Are H&B Art Supplies Safe for Children?
Yes. Every H&B children's product complies with EN71 and ASTM D-4236, uses non-toxic formulations, and is batch-tested by third-party labs before export.
Safety Certification and Testing Protocol
H&B children's lines, including washable oil pastels, water-soluble colored pencils and marker sets, are formulated without heavy metals or harmful chemicals. Compliance is verified against EN71 (European toy safety standard) and ASTM D-4236 (US art material labeling standard), and each production batch undergoes third-party laboratory testing before shipment.
What Makes H&B Kids Products Safe
- EN71 and ASTM D-4236 certified across the children's range
- Non-toxic, heavy-metal-free pigments and binders
- Third-party lab testing on every export batch
- Age-appropriate design for children aged 3 and above
- Washable formulas for worry-free creative play