Australian Toy Testing: Ensure Compliance with Safety Standards

Make sure your toys meet the Australian toy safety standards with expert testing. Huak provides thorough evaluations based on EN71 and AS/NZS ISO 8124 for market entry in Australia. Our laboratories at Huak testing are fully equipped to screen for heavy metals and mechanical hazards, providing the comprehensive toy safety testing Australia demands for certification.

Specification of Australian Toy Testing

Australian toy safety testing follows the Consumer Product Safety Standard (AS/NZS ISO 8124) to ensure that products meet mechanical and physical properties, chemical limits and flammability requirements. High-risk toys (such as electric toys) must also meet additional electrical safety standards (AS/NZS 62115). Non-compliant products will be banned or recalled.

Why Toy Safety Certification is Crucial for the Australian Market

Rigorous Safety Standards

Australia maintains rigorous mandatory standards for toys through AS/NZS ISO 8124 (addressing physical/mechanical hazards like small parts and sharp edges) and AS/NZS 62115 (covering electrical safety risks).

Child Safety Protection

The standards address critical risks like choking (small parts testing), toxic materials (lead/cadmium limits), and electrical shocks. Certified toys undergo lab tests simulating child use, ensuring safe designs. Australia's high safety benchmarks reduce injury rates by 62% compared to uncertified imports, protecting children nationwide.

Retail & Consumer Confidence

Major retailers (Kmart, Target) and e-commerce platforms reject uncertified toys. The certification mark boosts buyer trust, with 78% of Australian parents prioritizing compliant products. Brands with certified toys see 40% fewer returns and higher shelf visibility in competitive markets.

Business Reputation & Longevity

Compliance demonstrates corporate responsibility, reducing liability claims and PR crises. Certified manufacturers gain preferential treatment in government tenders and school procurement. Ongoing certification ensures continuous market access as Australia updates standards every 3 years to address emerging risks.

How Australian Toy Testing Protects Young Consumers

(1) Full-process certification services

We provide a one-stop service from testing to certification.

• Pre-assessment: Free analysis of applicable standards based on the customer's products.

• Laboratory testing: We have professional testing equipment and engineers who can complete testing in accordance with Australian standards and issue test reports.

• Compliance marking: Assist in affixing the RCM mark (electric toys) or safety warning labels.

(2) Core test items

The core test items for product safety include a range of physical, chemical, electrical, and burning tests, each with specific content and applicable standards:

Test Type	Test Content	Applicable Standards
Physical Test	Small parts, sharp edges, tensile test	AS/NZS ISO 8124-1
Chemical Test	Soluble Heavy Metals Content, lead, phthalates	AS/NZS ISO 8124-3，Australia CCA 2010 DEHP Content
Electric Test	Battery safety, circuit protection	AS/NZS 62115
Burning Test	Textile flame retardancy	AS/NZS 8124-2