EU - EN 1811 Testing of Nickel Release Products with Prolonged Skin Contact

​After discussions in the relevant committees, a final draft for the revision of DIN EN 1811 has now been published for further comment:

"E DIN EN 1811:2021-11 - Reference test method for release of nickel from all post assemblies which are inserted into pierced parts of the human body and articles intended to come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin".

This standard is not only applicable to jewellery and watch straps, but also to other metal products that have direct prolonged contact with the skin, such as metal parts on clothing and shoes, mobile phones or belt buckles.

It is expected that the final version will be published in late 2022/early 2023. Transition periods are not expected.