Material selection for plush toys

The choice of materials for plush toys should take into account safety, haptics, durability and environmental factors. The following are common plush toy materials and their characteristics: 1

First, the material of the filler
Polyester (PP cotton).

Characteristics: good elasticity, fluffy and soft, washable, wear-resistant and affordable. However, long-term extrusion is easy to deform and agglomerate.
Applicable scene: a universal filling for ordinary plush toys, suitable for children's daily play.
Down cotton

Characteristics: light and thin, warm, good elasticity, but poor washing resistance, easy to shrink and deform after multiple washes.
Applicable Scenario: High-end or specific seasonal products (e.g. winter warm toys).
Organic cotton

Characteristics: Natural and chemical-free, safe and environmentally friendly and skin-friendly.
Applicable scenario: infant products or products with high health requirements.
Bamboo charcoal fiber

Characteristics: Antibacterial and anti-mite, adsorption of odors, but the cost is high and the market popularity is limited.
Applicable Scenario: Toys or adult products that focus on health functions.
Second, the surface fabric material
Washed cotton Features: No ironing, not easy to fade and deform, suitable for toys that are frequently cleaned.
Short velveteen Characteristics : The surface is dense and shiny, soft to the touch.
Crystal velvet
Characteristics: Absorbent and easy to dry, high gloss, suitable for making handicrafts or decorative toys.
Flocked cloth Features: Three-dimensional and inexpensive, common in ordinary plush toys.
3. Special functional materials
Eco-friendly PP cotton: in line with the concept of green consumption, suitable for products that focus on sustainability.
High-density PP cotton: More supportive, suitable for toys that need a stable form (such as seat cushions).
Purchase suggestion: Prioritize products that have passed safety testing and certification, and choose the type of filling according to the frequency of use and cleaning needs. For example, organic cotton or bamboo charcoal fiber filling is recommended for infant products; For daily play, you can choose products made of PP cotton or washed cotton fabric.