Phthalates Testing

Phthalates Testing is a chemical test that measures the content of phthalate plasticizers in materials such as plastics, coatings, and inks. These substances are commonly used to soften PVC, but certain types are restricted by regulations such as EU REACH and US CPSIA, including DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIDP, DNOP, etc. In foreign trade, this test is commonly required for compliance when exporting toys, child care articles, food contact materials, textiles, and electrical/electronic products to European and American markets. Notes: Different regulations have different limits (e.g., CPSIA requires each of 8 phthalates including DEHP in children's products to be ≤0.1%); testing requires splitting product materials for mixed or individual testing; reports must be issued by ISO 17025 accredited laboratories. Difference from RoHS: RoHS mainly restricts heavy metals, polybrominated biphenyls, etc., and does not include phthalates (unless a specific version), while phthalates testing is an independent item. Difference from total lead testing: the former targets plasticizers, the latter targets heavy metals. Companies should confirm the customer's testing standard in advance (e.g., ASTM D3421, EN 14372, CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3) to avoid customs clearance failure due to non-compliant test methods.