On November 20, 2019, the European Commission published Commission Directive (EU) 2019/1929 to restrict formaldehyde in certain toy materials. The Directive introduced new limit values for formaldehyde in polymeric, resin-bonded wood, textile, leather, paper and water-based toy material under Appendix C to Annex II of the Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC. This new restriction shall be applied from May 21, 2021.
Overview of Requirement
Download Bulletin PDF file to view table with the limit values for formaldehyde (CAS no. 50-00-0) used in toys intended for use by children under 36 months or in other toys intended to be placed in the mouth.
Additional Information:
Commission Directive (EU) 2019/1929
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:32019L1929&from=EN
How Does this Impact You? Contact Us to Discuss
If you have any comments and/or questions regarding these requirements, please contact your customer service representative or info@us.bureauveritas.com.
Download Regulatory Update
Download