EU - Revision of DIN EN 1811:2023-04 Determination of Nickel Release

After intensive work in various committees, the revision of DIN EN 1811 in version 2023-04 has now been published.

DIN EN 1811:2023-04 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 applies not only to jewelry and watch straps, but also to other metal products that come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin, such as metal parts of clothing and shoes, mobile phones or belt buckles​.