Kitchen Play Set: the Year-Round Pretend-Play Toy That Sells at the Counter

Pots, pans, utensils, and play food—no batteries, all imagination.

If you need a low-risk, high-turn item parents actually approve, the Kitchen Play Set delivers. It’s visual on the shelf, instantly understandable, and perfect for stationery counters, party packs, and school stores.

What it is

Format: Pretend-play cooking kits (pots/pans, utensils, cutting board, play food)

Variants:

Poly-bag Basic (10–12 pcs; header card)

Window-Box Standard (15–20 pcs; color box)

Deluxe Bin (25–35 pcs; storage tub)

Materials: PP/ABS plastics; EVA play food (where applicable)

Power: None (manual role-play)

Why it converts

Universal theme: Cooking role-play works across ages & seasons.

Instant demo: Open, lay out, and kids understand it in seconds.

Basket builder: Siblings/friends → 2+ sets or an add-on play-food pack.

Parent-approved: Screen-free, cooperative play; easy “gift under $15.”

Pack formats & pricing (recommended)

Counter CDU (poly-bag): 12 units / display

Case (window-box): 8–12 units / master

Target MSRP:

Poly-bag US $3.99–$6.99

Window-box US $7.99–$12.99

Deluxe US $12.99–$19.99

(Exact packs/MSRPs confirmed at PO.)

One-Box Pilot (start small, learn fast)

Launch with no big MOQ—validate demand before scaling.

Pilot MOQ: 1 case (e.g., 12× poly-bag or 8× window-box)

Lead time: 7–10 days DDP (stock) · 21–35 days (custom pack/art)

Included: Retail packaging, GS1/UPC, age & warning label check, AQL 2.5 pre-shipment QC, DDP delivery (duties & taxes included)

Light customization: Header card/box art with logo & colors, UPC, mix ratio (more utensils vs. more play food), bilingual labels (EN/ES)

Safety & compliance

Age grading: 3+

Warnings: Choking Hazard—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Standards (on request): ASTM F963, CPSIA (heavy metals/phthalates), EN71-1/2/3; CA Prop 65 as applicable

Notes: Toy item; not for real food or heat. Sharp-edge/small-parts tests and drop-test packaging included in QC plan.

Where it sells

Channels: Stationery & fancy shops, toy aisles, value/dollar, party stores, school stores

Use cases: Counter add-on, party favors, classroom props, pretend-play corners

Bundle ideas

Chef Starter Pack: Kitchen Play Set + paper chef hat & apron

Mini Market: Kitchen Play Set + Play Food Top-ups (fruits/veggies set)

Treat-Time: Kitchen Play Set + (separately packed) marshmallow treats for “dessert” play

Technical quick-specs (buyer cut)

Poly-bag unit wt.: ~120–220 g | Window-box: ~280–450 g

Master carton: 0.04–0.08 CBM (typical range; confirm per variant)

HS code (guidance): 9503.00 (non-electric plastic toys; confirm at entry)

How to get started

Request a line sheet or start a One-Box Pilot today. We’ll confirm variant, pack mix, labeling, and delivery window—then ship DDP to your door.