noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
for children; for use by children
Indicates that something is designed, intended, or suitable for children. Commonly used as a modifier before nouns.
この椅子は子供用です。
This chair is for children.
子供用の歯ブラシを買った。
I bought a toothbrush for children.
Similar meaning, but 子供向け emphasizes targeting or being aimed at children, while 子供用 focuses on practical use or design for children.
Compound of 子供 (child) and 用 (use, purpose). The reading is a straightforward combination of the two components.