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The Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011: An Overview

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The Toys (Safety) Regulations

Children’s toys sold in the United Kingdom must comply with the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011, which set safety requirements for such products. This includes physical and flammability requirements, substance restrictions, documentation, labelling, and more.

In this guide, we explain the key requirements of the regulations and address some common questions related to them. Note that this guide does not cover requirements affecting Northern Ireland, as Northern Ireland is generally aligned with the EU requirements for toys.
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Regulations and Standards for Baby and Children’s Products in the United Kingdom

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Regulations and Standards for Baby and Children’s Products in the United Kingdom

Children’s products sold in the United Kingdom are subject to safety standards, labelling, documentation, and testing requirements. This is the case both for toys and other children’s products, such as high chairs, strollers, cribs, baby carriers, and drinking bottles.

In this guide, we take a closer look at regulations that are highly relevant to children’s products, such as the General Product Safety Regulations, the Toys (Safety) Regulations, and the UK REACH regulation.

Note: We do not cover requirements for Northern Ireland, which is generally aligned with EU product safety requirements.

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AI Act (Artificial Intelligence Regulation (EU) 2024/1689): An Overview

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AI Act (Artificial Intelligence Regulation (EU) 2024/1689)
The AI Act, or Artificial Intelligence Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, provides a framework in which artificial intelligence technologies can be regulated. It was created to support innovation. However, it also addresses possible risks to people’s health, safety or fundamental rights.

It contains requirements that cover artificial intelligence (AI) systems and AI models, including certain products that make use of AI technologies. Furthermore, the regulation categorises certain AI systems as high-risk AI systems, for which there are additional requirements such as CE marking, and Declaration of Conformity.

In this guide, we explain the regulation’s requirements and how they affect providers and other economic operators involved in AI technologies, including manufacturers of products that use AI systems.
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Crib Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Crib Regulations in the European Union

Cribs and crib mattresses must comply with various regulations, directives, and safety standards in the EU. Non-compliant and unsafe baby cribs and cots can be strangulation hazards. Paints and surface coatings can also contain excessive amounts of restricted substances.

In this guide, we explain how the General Product Safety Regulation, REACH, EN 1130, EN 16890, and other compliance requirements relate to cribs and crib mattresses imported or manufactured for sale in the European Union. Continue reading Crib Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

Inflatable Pool Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Inflatable Pool Regulations in the European Union

Inflatable pools imported or manufactured for sale in the European Union are subject to various safety standards, chemical restrictions, labelling, documentation, and testing requirements. Given the inherent risk with such products, ensuring compliance is crucial.

Further, the specific requirements that apply depend on various factors, such as the age group the pool is intended for.

In this guide, we take a closer look at the Toy Safety Directive, General Product Safety Regulation, REACH, and other EU compliance requirements relevant to inflatable pools. However, this guide does not cover requirements for pumps and other electrical components.

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Cosmetic Product Regulations in the United Kingdom: An Overview

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Cosmetic Product Regulations in the United Kingdom

Cosmetic products sold in the United Kingdom must comply with various substance restrictions, labelling, documentation, and testing requirements. In this guide, we take a closer look at Cosmetic Products Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, UK REACH, and other compliance requirements relevant to skincare, haircare, makeup and other cosmetic products.

Additionally, we explain the differences between the UK and EU versions of the regulations affecting cosmetic products.

Note that even if some requirements may still be the same in the EU and UK, this may change as regulations continue to be amended and the two diverge further. However, note that the article excludes requirements for cosmetic products sold in Northern Ireland, which remains aligned with EU requirements.

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Product User Instructions Requirements in the European Union: An Overview

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Product User Instructions

User instructions are generally used to provide useful information to consumers and users in general, such as how to install, properly use, or dispose of products. User instructions can also include battery replacement instructions, warning texts, and more.

Instructions are mandatory for a wide range of products sold in the European Union. Hence, failing to create a sufficient user instruction document could result in fines, product recalls, and other issues.

In this guide, we explain what importers, manufacturers, and Amazon sellers must know about creating user instructions for electronics, toys, and other products.
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CE Marking Requirements in the United Kingdom: An Overview

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CE Marking Requirements in the United Kingdom

There has been a lot of confusion about the future status of CE marking in the United Kingdom since Brexit. In its place, products were supposed to be marked with the UKCA symbol.

However, the UK has since changed course and decided to accept CE marking for certain product types. This can simplify the product compliance process, as the implication is that a CE marked product could be sold in both the UK and the EU.

In this guide, we explain which products can be CE marked in the UK, and how CE marking differs from UKCA marking.

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Smoke Detector Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Smoke Detector Regulations in the European Union

Smoke detectors are covered by various EU regulations, directive, and standards. In this guide, we take a closer look at the Construction Products Regulation and various regulations and directives applicable to electronics and batteries, and how these relate to smoke detectors.

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Drone Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Drone Regulations in the European Union: A Complete Guide
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) defines “unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)” as drones, their systems, and controlling equipment. Such products are subject to specific regulations such as Regulation (EU) 2019/945 on Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Drones are also subject to regulations relevant to machinery, electronics, and batteries.

Non-compliant drones may pose a danger to humans and property. For example, a defective drone could suddenly stop functioning and crash. Drones can also interfere other radio equipment.

In this guide, we focus on the product compliance requirements for drones, not on the operations requirements such as the minimum age for remote pilots. Note that you can find more information on the EASA’s page dedicated to Drone Regulatory Systems.

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