Toy Industries of Europe

Free and fair trade in safe toys boosts the competitiveness & resilience of the European industry while ensuring children worldwide have access to fun and safe toys. Together with 30 EU business associations, we call for a robust and open EU trade policy: toyindustries.eu/tie-and-30-eu-…

The fifth edition of the #PlayforChangeAwards is now OPEN for entries! Calling on all toymakers committed to positive change to throw their hat into the ring. 🗓️Deadline for entries: 21 June Learn more and submit your entry: playforchangeawards.eu

Creativity knows no boundary in the toy sector and intellectual property protection is crucial. It does not only foster innovation but it also protects children from unsafe fakes. #WorldIntellectualPropertyDay #WorldIPDay

Today is #EarthDay🌎 From eco-friendly materials to sustainable packaging and production, the toy sector is taking steps to contribute to the preservation of our planet! Look at the #Sustainability winners of our #PlayforChangeAwards - lnkd.in/d7nPdyP

As the EU enters a new policy cycle, TIE together with 84 industry associations call on incoming EU leaders to fix the Single Market and ensure EU industries stay competitive worldwide. Read the Joint European Manifesto ⬇️ cdn.toyindustries.eu/wp-content/upl…

The learning journey facilitated by play is truly unmatched. #importanceofplay #playmatters

As longtime advocates for the value of play, we are thrilled with the #UnitedNations General Assembly's decision to designate June 11 as the International Day of Play. Read more ➡ toyindustries.eu/toy-industries… #importanceofplay #play #playmatters #internationaldayofplay

Every child, regardless of ability, deserves the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. On #WorldDownSyndromeDay, let’s celebrate the uniqueness of each individual and reflect on how we can end stereotypes, and foster greater diversity and inclusion in play.

Today is #WorldConsumerRightsDay! Finding only safe products on the EU market should be a consumer right. Unfortunately, not all toy manufacturers stick to the rules. Read about our #toysafetytips here ⬇️ toysafetytips.eu/10-toy-safety-…

❌European Parliament Plenary Vote on Toy Safety Regulation: EP’s vote to ban safe toys is bad news for children and reputable toymakers alike. Read our reaction ⬇️ toyindustries.eu/european-parli… #toysafety #TSR

Play is power for young girls! 🌟 From sparking creativity to building confidence, every moment of play shapes their future. Let's build a world where every girl can reach her full potential! 💪💖 #InternationalWomenDay2024 #importanceofplay

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💻 ⚠ We bought 19 toys from a new online marketplace and uncovered a worrying truth: 95% of these toys breached EU safety rules, most of them posing severe risks to our children. Read our findings ➡️toyindustries.eu/95-of-toys-bou…

It is a relief to see that @EP_SingleMarket voted against several unreasonable requirements for toys. Reputable toy makers can continue to produce safe crayons and other toys using natural ingredients. But we remain concerned about certain elements. toyindustries.eu/tie-position-o… #TSR

Today’s #SaferInternetDay reminds us that the internet should be a safe place for children. Parents should not have to worry when their kids explore the online world for enriching play experiences. For more information on the initiative 👇saferinternetday.org

We regret the outcome of the ENVI vote today. Some amendments make it impossible for toymakers to place safe & cherished toys on the EU market. They will impose difficult restrictions without enhancing safety. See our reaction: toyindustries.eu/european-parli… #ToySafety #TSR #toysector

Embrace the joy of learning through play this International Day of Education! #playmatters #importanceofplay

To protect children and strengthen the EU economy, policymakers can: ✅Implement the Digital Services Act to allow brands to become trusted flaggers who can report illegal products ✅Address responsibilities of online marketplaces in the revision of the Toy Safety Regulation #TSR

Fake toys aren’t just a danger for kids, they also harm the EU economy: 👥 3,600 jobs lost 💸 8.7 % of sales lost in the toy sector #toysafety #counterfeits

🎧👇New toy safety rules are on the horizon in the EU. Listen to this quick 5-minute podcast to understand what the objectives and challenges of the proposals are. Thanks to @EP_ThinkTank for the opportunity to contribute. #TSR #toysafety youtube.com/watch?v=F9ofY3…