Infant Carrier EU Compliance Testing

According to the EU definition, what products are considered "infant carriers"?

- Framed Carriers: Equipped with a support frame, designed for children from 6 months up to 18 kg, allowing for sitting while being carried.

- Soft Carriers: Frameless, suitable for children up to 15 kg, designed to fit closely against the caregiver's torso.

- Sling Carriers: Without complete leg openings, intended solely for carrying children on the caregiver’s torso.

All designs aim to free the caregiver’s hands, allowing for easier handling while standing or walking.

What stndards must infant carriers sold in the EU meet?

- European Standards: Childcare product standards have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU). Products meeting these standards are presumed to comply with EU safety requirements.

The main applicable standards include:

  - EN 13209-1:2004: Applicable to framed carriers.

  - EN 13209-2:2015: Applicable to soft carriers.

> Note: These standards reference parts of the EN 71 series harmonized standards.

For Manufacturers:

Manufacturers should consult the full content of these standards to ensure their products meet all testing and safety requirements.

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