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Coloring & Activity Books Inspection Checklist and Template

Coloring & Activity Books are a popular product category that caters to children’s creativity and learning. These books typically include coloring pages, puzzles, mazes, and other engaging activities. Quality and user experience are crucial in this category, as children’s enjoyment and educational development depend on it. Many of these books are manufactured in Asian countries like China, India, and Vietnam. However, sourcing from Asia can pose quality risks, such as poor printing, low-quality materials, and safety hazards. Thorough Quality Control and Due Diligence are essential to ensure that these risks are mitigated, and the products meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

Coloring & Activity Books Inspection

What to look for when inspecting Coloring & Activity Books?

Cover material check
Binding check
Page count check
Print quality check
Coloring pages check
Activity pages check
Tear resistance check
Folding check
Packaging integrity check
Smell test
Function check

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Based in Tamil Nadu, India, Dinesh specializes in softlines including textiles, fabrics, garments, and home textiles. His expertise ensures meticulous and up-to-date inspection criteria, reflecting industry best practices to maintain product integrity throughout the supply chain.

General Inspection Process

Check the overall condition of the book, including any visible damage or wear on the cover and pages.
Ensure that the coloring pages are clean and free from any smudges or marks.
Verify that all pages are intact and properly bound together.
Examine the quality of the paper used for coloring, ensuring it is thick enough to prevent bleed-through.
Check for any missing or incomplete pages in the book.
Inspect the illustrations and designs for clarity and detail, ensuring they are visually appealing.
Ensure that the coloring book includes a variety of different activities, such as coloring, puzzles, and mazes.
Verify that the book includes a table of contents or index, making it easier for users to navigate through the activities.
Check for any spelling or grammatical errors in the instructions or prompts provided.
Ensure that the book includes a range of difficulty levels suitable for different age groups.
Verify that the book includes a clear and concise introduction or explanation of the activities.
Check for any additional features, such as stickers or tear-out pages, and ensure they are in good condition.
Inspect the binding of the book to ensure it is sturdy and will withstand frequent use.
Verify that the book includes a protective cover or sleeve to prevent damage.
Check for any loose or detached pages that may have come loose during shipping or handling.
Inspect the size and dimensions of the book, ensuring it is suitable for easy handling and storage.
Verify that the book includes a copyright page, indicating the author, publisher, and year of publication.
Check for any age-appropriate warnings or disclaimers on the book cover or inside pages.
Inspect the overall design and layout of the book, ensuring it is visually appealing and engaging.
Verify that the book includes any additional features or bonuses advertised on the packaging or product description.

Compliance & Lab Standards for Coloring & Activity Books

When importing Coloring & Activity Books from suppliers in China, Asia, or other global regions, making sure your products meet the right compliance standards and lab testing requirements is critical. Failing to comply with U.S., EU, or international regulations can result in customs delays, product recalls, or serious damage to your brand reputation. As your boutique QC partner, we help you think ahead.

Below are the key mandatory and recommended standards to keep your shipments compliant, safe, and trusted.

United States

Mandatory

CPSIA: Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act requires testing for lead and phthalates in children’s products.
ASTM F963: Toy Safety Standard applicable to toys and some books for children.
LHAMA: Labeling of Hazardous Art Materials Act requires labeling if materials are hazardous.

Recommended

FCC Part 15: Compliance for electronic components to avoid radio frequency interference.
CPSC’s Small Parts Regulation: Ensuring that books with small parts are safe for children under 3.

European Union

Mandatory

EN 71: Toy Safety Directive covering mechanical, physical, and chemical properties.
REACH: Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals for safety of chemical substances in materials.
EN 62115: Safety of electric toys, if applicable.

Recommended

CE Marking: Voluntary marking to indicate compliance with EU standards.
EN 60825: Safety of laser products for any light-emitting components.

United Kingdom

Mandatory

UKCA Marking: Required for products to be sold in Great Britain, ensuring compliance with UK standards.
BS EN 71: UK equivalent to EU’s Toy Safety Directive.
REACH UK: UK version of the chemical safety regulation.

Recommended

BS 7272: Standards for writing and marking instruments, applicable to some activity sets.

Canada

Mandatory

CCPSA: Canada Consumer Product Safety Act requiring compliance for children’s products.
Canadian Toy Regulations: Standards for toys, including books with toy-like features.

Recommended

Hazardous Products Act: Compliance for any hazardous materials.
Health Canada’s Guidelines for Children’s Products: Non-mandatory guidelines for safer products.

Australia

Mandatory

Australian Competition and Consumer Act: Ensures product safety and labeling.
AS/NZS ISO 8124: Toy Safety standard similar to EN 71 and ASTM F963.

Recommended

ACCC Product Safety Guidelines: Non-binding guidelines for safe product practices.

Gulf Countries

Mandatory

GSO Standards: Gulf Standards Organization requirements for product safety and quality.
GCC Technical Regulation on Children’s Toys: Ensures safety of toys and similar products.

Recommended

ESMA Approval: Voluntary certification by the Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology.

Singapore

Mandatory

CPSR: Consumer Protection (Safety Requirements) Regulations for children’s products.
SPRING Singapore Standards: Compliance with safety standards set by local authorities.

Recommended

SS 586: Singapore standard for hazardous substances in products.

Hong Kong

Mandatory

Consumer Goods Safety Ordinance: General safety requirements for consumer goods.
Toys and Children’s Products Safety Ordinance: Applies to products designed for children.

Recommended

Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre (HKSTC) Certification: Voluntary certification for product safety assurance.

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What is inside this checklist

Colorfastness test
Ink adhesion test
Page durability test
Binding strength test
Paper thickness test
Print quality test
Page alignment test
Cover material durability test
Page tear resistance test
Marker bleed test

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