Toys

Austria (AGES) Recalls TEDi "Pizzasets" Toy Kits Over Choking Hazard

On 22 May 2026, Austria’s AGES announced a recall of TEDi "Pizzasets" toy kits because small detachable parts pose a choking hazard for children. This underscores ongoing scrutiny of small-parts hazards in low-cost children’s toys, reinforcing the need for robust product design and conformity checks before placing items on EU markets.

25 May 2026, 18:25ages.atAustria

Slovenian Health Inspectorate Updates On Recalls Of Sand Toys Potentially Containing Asbestos

In May 2026 the Slovenian Health Inspectorate reported ongoing recalls, inspections and laboratory testing of various sand-based toys after identifying asbestos as a new global safety risk. This signals heightened scrutiny and potential further recalls for manufacturers, importers and retailers of sand-filled toys, who should verify product conformity and monitor evolving European coordination on asbestos testing.

25 May 2026, 18:24gov.siSlovenia

Slovenia Health Inspectorate Recalls Toy 'Pizza Set' (Safety Gate SR/01454/26)

In May 2026 the Slovenian Health Inspectorate announced the withdrawal and recall of a toy "Pizza set" after an EU Safety Gate alert identified choking risks. This enforcement action highlights the need for manufacturers, importers and retailers of toy food sets to control small detachable parts and ensure robust product-safety surveillance to avoid similar recalls and liability exposure.

25 May 2026, 17:13gov.siSlovenia

China GACC To Conduct Random Inspections On Certain Import And Export Commodities From 1 June 2026

China’s customs authority has issued Announcement No. 57 of 2026 to launch random inspections on selected import and export consumer goods that are not otherwise subject to statutory inspection, effective 1 June 2026. Companies trading baby and children’s products, food-contact items, footwear and electronic products into or out of China should anticipate stricter border controls and align quality and documentation processes to avoid clearance delays, returns or penalties.

24 May 2026, 20:48customs.gov.cnChina

EEA Joint Committee Decision 25/2026 Incorporates PBDE POPs Limits into EEA Annex II

From February 2026 the EEA Joint Committee Decision 25/2026 brings the EU’s updated PBDE restrictions under the POPs Regulation into the EEA Agreement, including much lower unintentional trace contaminant limits for mixtures, articles, toys and childcare products. EEA companies using recycled materials must now verify that the sum of listed PBDEs meets a 10 mg/kg general limit and tighter staged thresholds through 2027, prompting reassessment of recycled-content choices, supplier controls and PBDE testing in sensitive product lines.

23 May 2026, 08:47eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Economic AreaEuropean Union

Japan METI Updates Consumer Product Safety Act Operations Guide for Infant Bed Guards and Baby Strollers

In May 2026 Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry issued an updated Consumer Product Safety Act operations guide reflecting recent legal changes and clarifying how the regime applies to infant bed guards and baby strollers from July 2026. This guidance signals that manufacturers and importers of these child products must align classification, labelling, PSC marking, and internal controls with the strengthened Consumer Product Safety Act requirements ahead of the July 2026 applicability date.

20 May 2026, 19:52meti.go.jpJapan

UK: OPSS Extends Wooden QIYI Sand Activity Toy Recall for Asbestos Risk to Amazon and TikTok

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards has extended its asbestos-related recall of the Wooden QIYI Sand Activity Toy to cover TikTok sales and ensure listings are removed from Alibaba, Amazon and TikTok as of mid-May 2026. This widens enforcement across major online marketplaces and signals heightened scrutiny of asbestos contamination risks in imported children’s toys and similar products.

20 May 2026, 19:23gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK OPSS Issues Product Safety Report For ZF Innovation Remote Control Centipede Toy Sold By Amazon

In May 2026, the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards issued a product safety report on an Amazon-listed ZF Innovation remote control centipede toy, finding a serious risk of burns and internal injury from easily accessible button batteries. Toy manufacturers, importers and online marketplaces should treat this as a warning to tighten button-cell battery compartment security and UK Toys (Safety) Regulations compliance, given regulators’ willingness to remove listings and press for rapid consumer redress.

20 May 2026, 19:21gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK OPSS Recalls Craft Time Sand Art Bracelets Over Asbestos Risk

In May 2026, the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards published a recall notice for Craft Time Sand Art Bracelets sold by Home Bargains after finding asbestos contamination in the coloured sand. The case highlights the need for retailers and importers of children’s craft toys to manage supply chain controls for banned substances like asbestos and to be ready to execute rapid withdrawals, refunds, and consumer guidance when contamination is detected.

20 May 2026, 19:21gov.ukUnited Kingdom

US CPSC Extends Neck Float Testing and Certification Deadline to 16 August 2026

CPSC has extended by 60 days, to 16 August 2026, the deadline for manufacturers and importers of children's neck floats to comply with third party testing and certification requirements under the Consumer Product Safety Act, provided they submit a finished-product sample to the Commission. All neck floats must still meet the substantive performance and labelling requirements of the neck-floats toy safety standard from 15 June 2026, so firms should use the extension to arrange sample submissions, engage accredited labs once available, and align certification processes before the new deadline.

