On 16 January 2017, Nepal released children’s toy standard to regulate 12 toxic substances in children’s toys, clarify the scope, test procedures and certification mechanism of toys. The standard becomes effective on the 181th day following its publication in Nepal Gazette.
Scope:
Toy means construction sets, dolls and miniatures, vehicles, puzzles, collectibles, promotional merchandise, electric and electronic toys and educational sets to be used by children of up to 16 years of age.
Regulated Toxic Substances
SN | Substance | Limit/ppm |
1 | Cadmium (Cd) | 75 |
2 | chromium 60(Cr) | 60 |
3 | Lead (Pb) | 90 |
4 | Mercury (Hg) | 60 |
5 | Zinc (Zn) | 3.75 |
6 | Antimony (Sb) | 60 |
7 | Arsenic (As) | 25 |
8 | Barium (Ba) | 1000 |
9 | Selenium (Se) | 500 |
10 | Bromine (Br) | ＜100 |
11 | Bisphenol A (BPA) | BPA Free |
12 | Phthalates | ＜100 |
C&K Testing reminds that importers should present test certificates issued the government accredited laboratories for each batch of products. Whether manufactured domestically or in other countries, such products can access the Nepal market only when compliant with limits.
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