SNI Standards for Children’s Toys: Safety Requirements and Applicable Regulations
- TataHub Team
- Jan 2
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 3
Children’s toys distributed in Indonesia are subject to a comprehensive set of safety standards under the Indonesian National Standard (SNI) framework. These standards are not limited to a single regulation, but consist of multiple technical standards that address different types of risks, ranging from physical injury and fire hazards to chemical exposure and electrical safety.
Understanding which SNI standards apply to a specific toy is essential for manufacturers, importers, and brand owners to ensure regulatory compliance and avoid delays, rejections, or enforcement actions. This article explains the key SNI standards applicable to children’s toys in Indonesia and the scope of each standard.
Overview of SNI Standards for Children’s Toys
Mandatory SNI compliance for children’s toys is based on the characteristics of the product, including its function, materials, age grading, and method of use. Not all toys are tested against all standards. Instead, the applicable SNI standards are determined by the nature of the tOverview of SNI Standards for Children’s Toysoy and its potential safety risks.
The main standards used for children’s toys include:
SNI ISO 8124-1:2010 – Physical and mechanical properties
SNI ISO 8124-2:2010 – Flammability
SNI ISO 8124-3:2010 – Migration of certain elements
SNI ISO 8124-4:2010 – Activity toys
SNI IEC 62115:2011 – Electric toys
SNI 7617:2010 – Textile safety requirements
EN 71-5 – Chemical toys (sets)
Each of these standards focuses on specific safety aspects and is applied selectively based on product classification.
SNI ISO 8124-1:2010 – Physical and Mechanical Safety
SNI ISO 8124-1:2010 addresses safety aspects related to the physical and mechanical properties of children’s toys. This standard applies to toys at the time of initial consumer receipt and after they have been subjected to normal use and foreseeable misuse.
The requirements cover structural characteristics such as shape, size, contours, spacing, and strength. Testing focuses on hazards including small detachable parts that may cause choking, sharp points or edges, hinge gaps, and mechanical stability. Certain toy categories are also subject to additional criteria, such as limits on kinetic energy for projectiles and stability requirements for ride-on toys.
This standard forms the foundation of toy safety testing and is one of the most frequently applied standards in the SNI certification process.
SNI ISO 8124-2:2010 – Flammability Requirements
SNI ISO 8124-2:2010 regulates the flammability characteristics of toys. It specifies materials that are prohibited due to high flammability and defines acceptable burning behavior when toys are exposed to a small ignition source.
This standard is particularly relevant for toys made of textile materials, plush toys, costumes, and toys with foam or fur components. Compliance ensures that toys do not pose a fire risk during normal use or foreseeable exposure to ignition sources.
SNI ISO 8124-3:2010 – Migration of Certain Elements
SNI ISO 8124-3:2010 sets limits on the migration of certain hazardous elements from toy materials and components. The regulated elements include antimony, arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, and selenium.
The standard specifies sampling, extraction, and testing methods to assess whether these elements may migrate from materials such as paints, plastics, metals, or coatings. This requirement is critical for protecting children from chemical exposure through contact, ingestion, or mouthing of toy components.
SNI ISO 8124-4:2010 – Activity Toys
SNI ISO 8124-4:2010 applies to activity toys designed to support the weight of one or more children and intended for use inside or outside residential areas. Covered products include swings, slides, seesaws, carousels, climbing frames, baby swings, and similar equipment.
The standard establishes requirements and test methods related to structural integrity, stability, strength, and safety during use. Due to the size and load-bearing nature of these products, testing under this standard often involves higher technical complexity.
SNI IEC 62115:2011 – Electric Toys Safety
SNI IEC 62115:2011 governs the safety of toys that incorporate electrical components. This includes toys powered by batteries, electric motors, or external power supplies.
The standard focuses on electrical safety risks such as overheating, short circuits, insulation failure, and protection against electric shock. Compliance is essential for toys such as remote-controlled vehicles, electronic learning toys, and other battery-operated products.
SNI 7617:2010 – Textile Safety for Children’s Products
SNI 7617:2010 specifies safety requirements for textiles used in baby and children’s products. It regulates the presence of azo dyes, formaldehyde content, and extractable metal levels in textile materials.
This standard applies to toys that contain fabric components, particularly those intended for close contact with the skin, such as plush toys, soft dolls, and fabric-based activity toys.
EN 71-5 – Chemical Toys (Sets)
EN 71-5 establishes safety requirements for chemical toys and chemical toy sets other than experimental sets. These include products such as slime kits, paint sets, craft kits, and other toys containing chemical substances or mixtures.
The standard addresses substances classified as hazardous under applicable laws, as well as substances that may pose health risks if present in excessive quantities. Although EN 71-5 originates from European standards, it is used as a reference for chemical toy safety requirements within the SNI framework.
Conclusion
SNI standards for children’s toys in Indonesia cover a wide range of safety risks, including physical, mechanical, flammability, chemical, electrical, and textile-related hazards. Compliance requires a clear understanding of which standards apply to each product based on its design, materials, and intended use.
By identifying applicable SNI standards early in the product development or importation process, businesses can reduce compliance risks, streamline certification, and ensure that their products meet Indonesia’s mandatory safety requirements.
Contributor: Irwan Mardiansyah
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