concerning flammability of certain toys when exposed to fire.

The tests described in this standard are used for determining the flammability of toys under the test conditions specified, the results cannot be considered as providing overall proof of the possible fire hazards of toys or their material when subjected to other types of flame.

The standard also lists the toys which are considered to present the greatest hazard to children.

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Download our parents' guide to toy safety (BS EN 71 series)