INEN Implements Regulation to Ensure Toy Safety in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian Institute of Standardization (INEN) has implemented Technical Regulation 089, "Toy Safety," to improve the safety of toys in the country. This regulation applies to all new toys, both locally manufactured and imported, intended for children under the age of 14.

RTE INEN 089 sets strict guidelines to ensure that toys meet essential safety requirements, focusing on mechanical and physical properties, flammability and migration of certain elements. The regulation requires clear and accurate labelling, including product name, manufacturer and importer details, country of origin and safety warnings.

This initiative aims to protect children from potential hazards associated with substandard or unsafe toys and to prevent misleading practices. The regulation is in line with international standards such as NTE INEN-ISO 8124.

By adhering to these guidelines, manufacturers and distributors will demonstrate their commitment to child safety and potentially gain greater consumer trust and market differentation.