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Checked 2026-10-03
The brand and its documented aliases are not named in this source snapshot. Parent-company links require separate evidence.
Read list evidenceToy · France
Kapla
New source-backed details (3)
Added 16 October 2026. Brand statements are attributed; these details do not establish a new score.
- Where manufactured
- two production sites in Gironde and a production unit in Tangier
Source · 2026-10-13T12:34:12.949989+00:00KAPLA now has two production sites in Gironde and a production unit in Tangier, allowing the brand to meet demand while maintaining a high level of quality and control.
- Recycled content note
- Wood offcuts are recovered and reused by partner companies
Source · 2026-10-13T12:34:12.949989+00:00All wood offcuts are recovered and reused by partner companies.
- Website src
- https://www.kapla.com
Source · 2026-10-13T12:34:12.949989+00:00using the website kapla.com, its online shop or social media.
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Kapla's materials and finish were read from Kapla's own website, https://www.kapla.com. The certifications shown are as Kapla states them, not yet checked against a certifier register.
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Sustainable Gifts for Kids Black Friday Eco Toys Eco Toys Christmas Gifts Ideal Brands Building Blocks & Construction Wooden ToysAbout Kapla
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Materials and composition
5 of 21 fields recorded| Ingredient hazard (Yuka style) | Moderate Read recorded source |
|---|---|
| Materials used | Solid, untreated Landes pine |
| Material tier | high |
| Finish, coatings & dyes | raw and untreated for natural planks; food grade colouring for coloured planks |
| Materials used | French maritime pine Read recorded source |
Health and safety
4 of 11 fields recorded| Endocrine disruptors | None flagged Read recorded source |
|---|---|
| Free from | Phthalates, PFAS Read recorded source |
| Safety flags | thin planks used in large quantities are a standard impact and choking hazard for very young children |
| PFAS status | PFAS-free (verified) Read recorded source |
Certification
2 of 6 fields recorded| Certifications | sustainably managed forest sourcing claimed Recorded on this listing. Not a reviewed certificate or register result. |
|---|---|
| Certifications independently verified | No Recorded on this listing. Not a reviewed certificate or register result. |
Sourcing and supply chain
2 of 4 fields recorded| Made in | Tangier, Morocco (production facility); wood from Landes, France |
|---|---|
| Where manufactured | two production sites in Gironde and a production unit in Tangier |
Ownership and legal entity
2 of 4 fields recorded| Parent company / ownership | Independent, French family business, founded by Tom van der Bruggen |
|---|---|
| Founder / owner | Tom van der Bruggen (creator) |
Recycled and circular
1 of 1 fields recorded| Recycled content note | Wood offcuts are recovered and reused by partner companies |
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Scan result
2 of 24 fields recorded| Clean & Safe: last checked | 2026-07-29 |
|---|---|
| Clean verdict | Not assessed |
Identity
2 of 6 fields recorded| Brand name | Kapla |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | France |
Further detail
1 of 41 fields recorded| Caveat | Genuinely raw, untreated pine planks for the natural range, one of the cleanest examples of the top of the Throne Toy Standard. |
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