Accessories tear strength

Objective

This test is used to check the compliance of shoe products aimed at children aged under 36 months. It consists of checking that parts that can be grasped by a child are sufficiently well attached to the shoe so as not to be detached at a specified force.

Principle

The test consists of applying a specific force according to the dimension of the graspable object. This force is then maintained for 10 seconds.
To be compliant, at the end of the test, none of the parts must have detached.

Type: Physical and mechanical test
Standard: EN 71-1
Product: Footwear
Criteria: Other tests
Component: Accessories