The Central Market Surveillance Inspectorate (IQMT), in cooperation with Kosovo Customs, has banned the sale of approximately 150,000 children`s toys originating from China after a joint inspection at the country`s customs points.

According to an official announcement, inspections found that the toys failed to meet basic safety requirements stipulated in Regulation No. 02/2017 on Toy Safety.

The operation was conducted as part of a joint market surveillance initiative across CEFTA member countries, aimed at strengthening controls and preventing unsafe products from entering the market.

IQMT warned that toys failing to comply with legal requirements and relevant safety standards could pose serious risks to children's health and safety.

The Ministry of Industry, Entrepreneurship, Trade and Innovation said that, through IQMT, it would continue inspections and market surveillance to protect consumers and ensure product safety.

The ban is part of broader institutional efforts to prevent the circulation of products that could endanger consumers, particularly children.