Restricted Substances Services
Intertek Taiwan offers comprehensive solutions for compliance with restricted substance laws, regulations, and requirements.
An increasing number of substances are being restricted in the manufacturing of products across the globe. These hazardous chemicals can potentially cause harm to human health or the environment. In pursuit of a healthier and better quality of life, consumers today expect safe, non-toxic and environmental friendly products.
From product design to waste disposal, our experienced experts provide comprehensive testing and consulting services for compliance with restricted substance laws, regulations, and requirements.
Restricted substances include:
- AZO dyes / Carcinogenic dyes / Allergenic dyes
- Chlorinated organic carriers, Chlorinated benzenes and toluenes
- Chromium VI
- Dimethylfumarate (DMFU)
- Extractable heavy metal elements, eg. Sb, As, Pb, Cd, Hg, Cu, Cr-total, Co, Ni
- Flame retardants
- Formaldehyde
- NP, OP, NPEO, OPEO
- Organotin compounds — MBT, DBT, TBT, TPhT
- Pentachlorophenol (PCP), Tetrachlorophenol (TeCP) and Trichlorophenol (TriCP)
- Perfluorooctane sulphonate (PFOS) / perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
- Pesticides
- Phthalates — DINP, DNOP, DEHP, DIDP, BBP, DBP
- Release of nickel, for metal parts
- Total cadmium content
- Total lead content