Proposition 65 is a legal requirement in California, USA, to protect California residents from chemicals known to cause cancer or have reproductive toxicity. For glass ceramic materials, the main focus of the California 65 test is the content of lead and cadmium. The following is the process of testing and certification of glass ceramic materials for California 65:
1. Determine the test items
According to California Proposition 65, the main test items for glass ceramic materials include:
- Lead content test: Test whether the lead content in the material complies with the provisions of California Proposition 65.
- Cadmium content test: Test whether the cadmium content in the material complies with the provisions of California Proposition 65.
- Other harmful substances test: Test other harmful substances that may be present in the material as needed.
2. Choose a suitable testing agency
Choose a professional testing agency with relevant qualifications and certifications to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the test results. Common testing agency Shenzhen Dezewei Testing.
3. Submit an application
Submit a California 65 test application to the selected testing agency and provide the following information:
- 2-3 sets of samples: Provide a sufficient number of samples for testing.
- Product Instructions: Detailed instructions for use and precautions of the product.
- Bill of Materials (BOM): Lists the various materials used in the product and their components.
- Test Application Form: Fill in and submit the test application form, which is usually provided by the testing agency.
4. Provide samples
Provide a sufficient number of samples as required by the testing agency and ensure the representativeness and consistency of the samples.
5. Wait for testing
Wait for the testing agency to test the samples, during which you may need to cooperate to provide additional information or samples.
6. Get the report
After the test is completed, obtain the test report issued by the testing agency, and make product improvements or take other necessary measures based on the content of the report to ensure that the product complies with the requirements of California Proposition 65.
7. Product Improvement
If the test report indicates that the product does not comply with the requirements of California Proposition 65, it is necessary to make product improvements or take other necessary measures based on the recommendations of the report.
8. Add warning labels
If the product contains chemical substances that should be warned, an appropriate warning label must be attached to the product to inform consumers of the safety of the product.
9. Record and document management
Maintain complete records of material and chemical substance use to prove product compliance.
Notes
- Choose a suitable testing agency: Ensure that the testing agency has relevant qualifications and certifications.
- Provide detailed product information: including product name, model, material, production date, etc., so that the testing agency can better understand the product and develop a testing plan.
- Ensure the representativeness and consistency of samples: The samples provided should be representative of the actual products produced.
- Maintain communication with the testing agency: Keep abreast of the progress and results of the test.
Through the above process, it can be ensured that the glass-ceramic materials meet the requirements of California Proposition 65, so as to smoothly enter the California market.