Our products must be safe and free from restricted chemicals. We have made this work a priority, both in efforts and resources.
DESIGN & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Knowledge is power. Most chemicals are present in our everyday-environment and part of a modern lifestyle. Not all chemicals are associated with danger. However, it is important with adequate knowledge to handle chemicals in a correct and safe manner.
For this reason, New Wave Group is a member of the Swedish Chemicals Group, led by the testing institute Swerea IVF. We receive the most updated information on legislation and research on chemicals, which supports our active work to reduce and replace chemicals in line with best available technique.
All New Wave Group-suppliers must follow the requirements stated in our Restricted Substance List( RSL). The list has been designed in accordance with legislations such as REACH( European Union) and other industry recommendations and standards. As a result, our requirements sometimes are stricter than the applicable legislation. The RSL is continuously updated, with assistance from our partner lab SGS and Eurofins.
CHEMICALS
Our products must be safe and free from restricted chemicals. We have made this work a priority, both in efforts and resources.
We also conduct testing and spot checks to ensure that our requirements are being respected and adhered to. We conduct about 300 different chemical lab tests in a year, including textile products as well as products made out of plastic or ceramic. A test report is never a guarantee of a products chemical content, but an important tool for us to get an indication of product compliance and maintain a systematic work regarding chemicals.
We also benefit from product labels. For example the Oeko Tex label, mentioned on page 8, demonstrates that the complete composition of the product has been independently tested and certified for safe textile in regards to chemicals and restricted substances.
The Chemicals Group meet on regular basis to discuss the latest news and updated of REACH and other chemical legislations.
The unique certification number allows you to verify the validity of a certificate
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