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Toy Traceability in France

A practical guide to Toy Traceability for toys sold in France: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Each toy needs batch or serial traceability so it can be recalled if a safety issue appears; Online sellers shipping toys to consumers in France

Authority

DGCCRF

Legal basis

Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC

Local representative

An in-market responsible operator is required

Timeline

Before sale; testing usually takes two to six weeks

Cost

Testing costs vary by material, age group, and number of SKUs

If you do not comply

Withdrawal, recall, fines, and marketplace delisting

Who needs this

Each toy needs batch or serial traceability so it can be recalled if a safety issue appears
Online sellers shipping toys to consumers in France

Documents you need

Batch coding and traceability records
Safety test reports to the applicable toy standard
Age grading and warning documentation
Technical file and conformity declaration

Compliance checklist

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Batch coding and traceability records
Safety test reports to the applicable toy standard
Age grading and warning documentation
Technical file and conformity declaration

How to comply

Add batch codes and keep distribution records
Confirm the product is a toy under local rules
Test mechanical, chemical, and flammability properties
Prepare the technical file and declaration

Brief for your lab or agent

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Request: Toy Traceability — France
Product category: Toys
Authority: DGCCRF
Legal basis: Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC

Documents we already have:
  1. Batch coding and traceability records
  2. Safety test reports to the applicable toy standard
  3. Age grading and warning documentation
  4. Technical file and conformity declaration

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under Toy Traceability in France?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before sale; testing usually takes two to six weeks.

Testing costs vary by material, age group, and number of SKUs.

Common rejection reasons

No batch code on the product or packaging
Missing small-parts or choking hazard warnings
Age grading not supported by evidence
Phthalate or heavy metal limits exceeded

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.

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FAQ

Who needs Toy Traceability in France?

Each toy needs batch or serial traceability so it can be recalled if a safety issue appears Online sellers shipping toys to consumers in France.

What documents are required for Toy Traceability?

Batch coding and traceability records; Safety test reports to the applicable toy standard; Age grading and warning documentation; and technical file and conformity declaration.

What is the first step for Toy Traceability?

Add batch codes and keep distribution records. Before sale; testing usually takes two to six weeks.

How long does Toy Traceability take?

Before sale; testing usually takes two to six weeks.

How much does Toy Traceability cost?

Testing costs vary by material, age group, and number of SKUs.

What happens if I sell without it?

Withdrawal, recall, fines, and marketplace delisting.

Who regulates Toy Traceability in France?

DGCCRF.