Information for Inventors
 

New ideas are the backbone of the toy industry and the need for innovative product is constant. This area of the website outlines some of the procedures that may help you sell your invention/design or manufacture it yourself.

Below is a list of agents you will need to contact to develop your idea further as all manufacturers have their own inhouse designers and therefore do not take outside submissions unless represented a design and development agents. Some of these agents are listed below (please note that these are suggested agents and are in no way affiliated or endorsed by the BTHA, you should always seek advice and references before engaging other people on your designs).

Agents for Design and Development

Also below is further information to give you some background to help you to understand the process of developing your idea:

Before you begin...

Is it Unique?

Will it Sell?

Is it cost effective?

Is it Legally Protected?

Entering the toy marketplace - two avenues

Useful addresses -You may wish to take note of the information on the;

Patent Office
The British Library
Institute of Inventors

Character Licensing of Toys

Product Licensing - Advice from Seven Towns

UK Companies which Invent & License Toys & Games

Toy Safety Symbols

Toy Safety Legislation

Sample Disclosure Form

Industry Statistics

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