The new consolidated version of EN 17885 including 2025 amendment provides the fire safety requirements and test methods applicable to candle accessories.
EN 17885:2025+A1:2025 is a pivotal European standard that establishes comprehensive fire safety and product safety label specifications for candle accessories. Its primary objective is to enhance personal safety and significantly reduce the risk of fires, deaths, and injuries associated with the use of candles in domestic environments. Manufacturers of candle accessories have to consider, when assessing the safety of the product, amongst other:
The scope of this document precisely defines its applicability, outlining safety requirements and test methods designed to address the most common fire hazards. It explicitly states that while it covers prevalent risks, it does not extend to uncommon scenarios arising from unforeseen combinations of accessories and candles. A specific exclusion is made for single-candle birthday cake holders that do not contain pyrotechnics, ensuring the standard's focus remains on general candle accessory safety.
Core safety requirements detailed within the standard encompass critical aspects such as the flammability of materials used in accessories, ensuring product stability to prevent accidental tipping, and general fire safety provisions. A crucial element is the stringent section on surface temperature limits. These limits apply to various parts of the accessory: those intended to be touched, parts likely to be touched unintentionally, and components that might come into contact with other combustible materials. This ensures that accessories do not pose a burn risk or ignite surrounding items.
To ensure compliance, the standard outlines a structured testing methodology. It specifies the necessary test equipment and apparatus, details procedures for sampling and sample preparation, and defines general test conditions. The test methods section provides precise instructions for conducting flammability tests, stability tests, burning tests, and accurate surface temperature tests.
Finally, the document mandates comprehensive test reports to document compliance. It also sets clear requirements for product safety labels, including their general content, layout, and how supplementary safety information must be displayed. This ensures that consumers receive essential warnings and instructions for safe use, contributing to overall consumer protection and home safety. Adherence to this EN standard supports manufacturers seeking product conformity assessment and aiming for effective fire risk reduction in the decorative candles market.
Some risks such as chemical risks, risks for the environment, risks of custs, injuries or chocking shall be assessed and covered with other CEN European standards or ISO standards.
Candle accessories - Specification for fire safety and product safety labels
60.60 Standard published
