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From the controversy and reversal of "toxic diapers", looking at the weight of a chemical testing report - Lixun Testing as a safety check for infant and children's products

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2026-06-30

1、 Looking back at the hot spot: behind the ups and downs of public opinion, what is missing is "who the final say"

Recently, a media outlet exposed that multiple brands of diapers such as "Curiosity", "Biba Baby", and "Babycare" on the market contain the toxic substance formamide, which quickly ignited social media. However, the plot underwent a reversal within a few days - the involved brand released a third-party authoritative re examination report showing that "formamide was not detected", and the industry association also pointed out that the original report had flaws in the testing basis and causal inference; At the same time, multiple market regulatory authorities have intervened in independent inspections, and the final results are yet to be officially announced.


 

This public opinion tug of war has brought an old issue back to the forefront:

 

When consumers question safety, platforms require self certification, and brands need clarification - whose report can be trusted? Based on what criteria? Who is responsible for testing?

 

The answer is: A third-party laboratory with CNAS/CMA qualifications, strictly issuing chemical testing reports in accordance with international or agreed methods, with complete and traceable data - this is the most powerful tool for resolving disputes, restoring facts, and maintaining brand reputation.


 

2、 What is formamide? Why should we pay attention to baby and children's products

Formamide (CAS No. 75-12-7) is commonly used as EVA foaming material solvent or foaming aid, and may remain in foam floor mats and some high molecular polymers.


 

EU REACH regulation: Formamide is listed as an SVHC (Substance of Very High Concern), with a content greater than 0.1% requiring notification; Some member states require EVA parenting products with formamide ≤ 200 mg/kg.

EN 71 ‑ 9 (toy safety organic compound): Clarify the formamide test method and reference limit, applicable to foam toys, floor mats, etc.

Diapers/baby textiles: The current national standard GB/T 28004.1-2021 in China does not have a mandatory limit for formamide, but top brands generally implement restricted substance control and self declaration in accordance with REACH requirements.


 

3、 Lixun Testing | Compliance Testing Capability for Formamide and Infant Chemicals

The LCS chemical analysis laboratory is equipped with precision equipment such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), which can perform testing according to customer specified methods.


 

✅  The report can be issued in both Chinese and English versions, with CNAS+CMA markings, and has been recognized by major markets such as the European Union, the United States, and Southeast Asia.


 

✅  We can cooperate with enterprises to provide full chain chemical compliance support for raw material control, finished product verification, and platform/customer complaint evidence.


 

4、 Suggestions for Infant and Child Products Brands and Manufacturers

Regardless of the final official conclusion of the 'toxic diaper' incident, it has reminded the industry that chemical compliance is no longer an option, but a brand moat.


 

1. Establish a restricted substance list

Require suppliers of non-woven fabrics, cores, rubber bands, and packaging films to provide REACH SVHC declarations or reports on formamide, ortho benzene, and other substances.


 

2. Conduct product conformity verification according to the target market

Export to the EU: REACH+EN 71 series (formamide+ortho benzene+heavy metals)

Export to the United States: CPSIA (ortho benzene/lead), buyers often add formamide declaration

Domestic high-end line: Conduct third-party verification and self declaration in accordance with REACH


 

3. Properly preserve testing records

When facing public opinion, e-commerce platform spot checks, or consumer doubts, a chemical report issued by an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory with complete data is the quickest way for enterprises to self certify and rebuild trust.


 

5、 Invisible detection, visible protection

Since its establishment in 2004, Lixun Testing has always been committed to providing reliable technical endorsement for global product circulation. In the field of baby and children's products, we can provide:

✅  Formamide and comprehensive chemical testing (CNAS/CMA qualification)

✅  Multi country access compliance consultation (EU REACH/EN 71, US CPSIA, Australia and New Zealand, etc.)

✅  One stop review plan for physics, chemistry, and labeling

✅  Supplier control coaching and customer complaint response technical support


 

The hotspots will fade away, but the responsibility for children's safety should not fade. We are willing to work with every brand that values quality, speak with scientific data, and safeguard the 'initial contact'.

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