20 May 2026, 17:48govinfo.govUnited States

Bulgaria Adopts Decree No. 60/2026 Implementing EU Cobalt Rules in Toy Safety Ordinance

In May 2026 Bulgaria adopted Decree No. 60/2026 to amend its toy safety ordinance and implement new EU cobalt requirements in toys. This tightens control of cobalt-classified CMR uses in children’s toys, requiring manufacturers and importers to review stainless steel parts, electrical components and neodymium magnets for compliance ahead of an August 2026 application date.

20 May 2026, 08:29dv.parliament.bgBulgaria

UK OPSS Recalls Grafix Make Your Own Sand Bottle (Star & Heart) Sold By Asda Over Asbestos Risk

On 18 May 2026, the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards published a recall of Grafix 'Make Your Own Sand Bottle (Star & Heart)' toy kits sold exclusively by Asda because the sand may be contaminated with asbestos under the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. The case signals that retailers and brands must maintain strict supplier controls and testing for banned substances in children’s products to avoid sudden recalls, reputational damage and potential health risks.

20 May 2026, 06:47gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Austria (AGES) Recalls TEDi "Rucksack Mit Inhalt" Backpack Over DEHP Plasticiser Levels

On 15 May 2026 TEDi, via Austria’s AGES, announced a voluntary recall of its “Rucksack mit Inhalt” backpack after tests found elevated levels of the plasticiser DEHP. This recall underscores ongoing compliance and reputational risk from phthalate plasticisers in low-cost children’s articles, reinforcing the need for stronger supplier controls, product testing and portfolio checks for similar items.

18 May 2026, 13:23ages.atAustria

UK OPSS Recalls 3D Printed Dragon Fidget Toy Sold via eBay (2603-0143)

In May 2026, the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards ordered a recall of a 3D printed dragon fidget toy sold via eBay after finding a serious choking risk to young children and non-compliance with the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011. This highlights strict enforcement of toy safety rules for online marketplaces and suppliers, who must prevent small detachable parts in children’s products and remove non-compliant listings rapidly to manage liability and protect consumers.

16 May 2026, 14:53gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Ohio HB 873 Introduced To Amend Stuffed Toy Health And Safety Requirements

Ohio has introduced House Bill 873 to amend sections 3713.01 and 3713.02 of the Ohio Revised Code, updating health and safety requirements for stuffed toys. If adopted, the bill could change what Ohio expects for stuffed toy safety, so manufacturers and retailers should monitor its progress and be ready to adjust their compliance approach once final requirements are known.

15 May 2026, 09:30legiscan.comUnited States

Swiss Federal Council Sets Topics For 2026 Sectoral Studies On Administrative Relief For Businesses

In May 2026 the Swiss Federal Council selected five regulatory areas for 2026 sectoral studies under the Corporate Relief Act (Unternehmensentlastungsgesetz) to explore ways of reducing administrative burdens for businesses. These studies, covering free trade agreements, climate regulation, data protection, toy trade and capital market promotion, signal potential medium-term easing of Swiss regulatory requirements but do not yet change current obligations.

14 May 2026, 18:49admin.chSwitzerland

South Africa Adopts PVoC Programme for High-Risk Unregulated Imports from China (G/TBT/N/ZAF/273)

South Africa has adopted a ministerial directive under the Standards Act, 2008 to implement a Pre‑Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) programme for selected high‑risk, currently unregulated consumer products imported from China, requiring compliance with specified South African National Standards and a Certificate of Conformity at import. The directive was published on 20 March 2026 and will enter into force on 20 September 2026 after a six‑month voluntary Phase 1 pilot period, so importers and Chinese exporters of listed products such as cosmetics, cookware, furniture, mattresses, toys, LPG accessories, generators and plumbing/building materials should use 2026 to align supply chains and prepare for mandatory PVoC documentation and testing requirements.

13 May 2026, 19:25members.wto.orgSouth AfricaChina

Romania ANPC Conducts Nationwide Toy and Auto Service Inspections With Sanctions Over 3.4 Million Lei

Romania’s National Authority for Consumer Protection carried out nationwide inspections of toy retailers and automotive service providers between 4 and 8 May 2026, imposing over 3.4 million lei in fines and other sanctions for non-compliant products and unsafe or misleading service practices. This enforcement campaign signals sustained scrutiny of consumer product and service markets, highlighting operational and compliance risks for retailers and workshops that fail to meet safety, information and contractual standards across Romania.

13 May 2026, 09:22anpc.roRomania

UK OPSS Recalls Heartwarming Hugs Bear 2 With Zipper Closure (2605-0036)

On 11 May 2026, the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards published a recall notice for Build-A-Bear’s Heartwarming Hugs Bear 2 with Zipper Closure after identifying that a detachable zipper component can create a small part and choking risk for young children. Retailers and product safety teams should ensure affected stock is removed, consumers are refunded, and similar toy designs are reviewed for small-part hazards and compliance with the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

12 May 2026, 18:14gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK OPSS Expands Recall of HGL Stretchy Sand Pig Toy Over Asbestos Risk

In April 2026 UK product safety regulators recalled the HGL Stretchy Sand Pig Toy after finding that the sand filling may be contaminated with asbestos, and in May 2026 they expanded the notice to include retailer Fenwick. This enforcement action signals heightened scrutiny of asbestos risks in consumer toys and requires manufacturers, importers, and retailers to identify any affected stock, coordinate recalls, and review controls on restricted substances in similar products.

12 May 2026, 15:09gov.ukUnited Kingdom