GB26387-2011
Safety of toys - Experimental sets for chemistry and related activities
玩具安全 化学及类似活动的实验玩具
GB 26387-2011 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Safety of toys - Experimental sets for chemistry and related activities. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Sep 15, 2011.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to chemistry experimental sets and their supplementary sets designed for children. It specifies the requirements for chemical substances, preparations, equipment, and labeling used in these toys. It is mandatory for all manufacturers of chemical and related activity experimental toys entering the Chinese market. The standard is intended to be used in conjunction with the GB 6675 series and GB 19865 for electric toys.
Technical requirements
The standard strictly regulates the use of chemical substances and preparations in experimental toys. Only specific substances listed in the standard's tables are permitted, with strict maximum quantity limits per toy set. Manufacturers must ensure that no prohibited substances are included with the toy. Certain reagents, such as denatured methylated spirits, are allowed for use but must not be provided with the toy itself. Requirements for experimental equipment are detailed to ensure child safety. This includes specifications for test tubes and glassware, where heat-resistant borosilicate glass is mandated for heating applications. Containers must be distinguishable from test glassware to prevent misuse. Additionally, mechanical pipettes must be provided, as mouth-operated pipettes are strictly prohibited. The standard outlines comprehensive labeling and marking requirements for both individual containers and outer packaging. This includes hazard symbols according to GB 13690 and specific warning statements indicating the toy is for children over 10 years old under adult supervision. Manufacturers must provide a detailed contents list with first-aid information and comprehensive user instructions.
Testing methods
The standard specifies several key testing methods to verify compliance. This includes a density determination method to identify borosilicate glass (Annex A). For child-resistant packaging, specific tests evaluate the opening force and torque required for container caps (Annex B). Additionally, impact resistance tests are mandated for reagent containers and protective eyewear, referencing methods from GB 6675.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 26387-2011?
GB 26387-2011 regulates chemistry experimental sets and related activity toys containing chemical substances or preparations, including supplementary sets used with the main chemistry set.
Is GB 26387-2011 a mandatory standard?
Yes, all technical content within GB 26387-2011 is mandatory for relevant products sold in the Chinese market.
How does GB 26387-2011 relate to international standards?
The standard is modified adopted from BS EN 71-4:2007, with key technical differences in hazard symbols, labeling requirements, and impact testing methods for eye protectors.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 26387-2011. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 26387-2011 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- Y57
- ICS
- 97.200.50
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology