Logistics services and toys

Toys are essential for the proper development of children. Thanks to them, kids develop creativity, imagination and logical thinking, socialize, and get to know the world around them.

However, before reaching the store shelves and making them available for children to play, toys must not only be manufactured to all safety standards, but must also be packaged, stored, and transported properly.

Safety standards that must be met by toys in order to be sold within the EU

Toys are complex to manufacture as they are intended for children from 0 to 14 years of age and must meet certain safety and quality criteria.

To ensure the safety of children during play, manufacturers not only carry out rigorous technical controls but also subject each toy to a series of tests to ensure that the product they are offering is completely safe for children.

We will not discuss the different types of tests that each toy group goes through, but just point out the fact that it is impossible to sell non-CE-certified toys in the EU that have failed the EN 71-1 test.

Labelling and packaging of toys

Depending on the material, construction, and other features, toys are packaged differently. Children's products such as strollers, car seats, technical toys (puzzles, constructors, etc.), walkers, swings, dolls, board games, etc. are individually packaged and placed in individual boxes. For soft toys, rattles, and other small toys, they are also packaged individually but put in specific pieces in one box.

It is compulsory for every toy to have a label, and labelling should not interfere with the appearance of the toy. The name and address of the manufacturer, the trade mark, and the CE safety certificate should be affixed to the label.

The outer packaging should also have a label stating the above-mentioned parameters plus the name of the toy, what age it is intended for, date of manufacture, quality control marking, and number of toys in the pack or box.

It is also compulsory for the toys to be accompanied by a detailed description of their use in the language of the country in which they will be offered for sale (in this case the toy description must also be in Bulgarian).

Storage of toys before transportation

After leaving the production line, the toys are stored in dry, well-ventilated enclosures at an average air temperature of 10-20 degrees Celsius, and at a relative humidity of 65%.

Manufacturers are required to comply with all health and safety standards and the type of toy storage and fire safety requirements. The storage regime for toys (temperature, humidity, and lighting) must comply with the standards and conditions for storage of toys contained in the regulatory documents.

The storage of different types of toys requires different regulations. For example, soft, colourful toys should be stored in conditions that do not allow the colours of the toys to fade, plastic toys, board games, rubber, wooden toys and others of this type should be stacked on shelves, in a dry and ventilated place and away from lighting fixtures that could cause air dryness or fire.

Toy logistics

Logistics services for toys can be provided by land, air, and water. Manufacturers may also use their own transport, use the services of a specialized transport company, or a freight forwarding company.

However, no matter which mode of transportation they choose, the safety and storage standards for toys must be respected.

Typically, baby items are stacked in suitable containers that are sealed before being placed in the truck, cargo area of the aircraft, or ship.

In the documentation, the manufacturer must indicate the type of toys, their number, and provide all necessary documents indicating that the children's products have the necessary safety and quality certificates and can be sold in the EU, and indicate the name and address of the importer.

If the toys are intended for a country other than the country of manufacture, other documents necessary for the customs clearance of the consignment must be prepared.

Transportation to the point of sale and storage

Transportation to the site to be resold is subject to strict control and compliance with all storage rules. Once delivered to the seller, he is obliged to inspect them and store them in suitable storage facilities before placing them on the store shelves.

Before displaying toys in the store, the seller must make sure that the integrity of the toy packaging is not compromised in any way.

Before the sale, it is recommended that the toy selected by the user is unpacked in front of the user so that it can be inspected for any damage.

How does Zizito take care of the safe transportation of baby products that they produce to retail outlets?

Zizito is one of the leading Swiss companies that has established itself in the European market as a manufacturer of high quality baby products and toys.

The popularity of the company is due not only to the extremely large range of high quality toys and articles they offer, but also to the rigorous control measures in which they carry out the logistics of toys.

Stages of storage and transportation measures through which children’s products pass are started in the production facilities of the company.

Quality control of toys

Before leaving the production line, the toys undergo both mandatory and additional safety tests. Thus, the company is absolutely sure that the items they offer are of high quality and completely safe for use. Toys which allow direct labelling (strollers, chairs, soft toys, dolls, etc., etc.) are marked with a CE certificate, indicating the brand, toy name, manufacturer, address, of what age group they are intended for. In toys such as constructors, toys with very small elements, rubber toys and others of this kind, where direct labelling is impossible, the labels are affixed to the outer, plastic packaging.

All items intended for children are accompanied by a description of the product and its use in several languages, including the language for which the consignment is intended.

