Hazardous & Restricted Substances Testing
Hazardous & Restricted Substances Testing
Independent verification of regulatory compliance for materials and products entering controlled and global markets.
- Regulatory-aligned testing
- Audit-ready compliance reports
- Experienced chemical analysts
Why Hazardous & Restricted Substances Testing Matters
Compliance Risk Is Business Risk
Non-compliance with hazardous substance regulations results in shipment rejections at border control, product recalls from distribution channels, and significant financial penalties from regulatory authorities.
Supplier declarations provided without independent analytical verification create legal exposure. When compliance questions arise during audits or market surveillance, self-declarations alone do not constitute defensible evidence.
Analytical verification through accredited testing provides the only defensible compliance evidence acceptable to regulators, auditors, and procurement teams.
Testing Scope Overview
Hazardous & Restricted Substances
This testing group covers the screening and quantification of regulated substances in materials and products. Our analytical services support compliance with global product safety regulations including RoHS, REACH, and market-specific requirements.
Substance Screening
Screening and quantification of regulated substances in materials
Regulatory Compliance
Alignment with global product safety regulations and directives
Market Access Support
Documentation for declarations, audits, and market access
Core Testing Capabilities
RoHS Compliance Testing
Verification of restricted substance content in electrical and electronic products against EU RoHS Directive requirements. Testing covers lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBBs, PBDEs, and phthalates at homogeneous material level.
Group
Hazardous & Restricted Substances
Test Category
Regulatory / Chemical
Material
Electrical and electronic products, homogeneous materials
Type of Test
RoHS restricted substances analysis
Test Method
IEC 62321 series (XRF screening, ICP-OES, GC-MS as applicable)
Core Testing Capabilities
REACH SVHC Testing
Screening and quantification of Substances of Very High Concern as defined by ECHA’s Candidate List. Testing supports REACH Article 33 communication obligations and product compliance declarations for EU market access.
Group
Hazardous & Restricted Substances
Test Category
Regulatory / Chemical
Material
Raw materials, components, finished products
Type of Test
SVHC screening and quantification
Test Method
GC-MS and LC-MS techniques aligned with ECHA guidance
Core Testing Capabilities
PAHs & Phthalates Testing
Analysis of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and phthalate plasticizers in polymeric materials. Testing addresses AfPS GS Mark requirements and regulatory restrictions on these substance groups in consumer products.
Group
Hazardous & Restricted Substances
Test Category
Regulatory / Chemical
Material
Plastics, rubbers, coated and polymeric components
Type of Test
PAHs and phthalates analysis
Test Method
PAHs: AfPS GS 2019:01 PAK | Phthalates: GC-MS analysis
Core Testing Capabilities
BPA & PFAS Testing
Detection and quantification of Bisphenol A and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in plastics, coatings, and industrial materials. Testing addresses emerging regulatory requirements and persistent organic pollutant concerns.
Group
Hazardous & Restricted Substances
Test Category
Regulatory / Chemical
Material
Plastics, coatings, industrial and consumer materials
Type of Test
BPA and PFAS analysis
Test Method
BPA: HPLC | PFAS: LC-MS/MS
Materials Commonly Tested
Materials & Products We Analyze
- Plastics and polymers
- Rubbers and elastomers
- Coated and painted materials
- Electrical and electronic components
- Finished industrial and consumer products
Standards, Accuracy & Reporting
Precision You Can Rely On
Calibrated Instruments
All analytical instruments are regularly calibrated and maintained according to manufacturer specifications and laboratory quality protocols.
International Standards
Testing methodologies align with applicable international regulations, standards, and regulatory guidance documents.
Audit-Ready Reports
Reports are structured for audits, compliance declarations, and third-party review with complete traceability.
Results are factual, traceable, and legally defensible.
Why Choose Us
Why Companies Choose Microlab
This is where decisions are made.
Independent and unbiased compliance testing
Clear interpretation against regulatory limits
Experience across global regulatory frameworks
Support for audits, declarations, and supplier compliance
We don’t sell laboratory hours.
We deliver clarity and accountability.
Speak to a Hazardous Substances Testing Specialist
Get clarity on applicable regulations, analytical scope, sample requirements, and turnaround time.