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Toys → France

Requires CE + French EPR (packaging/electronics/furniture) + Triman logo + French VAT

Lead time 4-8 weeks
Cost range €2,000-7,000
HS code 9503
Duty rate 4.7%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 34436-2023 GB/T 玩具材料中甲酰胺的测定 高效液相色谱-质谱法 2023
GB/T 19212.8-2012 GB/T 电力变压器、电源、电抗器和类似产品的安全 第8部分:玩具用变压器和电源的特殊要求和试验 2012
GB/T 26710-2011 GB/T 玩具安全 年龄警告图标 2011
GB/T 27708-2011 GB/T 充气玩具通用技术要求 2011
GB/T 26193-2010 GB/T 玩具材料中可迁移元素锑、砷、钡、镉、铬、铅、汞、硒的测定 电感耦合等离子体质谱法 2011
GB/T 26175-2010 GB/T 弹射玩具动能测试方法 2011
GB/T 27730-2011 GB/T 玩具产品中富马酸二甲酯含量的测定 气相色谱-质谱联用(GC-MS)法 2011
GB/T 22753-2008 GB/T 玩具表面涂层技术条件 2008

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
CE certification Mandatory when EU directives apply Required
French EPR packaging Citeo registration required Required
French EPR electronics Ecosystem registration required Conditional
Triman logo French recycling logo, mandatory since 2022 Required
French VAT FR tax ID registration required Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is the Triman logo mandatory?
Yes. Mandatory in France since 2022; missing it leads to delisting.
How many types of French EPR are there?
Packaging, electronics, furniture and textiles are registered separately.
French labeling requirements?
Product instructions, warnings and ingredients must be in French.
What is the French VAT rate?
Standard 20%; reduced rates for food/books.
Is CE valid in France?
Yes. France is an EU member, so CE applies.

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Full compliance report

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