Control of packaging

Toys are packaged according to all requirements, depending on the type of toy. The items are packaged in plastic, transparent bags of 0.00150 inch to 0.00 125 inch thick, and sealed tightly, after which the toys are arranged individually or in individual pieces in cartons.

To make sure that the cardboard boxes in which the toys will be transported are healthy, Zizito tests the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of the packaging they use. (International standards and tests for packaging materials are ISTA, ATEM D4169, GB / T4857 and others).

Storage

Quality control experts check each batch of toys and ensure that it is stored properly in storage facilities. Humidity, temperature, and lighting at toy storage facilities are monitored daily.

The batches also undergo a visual inspection to determine whether the integrity of the packaging has been compromised in any way.

Transportation

When ordering the purchase of Zizito children's articles, the company prepares all the necessary documents for transportation and prepares the shipment for export. They use their own transport and logistics companies to transport their products.

When loading the goods, the experts again monitor the proper arrangement of the containers, take into account the heat and humidity in the transport premises, and after all the checks have been carried out and the documentation is completely correct, the toys are taken to shops and millions of children worldwide.

Why is it so important that toys are not only manufactured to all safety and quality standards, but also stored and transported safely and properly?

In the beginning we mentioned that toys are very important for the proper development of children. Especially in the early years of their lives, toys become their best friends and little ones almost never part with their favourite warriors, rubber animals, dolls, or stuffed plush toys.

The little boys play and have fun with toys all the time. They touch them, put them in their mouths, try to "test" them to see what happens. They wake up and fall asleep with them.

This is why toy safety standards are so important and are so closely monitored by inspection bodies.

But what if baby products were manufactured by manufacturers in accordance with all applicable standards but not stored and transported safely?

If the toys were stored in inappropriate, humid rooms or if safety rules were not observed during transportation, the toys could not only be damaged but also become dangerous to the health of children.

Not only the children, but also the merchants, will suffer from the broken integrity of the toys, since parents who find a torn, damp or crushed package are unlikely to buy the toy even if it is very much desired by the child.

There are hardly any parents who will not look at a toy and check whether it has the necessary certificates and description in the appropriate language, and who would buy the child's item without being fully sure that the quality of the product is of a high standard and does not pose a risk to their child.

Toys are essential for the proper development of children. Thanks to them, pupils develop creativity, imagination and logical thinking, socialize and get to know the world around them.

However, before reaching the store shelves and making them available for children to play, toys must not only be manufactured to all safety standards, but must also be packaged, stored and transported properly.

Safety standards that must be met by toys in order to be sold within the EU

Toys are complex to manufacture products as they are intended for children from 0 to 14 years of age and must meet certain safety and quality criteria.

To ensure the safety of children during play, manufacturers not only carry out rigorous technical controls but also subject each toy to a series of tests to ensure that the product they are offering is completely safe for children.

We will not pay particular attention to the different types of tests that each toy group goes through, but it will be noted that it is impossible to sell non- CE-certified toys in the EU that have failed the EN 71-1 test and its adjacent parts.

Labeling and packaging of toys

Depending on the material, construction and other features, toys are packaged differently. Children's products such as strollers, car seats, technical toys (puzzles, constructors, etc.), walkers, swings, dolls, board games, etc. are individually packaged and placed in individual boxes, while soft toys, rattles, small toys they are also packaged individually but put in specific pieces in one box.

It is compulsory for every toy to have a label, and labeling should not interfere with the appearance of the toy. The name and address of the manufacturer, the trade mark and the CE safety certificate shall be affixed to the label.

The outer packaging also has a label stating the above-mentioned parameters plus the name of the toy, what age it is intended for, date of manufacture, quality control marking, and number of toys in the pack or box.

It is also compulsory for the toys to be accompanied by a detailed description of their use in the language of the country in which they will be offered for sale (in this case the toy description must also be in Bulgarian).

Storage of toys before transportation

After leaving the production line, the toys are stored in dry, well-ventilated enclosures at an average air temperature of 10 - 20 degrees Celsius and at a relative humidity of 65%.

Manufacturers are required to comply with all health and safety standards and the type of toy storage and fire safety requirements. The storage regime for toys (temperature, humidity, and lighting) must comply with the standards and conditions for storage of toys contained in the regulatory documents.

The storage of different types of toys requires different regulation. For example, soft, colorful toys should be stored in conditions that do not allow the colors of the toys to fade, plastic toys, board games, rubber, wooden toys and others of this type should be stacked on shelves, in a dry and ventilated place and away from lighting fixtures that could cause air dryness or fire.

