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ECHA takes on new tasks to strengthen toy safety

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07 January 2026

ECHA takes on new tasks to strengthen toy safety

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The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) will assess chemical safety in toys, process companies’ derogation requests to use prohibited chemicals and provide scientific recommendations through its expert committees. These responsibilities come from the new Toy Safety Regulation, which entered into force on 1 January. 

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ECHA will work closely with the European Commission (EC) to implement the Toy Safety Regulation by:

  • Conducting safety assessments on chemical substances in toys, at the request of the European Commission, with expert opinions by the Committee for Risk Assessment (RAC); and
  • Evaluating derogation requests from companies seeking permission to use prohibited chemicals, with assessments by both RAC and the Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC).

Through this work, ECHA will contribute to ensuring that toys sold in the EU are safe for children.

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