In the U.S., there is no specific standard for swimming goggles , the related physical, flammability and chemical testing shall be performed.
BS ISO 18527-3 is highly recommended to be demonstrated for the compliance of essential health & safety requirements under PPE regulation. Apart from BS ISO 18527, applicable chemical requirements are also recommended:
EU REACH Regulation
Cadmium
Short Chain Chlorinated Paraffin (SCCP) Content
Organotin
Phthalates
8 Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
US Regulation
Prop 65 Court case – Phthalates
Prop 65 Court case – Lead & Cadmium
Specific testing of swimming goggles is required for EU and US market
BS ISO 18527-3 Eye and face protection for sports use — Part 3: Requirements and test methods for eyewear intended to be used for surface swimming
Additional physical testing are included for the performance of goggles
Absorption and Transmittance in UV Spectral Range
Resistance to fogging of oculars
Test Plan
Sample Size It will be advised in order confirmation email upon purchase
Turnaround Time (working days) 9 working days
Test Description
There are specific standards required to be tested for compliance in the US and EU markets. Therefore, the following tests will be included according to the US / EU market test package.
Standard / Regulation
Content
BS ISO 18527-3 Eye and face protection for sports use — Part 3: Requirements and test methods for eyewear intended to be used for surface swimming
Specification for surface swimming goggles on physical & mechanical testing
EU REACH Regulation
Major chemical related regulation in the market according to EU regulation
Prop 65 Court Case (US California)
Chemical testing according to US California Proposition 65. Specific court case will be selected.
Absorption and Transmittance in UV Spectral Range
Determine the absorption and transmittance in UV spectral range
Resistance to fogging of oculars
Determine resistance to fogging of oculars by simulating actual use of the goggles
Remarks
Only applicable test items will be conducted on selected product nature and destination market. Detailed test item list will be included in order confirmation email upon order purchase. If the battery is included, additional battery requirements shall be arranged.
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Order flow
1. Check Out
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2. Arrange Payment
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3. Confirm Test Plan
Confirm test and product details
4. Send Sample
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5. Receive Report
Receive our test report by email
Payment
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