Toy logistics

Logistics services for toys can be provided by land, air and water. Manufacturers may also use their own transport, use the services of a specialized transport company or a freight forwarding company.

However, no matter which mode of transportation they choose, the safety and storage standards for toys must be respected.

Typically, baby items are stacked in suitable containers that are sealed and sealed before being placed in the truck, cargo area of the aircraft or ship.

In the documentation, the manufacturer must indicate the type of toys, their number, and provide all necessary documents indicating that the children's products have the necessary safety and quality certificates and can be sold in the EU, indicate the name and address of the importer, and so on.

If the toys are intended for a country other than the country of manufacture, other documents necessary for the customs clearance of the consignment must be prepared.

Transportation to the point of sale and storage

Transportation to the site to be resold is subject to strict control and compliance with all storage rules. Once delivered to the seller, he is obliged to inspect them and store them in suitable storage facilities before placing them on the store shelves.

Before displaying toys in the store, the seller must make sure that the integrity of the toy packaging is not compromised in any way.

Before the sale, it is recommended that the toy selected by the user is unpacked in front of the user so that it can be inspected for any damage.

 

How does Zizito take care of the safe transportation of baby products that they produce to retail outlets?

Zizito is one of the leading Swiss companies that has established itself in the European market as a manufacturer of high quality baby products and toys.

The popularity of the company is due not only to the extremely large range of high quality toys and articles they offer, but also to the rigorous and rigorous controls in which they carry out the logistics of toys.

Stages of storage and transportation through which products intended for small people pass are already started in the production facilities of the company.

Quality control of toys

Before leaving the production line, the toys undergo both mandatory and additional safety tests. Thus, the company is absolutely sure that the items they offer are of high quality and completely safe for use and games. Toys which allow direct labeling (strollers, chairs, soft toys, dolls, etc., etc.) are marked with a CE certificate, indicating the brand, toy name, manufacturer, address and children of what age group are intended . Toys such as constructors, toys with very small elements, rubber toys and others of this kind, where direct labeling is impossible, the labels shall be affixed to the outer, plastic packaging.

All items intended for children are accompanied by a description of the product and its use in several languages, including the language for which the consignment is intended.

Control of packaging

Toys are packaged according to all requirements, depending on the type of toy. The items are packaged in plastic, transparent bags of 0.00150 inch to 0.00 125 inch thick, sealed tightly, after which the toys are arranged individually or in individual pieces in cartons.

To make sure that the cardboard boxes in which the toys will be transported are healthy, Zizito tests the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of the packaging they use. (International standards and tests for packaging materials are ISTA, ATEM D4169, GB / T4857 and others).

Storage

Quality control experts check each batch of toys and ensure that it is stored properly in storage facilities. Humidity, temperature and lighting at toy storage facilities are monitored daily.

The batches also undergo a visual inspection to determine whether the integrity of the packaging has been compromised in any way.

Transportation

When ordering the purchase of Zizito children's articles, the company prepares all the necessary documents for transportation and prepares the shipment for export. They use their own transport and logistics companies to transport their products.

When loading the goods, the experts again monitor the proper arrangement of the containers, take into account the heat and humidity in the transport premises, and after all the checks have been carried out and the documentation is completely correct, the toys are taken to shops and millions of children worldwide.

Why is it so important that toys are not only manufactured to all safety and quality standards, but also stored and transported safely and properly?

In the beginning we mentioned that toys are very important for the proper development of children. Especially in the early years of their lives, they are some of their best friends and little ones almost never part with their favorite warriors, rubber animals, dolls or stuffed plush toys.

The little boys play and have fun with toys all the time. They touch them, put them in their mouths, try to "test" them to see what happens. They wake up and fall asleep with them.

This is why toy safety standards are so important and are so closely monitored by inspection bodies.

But what if baby products were manufactured by manufacturers in accordance with all applicable standards but not stored and transported safely?

You can also imagine that if the toys were stored in inappropriate, humid rooms or if safety rules were not observed during transportation, the toys could not only be damaged but also become dangerous to the health of children.

Not only the munitions, but also the merchants, will suffer from the broken integrity of the toys, as a parent is unlikely to find a torn, damp or crushed package and buy the toy even if it is very much desired by the child.

It would be difficult to find a parent who will not look at the type of toy and whether it has the necessary certificates and description in the appropriate language and would buy the child's item without being fully sure that the quality of the product is of a high standard and does not pose a risk to the toy.