Non-intentionally added substances (NIAS) are chemical compounds that are unintentionally present in food contact materials (FCM). This article gives an overview on lab testing for NIAS.
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The reusability of plastic tableware is standardized as UNE 53928:2020. This article provides an introduction..
RoHS compliance ensures that products do not contain any hazardous materials. It is important for the safety of human health and the environment. To comply with EU regulations, RoHS testing must be done.
Toy products ending up in the EU market must comply with the Toys Safety Directive. Therefore, it is important to learn about the possible consequences of non-compliance and how to resolve it.
Consumer goods with food contact - An overview on the regulations and tests you should know.
An overview on the REACH Directive and 4 questions to Dr. Florian Metzelder from lab DTNW.
Power tools have been a significant market for many decades, and the demand for laboratory testing to bring market-compliant products to market is high.
Which laboratory tests are needed to demonstrate the product conformity of electrical and electronic toys? An overview.
How to ensure that smart home devices with embedded wireless modules meet EU type-approval requirements? Here's an overview.
What is the European Ecodesign Directive and what is its significance in the EU's effort to protect the environment? Here is an overview.
What are the most relevant EU directives for consumer electronics? An overview.