New safety regulations for infant clothing ropes and straps! GB 31701 Standard requirements are clearly defined
In recent years, the safety of infant clothing has attracted much attention, especially the improper design of ropes and straps may lead to the risk of suffocation. In order to ensure the health and safety of infants and young children, the National Standardization Management Committee has issued the latest revised "Technical Specifications for Safety of Infants and Young Children and Children's Textile Products" (GB 31701-2024), which puts forward stricter requirements for clothing ropes and straps. This article will combine the hot contents of the entire network for the past 10 days to interpret the changes in the new regulations and the impact of the industry in detail.
1. Core changes in the new regulations: Upgraded safety requirements for ropes and straps
The GB 31701-2024 standard makes clear provisions on the rope design for clothing for children aged 0-14, focusing on limiting the length and fixing methods of rope belts in key parts such as neck, waist and hem. The following is a comparison of the old and new standards:
| project | Old Standard (GB 31701-2015) | New Standard (GB 31701-2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Neck strap | No free end allowed | Completely prohibited (including functional rope straps) |
| Waist strap | Free end length ≤75mm | Free end length ≤36mm and needs to be fixed |
| Hem rope belt | No clear restrictions | Exposed length ≤36mm |
| Decorative rope belt | Not specified separately | Functional rope camouflage is prohibited |
2. Industry response and consumer concerns
After the new regulations were released, the number of discussions on related topics across the network increased by 210% month-on-month, with the main focus on:
1.Brand rectification situation: Top children's clothing brands such as Balabara and Anel have announced the recall of products that do not comply with the new regulations, and e-commerce platforms have simultaneously removed illegal products.
2.Consumer misunderstanding: The survey shows that 68% of parents still believe that "stringed hoodies are warmer", and experts emphasize that alternative designs such as snaps and Velcro should be preferred.
3.Testing technology upgrade: The new regulations introduce three-dimensional scanning measurement method, and the rope length error requires shrinking from ±2mm to ±0.5mm.
3. Safe purchase guide
According to the requirements of the new regulations, it is recommended that parents pay attention to the following points when purchasing:
| Inspection location | Safety features | Red flags |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | No rope design | Drawstrings, laces |
| cuff | Elastic closing or flat seam | Exposed rope strap>36mm |
| Pants feet | Reverse design or short velvet edge collection | Adjustable drawstring |
4. Corporate response strategies
1.Design end: It is recommended to use removable accessories instead of fixed ropes and straps. For example, the magnetic windproof plate design developed by a certain brand has won praise from the market.
2.Production end: The sewing process needs to be updated, and the reinforcement treatment of the fixing parts of the rope and belt should be strengthened to avoid loosening after washing.
3.Detection end: Enterprise self-inspection should add "string tension test" to simulate the risk of shedding under the 20N force of children.
V. Comparison of international standards
The degree of alignment between my country's new regulations and European and American standards has been significantly improved, but there are still differentiated requirements:
| standard | Neck requirements | Waist requirements | Applicable age |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB 31701-2024 | Completely prohibited | ≤36mm | 0-14 years old |
| EN 14682:2014 | Free end is prohibited | ≤75mm | 0-14 years old |
| CPSC 11-07 | Functional straps are prohibited | ≤75mm | 0-12 years old |
The new regulations will be officially implemented on December 1, 2024, and the sales of products that meet old standards produced before June 1, 2024 will be allowed during the transition period. It is recommended that manufacturers complete technical upgrades as soon as possible, consumers should recognize the latest standard logos when purchasing, and jointly protect the safety of infants and young children's clothing.
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