Eurofins Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Testing and Certification
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Eurofins PPE Testing and Certification Services Cover a Variety of PPE Products
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is often the last line of defence for users. That is why it is paramount for PPE brands and manufacturers to ensure the quality and safety of their products.
Rely on Eurofins PPE testing and certification services to make sure your PPE products meet safety standards and are of high quality.
Our PPE testing labs offer testing and certification services covering a variety of PPE products, please choose the product category below:
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For the UK market (UKCA Marking):
Eurofins E&E CML Limited is a UK Approved Body (No. 8175) for three major types of PPE categories of PPE – protective clothing, safety shoes, and protective gloves – in compliance with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulations (Regulation (EU) 2016/425 aligned with UK legislation and amendments) and the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Gardening Gloves & Oven Gloves Testing & Certification
For the EU market (CE Marking):
Gardening gloves fall under Category I PPE and do not need a CE mark. Although third-party certification is optional for Category I PPE, manufacturers can enhance the safety and quality of their gardening glove products by testing them with a reputable third-party laboratory.
On the other hand, oven gloves are classified as Category II PPE, necessitating certification by a Notified Body in Europe. Our laboratory in Spain is a Notified Body (No. 2865) capable of providing CE Marking certification for both gardening gloves and oven gloves.
Currently, gardening gloves do not need third-party certification or the UKCA Marking. Nevertheless, manufacturers have the option to undergo testing with a trusted third-party laboratory to showcase the safety and quality of their gardening glove products, distinguishing themselves in the market.
Oven gloves are required to bear a UKCA Marking and adhere to the specifications of Regulation 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment. This mandates certification by an Approved Body. Our laboratory, Eurofins MTS Consumer Product Testing UK, is an Approved Body (No. 2377) authorised to provide UKCA marking certification.
Disposable Gloves Testing & Certification
For the EU market (CE Marking):
Testing requirements for gloves vary significantly depending on their intended use. For instance, disposable gloves designated for use to protect the user from chemical or biological risks must adhere to standards like EN ISO 374 and are subject to different classification types based on the range of chemical liquids they are tested against.
Given the intricate nature of regulatory demands concerning various types of disposable gloves across diverse markets, we highly recommend reaching out to us for a comprehensive consultation.
For the US market (ASTM standards):
For the U.S. market, disposable medical gloves should be tested according to ASTM standards, depending on the type of gloves and its use.
We offer testing and certification services for the following disposable gloves per ASTM standards in the US:
- Nitrile examination gloves for medical application
- Rubber examination gloves
- Poly(vinyl chloride) gloves for medical application
- Rubber surgical gloves
Motorcyclist Protective Clothing Testing & Certification
For the EU market (CE Marking):
The protection for motorcycle riders is considered PPE and must therefore meet Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the applicable standard.
Motorcyclists’ protective jackets, trousers, onepiece suits, two-piece suits, impact protector
ensemble garments, and other protective garments are intended to give some amount of
protection to bikers without significantly reducing the ability of the biker to control the motorcycle.
Testing standard: EN 17092 Protective Clothing for Motorcycle Riders
Motorcyclist Protective Gloves Testing & Certification
For the EU market (CE Marking):
Motorcyclists’ gloves are intended to give protection against ambient conditions without unduly reducing the users’ dexterity in operating the motorcycle’s controls and switches.
In addition, the gloves are intended to give mechanical protection to the hands and wrists in accidents.
Testing standard: EN 13594 Protective gloves for motorcycle riders - Requirements and test methods
Motorcyclists Protective Footwear Testing & Certification
For the EU market (CE Marking):
Motorcyclists’ footwear is intended to give a degree of mechanical protection to the foot, optionally the ankle and/or part of the shin in accidents without significantly reducing the ability of the rider to control the motorcycle and operate the foot controls.
Testing standard: EN 13634 Protective footwear for motorcycle riders - Requirements and test methods
Why choose Eurofins?
- Expertise in diverse PPE product categories: Our comprehensive PPE testing and certification services cover a wide range of products. Whether your products fall under Category I, II, or III PPE classifications, we have the expertise to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards
- 15 years of experience: Our PPE team has over 15 years of experience in PPE testing and certification. The rich knowledge in PPE compliance ensures seamless application procedures for every manufacturer, importer, exporter and seller. Our team can also provide guidance and advice on technical file compilation among other issues that customers may face
- Certification by accredited Notified Bodies: Our PPE testing laboratories in Spain, Italy, and UK are accredited to issue CE Marking and UKCA Marking respectively. Meanwhile, we can conduct ASTM testing for the US market
- Compliance with international standards: Our PPE testing and certification services are aligned with international standards, such as EU PPE Regulation, UKCA Marking specifications, and ASTM standards for the US market
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Ensure the safety and quality of your PPE products today!
Contact Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines today to discuss your specific regulatory and compliance needs.
Let us be your partner in ensuring the compliance requirements in different markets and helping you to ensure the safety and quality of your PPE products.
