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Amazon Australia Toys AS/NZS ISO 8124 Testing

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Update time : 2025-06-09

As Amazon tightens its regULatory oversight on product safety compliance, the requirements for listing children’s toys on the Australian site have become particularly stringent. According to Amazon policy, all toys intended for children aged 14 and under must pass the AS/NZS ISO 8124 series of standards and submit a test report issued by an ISO 17025 accREDited laboratory. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the core requirements, testing standards, and compliance process to help sellers complete certification efficiently and avoid potential risks.

 

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Scope and Definitions

1. Definition of Children’s Toys:

- Products specifically designed for children aged 14 or under.

- Products marketed as suitable for children through packaging or advertising.

- Determination based on age labeling, promotional content, and general consumer perception.

 

2. Prohibited Products:

- Toys containing small magnets with a flux ≥ 50 kG² mm² (risk of intestinal injury).

- Toys containing button batteries without child-resistant design.

- High-risk toys such as water beads and sharp projectiles.

 

Core Compliance Standard: AS/NZS ISO 8124

This standard, jointly developed by Australia and New Zealand, covers three main aspects of safety: physical, cheMICal, and flammability. The latest version is ISO 8124-1:2022 (updated in September 2024). Key sub-standards include:

- AS/NZS ISO 8124-1: Mechanical and physical properties.

- AS/NZS ISO 8124-2: Flammability performance.

- AS/NZS ISO 8124-3: Migration of certain elements (e.g., heavy metals).

- AS/NZS 62115: Safety of electric toys.

 

Key Testing Items and Requirements

1. Mechanical and Physical Testing:

- Small parts: Toys for children under 3 years must not contain small detachable components (e.g., marbles with diameter ≤ 31.7 mm).

- Edges and points: All contact surfaces must pass smoothness tests to prevent injury.

- Structural stability: Must pass simulated pressure/load-bearing scenarios to ensure anti-tip safety.

 

2. Chemical Safety Testing:

- Heavy metal limits: Lead ≤ 20 mg/kg, Cadmium ≤ 100 mg/kg.

- Phthalates: DEHP and 5 others ≤ 0.1% in plastic components.

 

3. Additional Requirements for Special Toy Types:

- Electric toys: Must comply with both AS/NZS 62115 and IEC 62115. Focus areas include insulation and battery safety.

- Magnetic toys: Must meet 2020 Consumer Goods (Toys Containing Magnets) Safety Standard.

- Toys with button batteries: Must pass child-resistant design tests and display proper warning labels on packaging.

 

Certification Process and Operational Guide

1. Required Materials:

- 2–3 product samples (including disassembled components if applicable).

- Technical documents: design drawings, bill of materials, bilingual user manuals.

- Business license and brand authorization certificate.

 

2. Testing Duration and Fees:

- Standard testing: 5–7 working days (chemical tests may take 10–15 days).

- Expedited service: 3–5 working days (typically 30%–50% higher cost).

 

3. Amazon Submission:

Upload via Seller Central under "Product Compliance Requests":

- Test report from ISO 17025 certified lab, including applicable age group and ASIN.

- Product labels, warnings, and manuals (images must match actual product).

 

Common Seller Questions and Strategies

1. Report Validity:

- No fixed expiry date, but Amazon may request re-testing due to regulation updates or random checks.

- Re-testing required if there are design or material changes.

 

2. Handling Test Failures:

- If heavy metals exceed limits: Replace materials with RoHS-compliant alternatives.

- If labels are missing: Add bilingual warning statements such as "Choking hazard – small parts" and adjust packaging.

 

3. Shipping Considerations:

- Avoid coating degradation during shipping by using temperature-controlled packaging. Do not open packaging before testing.

 

Policy Updates and Industry Trends

Updates in ISO 8124-1:2022 (effective from 2024) include:

- Warning labels may now be placed directly on the toy surface, as long as clearly visible.

- Enclosed toys (e.g., play tents) must offer multiple ventilation options.

- Sound level limits: Pull-along toys must not exceed 85 dB in sound pressure.

 

Amazon Australia’s toy compliance policy centers on product safety. Sellers must understand the AS/NZS ISO 8124 standard thoroughly and collaborate with accredited labs, such as JJR in China, to ensure full certification and risk mitigation.


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