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New EU Rules to Ban Harmful Substances in Toys

Published December 28, 2025, 16:01
New EU Rules to Ban Harmful Substances in Toys

The European Union is preparing to implement new regulations for toy safety on January 1, 2026. These regulations aim to enhance the protection of children from harmful chemicals found in toys and improve the enforcement of existing EU rules. A key element of the new regulations is the ban of substances identified as dangerous, such as those that disrupt hormones, damage lungs, cause allergies, or negatively affect specific organs. The ban also covers per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and bisphenols, which have been linked to various health problems. In addition, the new rules strengthen the existing ban on substances that can cause cancer, genetic damage, or reproductive harm. To effectively enforce the regulations, digital tools will be used. All toys available on the EU market will be required to have a digital product passport containing information on safety and compliance. Consumers will be able to access this information electronically via a QR code or other data storage medium. Customs authorities will be able to check the product passport for toys sold online and imported into the EU. The application of the new regulations will begin on August 1, 2030. Overall, the new regulations represent a significant step towards protecting children's health and ensuring the safety of toys available on the EU market.