Buyer guide ยท 2026-10-10

Kids' Drone Certifications by Market: EN 71, ASTM F963, FCC and More

An overview of the toy safety and radio certifications buyers usually ask about for kids' drones in the EU, US and other markets.

Kids' drones are usually regulated in two ways: as toys (mechanical, electrical and chemical safety, plus age labeling) and as radio equipment (if they include a remote controller or wireless camera). Requirements differ by market and change over time, so confirm current rules with a certification body or local counsel before you list or import a product.

European Union

  • EN 71 series: the toy safety standard widely used in Europe, covering mechanical properties, flammability, chemical migration and more.
  • CE marking under the Toy Safety Directive.
  • RED (Radio Equipment Directive) for devices with radio transmission.

United States

  • ASTM F963: the toy safety standard referenced by US rules for toys.
  • Children's Product Certificate (CPC), based on third-party testing at an accepted laboratory.
  • FCC rules (Part 15) for radio devices, if the product transmits.

Other markets

The UK, Southeast Asia and African markets each have their own import rules for toys and radio devices. Check them separately for each country you ship to.

Batteries for shipping

Lithium batteries, including those packed with a product, need UN 38.3 test documentation for transport by air and sea.

Accuracy on product pages

Only state a certification after you hold the matching report or certificate. Our product pages list certifications only when the documents are in hand.