Jewelry EU REACH certification report processing
Date：2025-12-08 09:47:30 Classification
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Exporting jewelry to the EU does indeed require obtaining REACH certification. This is not only a regulatory requirement but also a crucial guarantee of product safety. The REACH certification process for jewelry requires a focus on SVHC substance restrictions and specific procedures.
I. Core Testing Requirements
1. SVHC Substances of Very High Concern
- Limit Requirements: The total content of all SVHC substances must be below 0.1% (1000 ppm). The latest candidate list has been updated to 251 items (dynamically updated in 2025).
- Key Substances:
- Cadmium: Limit ≤0.01% in metals/plastics/coatings (stricter limits for children's accessories)
- Nickel Emission: Weekly emission rate ≤0.2 μg/cm² in metal materials (EN1811 standard)
- Lead: Limit ≤0.05% as specified in Appendix XVII, Clause 63
- Phthalate Esters: Total of specific types ≤0.1% in plastics/coatings
- Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs): Benzo(a)pyrene ≤1 mg/kg in all materials, total of 16 phthalates ≤10 mg/kg
2. Material Classification Testing
- Metal parts (e.g., alloy fittings), plastics/polymers, coatings, and textiles/leather must be tested separately and cannot be mixed.
- Non-metallic materials such as crystal and glass require testing for soluble heavy metal migration.
II. Processing Procedure (Basic Processing Time: 5-7 Business Days)
1. Preliminary Preparation
- Select an EU-accredited laboratory (such as DZW Testing) and confirm its testing standards.
- Required Documents:
✅ Product manual + structural drawings (material distribution indicated)
✅ Material list (including material percentage for each component, e.g., "Brass fittings 30% + Epoxy resin coating 70%)"
✅ Production process flow chart (indicating surface treatment processes such as electroplating and painting)
2. Sample Submission
- Quantity Requirement: 3-5 complete samples (including all detachable parts)
- Special Requirements: Children's accessories require additional simulated usage scenario testing (e.g., saliva immersion test)
3. Testing and Rectification
- Testing Items: Qualitative analysis of substances (GC-MS), quantitative detection of heavy metals (ICP-OES), nickel release simulation experiment
- If unqualified: The laboratory will provide a "Rectification Recommendation Report," and the company must adjust the material formula (e.g., change to a low-cadmium alloy, nickel-free electroplating process) and resubmit for testing.
4. Report Acquisition
- A qualified report includes: product information, testing standards, test results, and laboratory accreditation (CNAS/CMA mark)
- Report validity period: Usually 1 year; retesting is required if regulations are updated or product formulations change.
III. Key Considerations
1. Dynamic Compliance Management
- Regularly check the ECHA website for updates (the SVHC list is updated every 6 months). Restrictions on substances such as N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide were added in 2025.
- Exports to countries like Germany and France require additional compliance with local requirements (e.g., German LFGB food contact level testing).
2. Labeling and Declarations
- Products must be labeled "Compliant with REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006" and bear the CE mark.
- Children's jewelry must include the warning "Not suitable for children under 3 years old" (bilingual labeling in English and the local language).
3. Common Misconceptions
❌ Testing only the main material while ignoring auxiliary materials (e.g., adhesives containing phthalates, plating containing hexavalent chromium).
❌ Using "whole-body testing" instead of "component-by-component testing" leads to data distortion.
It is recommended to choose an organization with experience in jewelry testing (e.g., Dezewei Testing, CNAS registration number: L8083), which can provide consultation on alternative material solutions.
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