Children’s Footwear:

Testing and Certifications

The regulation of children’s products places health and safety as essential requirements; in our laboratories, we perform rigorous analyses to prevent the risk of choking from small parts and verify the absence of sharp edges or pointed tips.

Through mechanical impact, torsion, and compression tests, we guarantee the structural integrity of the footwear, while simultaneously conducting in-depth chemical analyses to exclude the presence of heavy metals and toxic substances in the materials, ensuring total protection for young users and full compliance with global markets in the shortest possible time.

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HOW CERTIFICATION WORKS

Certification process: from sample to certificate

A clear 5-step process, estimated timelines, and required documents to achieve CE marking.

  • 1) Pre-assessment:
    Product and standards; category I/II/III and modules (B; C2/D). Testing plan, checklist, and timelines.
  • 2) Sample Submission:
    Representative samples + Bill of Materials (BOM), instructions, and forms. Fast-track intake.
  • 3) Testing/Verification:
    Tests according to current standards. Clear updates; targeted corrections if required.
  • 4) Reporting:
    Test and evaluation report; ready for the DoC and Technical File.
  • 5) Certification / Surveillance:
    EU Type-Examination Certificate (Module B) valid up to 5 years; annual C2 or D surveillance (Cat. III). Retain DoC and Technical File for 10 years.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

For over 40 years, CIMAC has been testing and certifying safety footwear (PPE) in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and current harmonised standards (e.g., EN ISO 20345/46/47).

We cover the entire range: safety shoes, firefighter boots, chainsaw-resistant footwear, foundry and welding boots, electrically insulating boots, motorcycling footwear, and chemical protection. Clear pathways, sample checklists, and technical support through to CE marking.

Validity of Certifications and Document Retention

Retain the EU Declaration of Conformity and technical documentation for 10 years from the date the PPE is placed on the market. The EU Type-Examination Certificate (Module B) has a maximum validity of 5 years from the date of issue, unless the reference harmonised standard is revised. Module C2 and Module D are subject to annual surveillance.

We perform tensile tests on small parts (such as buttons, pompons, or decorations) to ensure they do not detach under stress and become a hazard to the child.

We use specific gauges to simulate ingestion risks, providing technical support to design secure attachments and ensuring design compliance in the shortest possible time.

Children’s footwear must comply with much stricter chemical restrictions, particularly regarding phthalates, lead, and chromium.

We verify that every component, from the surface coating to the substrate, is free from harmful toxic substances, assisting you in selecting safe materials to protect children’s health and your brand’s reputation in the shortest possible time.

These tests verify that the shoe maintains its structural integrity and correctly protects the growing foot without dangerously deforming or breaking during typical childhood physical activity.

We analyse the materials’ response to mechanical stress to ensure a durable and safe product, ready for the market in the shortest possible time.

Even a small production defect or a poorly designed accessory can cause skin injuries. We perform dimensional and quality checks on every finish to eliminate any risk of abrasion or cutting;

our technical team guides you in refining construction details to achieve excellence in safety standards in the shortest possible time.

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