This law came into effect on July 1, 2008. Safety requirements for plasticizers in toys and infant products must comply with CNS 15138 "Test Method for Phthalate Plasticizers in Plastic Toys". **Warning Labeling** All imported or domestically produced toys must pass inspection and bear a commodity inspection mark and Chinese labeling. Toys containing plasticizers must have a warning label in Chinese stating, "WARNING: This toy contains plasticizers. Do not suck on it as it may be harmful to your health," to remind consumers.
ProductsTaiwan (CNS 4797)EU (2005/84/EC) Toys and infant products for children under 14 years old
0.1% DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIDP, DNOP 0.1% DEHP, DBP, BBP Toys and infant products for children under 14 years old that can be put in the mouth 0.1% DINP, DIDP, DNOP
About Phthalate Plasticizers
If soft plastic toys contain phthalate plasticizers, they can dissolve into saliva and be absorbed by the body through sucking or biting, causing harm to children's health. The Environmental Protection Administration of the Executive Yuan has moved the classification of bis-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) from Class 4 to Class 1 – according to the "Toxic Chemicals Management Act," it is harmful to human health through bioaccumulation, bioconcentration, and biotransformation. Source
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