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Three aspects of children's furniture spot checks
In recent years, children's furniture has become increasingly popular among parents due to its vibrant and elegant design. However, quality issues have emerged as a hidden threat to children’s health. Incidents such as the "quality door" problem in children’s furniture are not uncommon, and safety concerns have become the most critical risk associated with this type of product.
To address these issues, the first national standard for children’s furniture, GB 28007-2011 “General Technical Conditions for Children’s Furniture,†was officially implemented on August 1, 2012. This standard outlines general requirements, safety specifications, and warning labels. The inclusion of mandatory safety and warning regulations ensures that children can grow up in a safer and more environmentally friendly living environment.
One year after the implementation of GB 28007-2011, how well have manufacturers adhered to this standard? Have the safety and environmental standards of children’s furniture been effectively guaranteed? In 2013, children’s furniture was included in the national quality spot check for the first time, making it a top priority for quality control. The inspection focused on several key areas, including:
**1. Safety-Related Items:**
- Products should not have dangerous sharp edges or points. Edges and corners must be rounded or chamfered, and no sharp protrusions should be present.
- All high tables and cabinets over 600mm in height must include connectors for securing the furniture to the wall, along with clear installation instructions.
- If a product has an enclosed space larger than 0.03m³ and internal dimensions greater than or equal to 150mm, it must have a properly designed vent and no automatic locking mechanism. The opening force should not exceed 45N.
- For products requiring assembly, swivel chairs with adjustable features or lift mechanisms must include clear safety warnings such as “Warning†or “Caution,†with font size no smaller than No. 4 bold.
**2. Environmental Protection-Related Items:**
- The levels of toxic elements like antimony, arsenic, barium, cadmium, lead, chromium, mercury, and selenium on the surface must be within safe limits.
- Formaldehyde emissions from wooden furniture must comply with GB 18580-2001, which sets standards for formaldehyde emissions from wood-based panels and interior decoration materials. Free formaldehyde in textiles and leather must also be within acceptable limits.
- Textile fabrics and leather should not contain decomposable aromatic amines, and phthalates in plastic components must remain within regulated limits.
**3. Fire Resistance-Related Items:**
- Household soft furniture, such as mattresses and sofas, must meet the requirements of GB 17927.1-2011, which evaluates resistance to smoldering cigarettes.
- Upholstered furniture used in public spaces must conform to GB 17927.2, which assesses resistance to simulated match flames.
These measures reflect a growing awareness of the importance of child safety and environmental protection in the furniture industry. As consumers become more informed, the demand for high-quality, safe, and eco-friendly children’s furniture continues to rise. Manufacturers must keep pace with these expectations to maintain trust and ensure the well-being of young users.