Sunglasses
Testing Services

EN 12312-1:2013+A1:2015 standard requires filters and frame with filters on sunglasses products. Retailers, brands and manufacturers must comply with the standard if they want to market their products into European Union. At the same time, performance testing is increasingly in demand.

As such, do you have confidence in your products as well as to ensure your supply chain members can meet the EU standard requirement and market demand?

As a global solution partner, Bureau Veritas is ready to assist you with a comprehensive approach for quality assurance and supply chain management:

• Laboratory Testing: We provide full testing capabilities based on EN 12312-1:2013+A1:2015 as well as analytical testing (e.g. Nickel Release) for sunglasses.
• Performance Test: We can provide tailor made services based on your requirements.
• Technical Consultation & Training: We provide professional technical consultation and training services through our global network.

EN 12312-1:2013+A1:2015 - Key Requirements for Sunglasses

Transmittance and Filter Categories
If the supplier declares a luminous transmittance value, the limit deviation for the value shall be ± 3 % absolute for the transmittance value falling in categories 0-3 and ± 30 % relative to the stated value for the transmittance values falling in category 4. (please refer to the table)

Requirement for Road Use & Driving
Filters suitable for road use and driving shall be of categories 0, 1, 2 or 3 and shall additionally meet the following two requirements.

• Spectral transmittance
For wavelengths between 500 nm and 650 nm the spectral transmittance of filters suitable for road use and driving shall be not less than 0,2 x Tv.

• Recognition of signal lights
The relative visual attenuation coefficient (quotient) Q of filters of categories 0, 1, 2 and 3 suitable for driving and road use shall be not less than 0,80 for red and yellow signal lights, not less than 0,40 for the blue signal light and not less than 0,60 for the green signal light.

Additional Requirements
• Uniformity of Luminous Transmittance
• Scattered Light
• Minimum Robustness
• Ignition
• Optical Power of Oculars
• Material & Surface Quality
• Resistance to Radiation
• Others

WHY CHOOSE BUREAU VERITAS?

Reputation – For many years, we worked successfully with top manufacturers and retailers globally to help them better manage risk and regulatory compliance.

Worldwide Locations – WWith locations close to sourcing areas in over 40 countries, we offer you the convenience of global coverage with local service.

Technical Knowledge & Leadership – Our staff participate in the development of international, industry and regulatory standards worldwide.

Personalized Service – We are committed to meeting your evolving needs as you anticipate new market trends. We offer customized quality assurance services throughout your supply chain. Providing you with the highest levels of service is our priority.

SUNGLASSES TESTING SERVICES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • My client bought a pair of sunglasses and complained about the discomfort of wearing it. I checked the sunglasses and found that it has a perfect filter surface and the frame is good. What could be the root causes for this discomfort?

     

    The discomfort may be caused by the optical imperfections of the sunglass filter that cannot be detectable by visual check. Resulted from manufacturing defect, sunglass filter without corrective effect is classified by three optical classes according to its spherical, astigmatic and prismatic:

    • Class 1 is the best quality class to aim for.
    • Class 2 is common quality and acceptable for general use.
    • Class 3 is not recommended for permanent use because of noticeable optical imperfections.