About
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Secretariat: DS (Denmark)
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Chairperson (until end 2027):Ms Line Ehlert Thomsen
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ISO Technical Programme Manager [TPM]:ISO Editorial Manager [EM]:
- Creation date: 1980
Scope
Standardization of toys with respect to safety relating to their mechanical, physical, chemical and flammable properties.
Excluded:
- all electrical aspects which are dealt with by IEC.
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ISO/TC 181 in the news
Keeping kids free from harm is the effect of ISO’s widely used International Standard for toy safety. And it has just been updated to ensure it covers all bases.
Toys are the treasures of childhood. But if you’re not careful, toys can be hazardous, too. Knowing what dangers are linked with certain toys and age groups can help parents better protect their children …
Mattel, the world’s largest toy maker, has been faced with some rough challenges due to safety scandals revolving around toy design and manufacturing in China. During August 2007 Mattel was forced to recall …