EN71 vs ASTM Standards for Balloons Explained

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EN 71 and ASTM testing for balloons is of the utmost importance; only balloons that have passed laboratory testing may be sold in compliance with regulations.

The NiuN brand latex balloons and custom printed balloons manufactured by China's Borun Latex Balloon Factory have all passed comprehensive EN71 and ASTM testing and are compliant for sale in any country or market worldwide.

Balloon Inspection Report

What EN 71 test requirements must balloons meet?

EN 71 is a comprehensive set of standards established by the European Union for toy safety. It must be accompanied by CE certification and applies to all balloons and children’s products entering the EU market.

Inspection items	Detection direction	Detection items	Detection purpose
EN71-1	Mechanical and physical properties	The safety performance of balloons	1. Are the balloons prone to bursting into small pieces (to prevent accidental ingestion)? 2. Is the balloon thickness safe? 3. Is there a risk of choking (especially for children under 8)
EN71-2	Flammability	Material stability	1. Is the balloon material flammable? 2. Does it burn quickly?
EN71-3	Heavy metal components	Pb、Cd、Hg、Cr	To prevent adverse effects on physical health
EN71-12	Detection of carcinogens	Nitrosamines、Nitrosatable substances	Preventing cancer risks (Nitrosamines ≤ 0.05 mg/kg, Nitrosatable substances ≤ 1 mg/kg)

Products typically pass EN71-1 and EN71-2 testing with ease.

However, if your product is a custom-printed balloon, the best way to ensure it meets EN71-3 requirements is to use eco-friendly inks during the printing process. This helps reduce odors and minimize heavy metal content generated during production.

EN71-12 is the most challenging aspect of balloon production; only latex balloons that meet this standard can be sold in global markets without any restrictions.

What ASTM test requirements must balloons meet?

ASTM is a mandatory testing and certification requirement for the legal sale of balloons in the U.S. market. It is established by ASTM International, and the standard is titled ASTM F963 (Toy Safety Standard).

Inspection items	Detection direction	Detection items
ASTM	Physical and Mechanical Testing	1. Balloon tensile strength 2. Burst risk 3. Small parts testing
	Flammability	Does it burn quickly
	Heavy metal content	Pb、Cd、Hg、Cr
	Nitrosamines	Stricter chemical safety controls apply to children's products, and laboratories must be CPSC-accredited.

FAQ

Are your balloons CPSIA-compliant for the U.S. market?

Yes, all balloons produced by China Borun Balloon Factory have passed CPSIA testing for the U.S. market.

How do you control heavy metals in printed balloons?

We use eco-friendly printing inks, and the heavy metal content in our balloon production materials is well below international standards.

Can you provide EN71 test reports for custom balloons?

Of course. We provide EN71 test reports for all NiuN brand balloon distributors to ensure you can sell them smoothly in any region worldwide.

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