How to ensure your stroller meets international safety standards

Introduction
Strollers are important tools for infants and young children to travel, and their safety is directly related to the health and life safety of children. With the growth of market demand and the diversification of product design, ensuring that strollers meet international safety standards has become the focus of industry attention. This article will introduce the main international safety standards and their requirements in detail, and explore how to ensure that strollers meet these standards during the design, manufacturing, testing and certification process.

Overview of International Safety Standards
ISO 31110:2020 Standard
ISO 31110:2020 is an international standard that specifies the design, manufacturing, performance and safety requirements, as well as test methods for wheeled strollers (including strollers and buggies). The standard emphasizes the following points:
Design requirements: The design of the stroller should ensure the safety, comfort and convenience of the child. For example, the seat should fit the child's body shape and provide adequate support, and the wheels should be smooth and without sharp edges.
Manufacturing quality: Manufacturers need to provide evidence that their manufacturing process complies with regulations, including material quality, manufacturing process control and assembly accuracy.
Performance requirements: The stroller's mobility, stability, brake system, folding and unfolding convenience, etc. must meet the standards.
Safety requirements: The stroller must meet electrical safety, fire protection, fall protection and other requirements, and provide adequate warnings and instructions.
Test methods: The standard details how to test design, manufacturing quality, performance and safety.

ASTM F833-19 Standard (USA)
The US ASTM F833-19 standard imposes strict requirements on the design and production of baby strollers, including:
Stability: The stroller must have sufficient stability to prevent tipping over or tipping over.
Braking system: The brake system must be reliable to ensure that the stroller can stop stably on the ramp.
Locking mechanism: The folding mechanism of the stroller must have a reliable locking device.
Material restrictions: The paint and accessible parts of the stroller must comply with lead content and phthalate limits.
Labeling requirements: The product must be marked with durability and testing information, including tracking labels and registration cards.

EN 1888-1:2018 Standard (EU)
The EU's EN 1888-1:2018 standard ensures the safety of strollers and pushchairs in terms of structure, materials, design and use, including:
Structural strength: strollers must have sufficient structural strength to withstand the pressure and impact of long-term use.
Braking performance: the braking system must remain reliable under various environmental conditions.
Anti-tipping ability: strollers must have good anti-tipping ability, especially on uneven surfaces.
Material safety: stroller materials must meet environmental and health requirements.

GB 14748-2006 Standard (China)
China's GB 14748-2006 standard specifies safety requirements for child strollers, such as mechanical and physical properties, migratable elements, and combustion performance, including:
Material quality: stroller materials must meet quality requirements and avoid using materials containing heavy metals.
Structural strength: strollers must have sufficient load-bearing capacity and durability.
Braking system: The braking system must be reliable to ensure that the stroller does not slide on the ramp.
Safety locking device: The folding mechanism of the stroller must have a reliable locking device.
How to ensure that the stroller meets international safety standards
Design phase
Compliance with standards: During the design phase, manufacturers must strictly follow international safety standards to ensure that the design of the stroller meets all requirements.
User needs analysis: Consider the needs of children of different ages to ensure that the design of the stroller can meet safety requirements and provide a comfortable use experience.
Manufacturing phase
Material selection: Select materials that meet environmental and health requirements, and avoid using materials containing heavy metals or harmful chemicals.
Manufacturing process control: Ensure that the manufacturing process meets standards, including material quality control, assembly accuracy and process consistency.
Testing phase
Laboratory testing: Mechanical performance tests are performed using standardized equipment, including tilt tests, drop tests and impact tests to ensure the stability and durability of the stroller.
Dynamic testing: Test the stability and handling of the stroller in a real environment, such as testing anti-skid ability and braking effect on slippery surfaces.
User experience testing: Collect consumer feedback to ensure that the stroller meets safety and comfort requirements in actual use.

Certification stage
CPC certification (US): Ensure that the product meets the requirements of US federal regulations and provide a CPC certificate containing product description, manufacturer information and third-party test results.
ISO certification (International): Pass ISO 31110:2020 certification to ensure that the product meets international safety standards.
EN certification (EU): Pass EN 1888-1:2018 certification to ensure that the product meets EU safety requirements.
Consumer purchase guide
Check certification marks: Make sure the product has relevant certification marks such as CPC, ISO or EN certification when purchasing.
Check materials and workmanship: Make sure that the materials of the stroller are non-toxic and harmless, and the manufacturing process is fine.
Test performance: Test the stroller's brake system, folding mechanism and stability before purchase to ensure that it meets safety requirements.

Conclusion
It is the joint responsibility of manufacturers and consumers to ensure that the stroller meets international safety standards. By following the design, manufacturing, testing and certification process, the safety and reliability of strollers can be effectively improved, providing safer travel for children. In the future, with the advancement of technology and the continuous improvement of standards, the stroller industry will develop in a safer and more comfortable direction.