Shoebox EU REACH testing process
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EU REACH testing process for shoe boxes. EU REACH regulations have detailed provisions for the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals. For products such as shoe boxes, if they contain substances of very high concern (SVHC) and the concentration exceeds 0.1%, they need to be notified to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). The following are the specific steps for handling EU REACH testing for shoe boxes:
1. Consult the testing agency
First, contact a professional testing agency, such as DTI, to understand the specific requirements and procedures for REACH testing. The testing agency will provide professional consulting services to help you understand the necessity and specific steps of testing.
2. Provide product information
Provide relevant information about the shoe box to the testing agency, including but not limited to:
- Product material composition
- Production process
- List of chemical substances used
This information helps the testing agency evaluate whether the shoe box needs to be tested for REACH.
3. Sample preparation
Prepare 2-3 shoe box samples according to the requirements of the testing agency and send them to the designated laboratory. The samples should be representative and reflect the quality of the products in actual production.
4. Fill in the application form
Fill in the REACH test application form and provide necessary documents such as product manuals and parts lists. The application form usually includes the following:
- Product name
- Product model
- Manufacturer information
- Importer information
- Chemical substance list
5. Confirm the test fee and time
The testing agency will evaluate the test fee and time based on the product information and samples provided. After confirming the fee, sign a service agreement and pay the relevant fees.
6. Laboratory testing
The laboratory conducts physical, chemical and SVHC tests on shoe box samples in accordance with the requirements of REACH regulations. Specific testing items include:
- Physical testing: whole shoe testing, fabric testing, outsole testing and accessories testing, etc.
- Chemical tests: Inorganic chemical tests (such as pH value, extractable heavy metals, hexavalent chromium, inorganic formaldehyde, nickel release, etc.) and organic chemical tests (such as banned azo dyes, o-phthalates, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, short-chain and medium-chain chlorinated paraffins, alkylphenols and alkylphenol compounds, carcinogenic and sensitizing disperse dyes, chlorinated phenols, flame retardants, organic chlorine carriers, volatile organic compounds, etc.).
- SVHC substances of very high concern test: Test for SVHC substances specified in Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation.
7. Get the test report
After the test is completed, the laboratory will issue a REACH test report. The report includes:
- Product information
- Test items
- Test results
- Whether it complies with the requirements of the REACH Regulation
8. Notification
If the test results show that the shoe box contains SVHC substances and the concentration exceeds 0.1%, it is necessary to notify ECHA. The notification content includes:
- Name of substance
- Concentration of substance
- Product information
- Manufacturer and importer information
Notes
- Sample representativeness: Ensure that the samples provided are representative and can reflect the quality of products in actual production.
- Data accuracy: The product information and chemical substance list provided should be accurate to avoid inaccurate test results due to incorrect information.
- Timely notification: If the test results show that SVHC substances are contained, ECHA should be notified in a timely manner to avoid penalties for failure to notify.
Through the above steps, it can be ensured that the shoe box meets the requirements of the EU REACH regulations and ensure the smooth sales of products in the EU market.
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