China's first international toy phthalate standard has been officially recognized by the global community. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), based in Geneva, has released the ISO 8124-6 standard titled "Special Phthalate Esters in Toys and Children's Products." This is the first international standard specifically addressing phthalates in toys, and it was developed with significant input from China. Huang Lina, a technical expert from the Guangdong Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau, led the working group responsible for this standard. The project involved collaboration between experts from multiple countries within ISO/TC181/WG6.
Before finalizing the standard, the working group conducted extensive consultations with toy manufacturers, industry associations, and regulatory authorities. A total of 10 domestic seminars and 4 international meetings were held, along with 4 verification tests. Over 200 companies and testing institutions participated, contributing several thousand data sets. The new standard introduces important improvements in areas such as the scope of application, restrictions on phthalate types, cost control, detection accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Although the standard was developed based on China’s initial target of a 0.1% limit, it does not set a single, uniform threshold. Instead, it allows individual countries to determine their own regulations according to local conditions. As the world's largest toy producer and exporter, China plays a central role in the global toy market. Experts estimate that more than 70% of the world's toys are made in China, with products sold in over 100 countries. In 2013, there were nearly 6,000 large-scale toy manufacturing enterprises in China, with the total export value reaching $12.38 billion. Guangdong alone accounted for two-thirds of that volume.
Despite its dominant position, Chinese toy manufacturers have long operated under foreign standards, often at a disadvantage in terms of technology, quality control, and standard-setting. The 2007–2008 toy recalls highlighted the risks of being out of control in the international market. However, the development of the ISO 8124-6 standard marks a turning point. It represents a major breakthrough in China's efforts to establish itself as a leader in global toy safety standards. Not only does it fill a gap in the ISO framework for the Chinese toy industry, but it also gives China a stronger voice on the international stage.
This achievement is a crucial step in China's journey from a leading toy manufacturer to a key player in shaping global standards. It reflects the growing confidence and ambition of the Chinese toy industry to take a more active role in international regulation and ensure safer, higher-quality products for consumers worldwide.
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