Retail Tests

Whilst many of the tests conducted are specific to particular materials and applications, others are more general in nature. Most of the tests are conducted to specific testing regimes under ISO, EN, BS, ASTM methodologies. A detailed but not comprehensive list of available tests are given below.

• Metal release – all categories to include BS 6748, 2005/31/EC, ISO 6486, Californian Proposition 65/FDA, ISO 7086
• Microwave safe - Ceram PT34
• Freezer safe – Ceram PT36
• Freezer to oven safe – Ceram PT36
• Freezer to microwave safe – Ceram PT37
• Dishwasher safe – BSEN 12875-4
• Thermal shock – oven BSEN 1183
• Thermal shock – boil Ceram PT 33
• Crazing resistance –BSEN 13258
• Metal marking - Ceram PT38
• Edge chipping – BSEN 12980
• Centre impact – ASTM C-368
• Handle strength – Ceram PT32
• Water absorption – BSEN 1217
• Translucency – BS1184 or BS 5416
• Knob and handle temperature – Ceram PT35
• Pouring and lid fit – Ceram PT35
• Chemical analysis – ceramics and glass internal and BS 3828
• Customs tariffs – EC Regulations 679/72
• Hand washing – Ceram PT35
• Annealing – Ceram PT39
• Stability – Ceram PT35
• Water retention – Ceram PT35
• Candles – stability, flame height, performance, soot index, wax and holder temperature – prEN 15426, prEN 15493, prEN 15494
• Heavy metal migration –coatings, paints, lacquers, varnishes – BSEN 71-3
• Simulant testing – BSEN 1186