CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE
| Category | Certification | Core Requirement | Business Relevance |
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| Market access | Market accessCE / UKCA | EU and UK safety and environmental requirements. |
Required market access for sunglasses and optical frames in Europe and the United Kingdom. |
| Market accessFDA | U.S. medical device registration. |
Supports compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements for Class I eyewear products. |
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| Market accessISO 13485 | Medical device quality management system. |
Demonstrates controlled production capability for precision optical products. |
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| Quality & management | Quality & managementISO 9001 | International quality management system. |
Provides traceable quality control from incoming materials through final shipment. |
| Quality & managementISO 45001 | Occupational health and safety management. |
Supports stable factory operations and safer working conditions. |
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| Social responsibility | Social responsibilityBSCI / SMETA | International social responsibility and business ethics audit. |
Core human-rights compliance threshold for access to major global retailers and premium brands. |
| Supply-chain security | Supply-chain securitySCAN | Supplier compliance audit network for anti-terrorism and supply-chain security. |
Supports the security requirements of major U.S. retailers, including Walmart and Target. |
| Sustainability | SustainabilityGRS | Global Recycled Standard. |
Provides traceability for recycled materials used in sustainable eyewear orders. |
| SustainabilityISO 14001 | Environmental management system. |
Supports internationally recognized environmental and emissions management. |
LENS INSPECTION
| Lens Inspection Category | Test Item | Standard & Technical Core | Client Value / Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optical Precision | Optical PrecisionOptical Power (Diopter) | Testing for Spherical, Astigmatic, and Prismatic power. | Ensures crystal-clear vision without distortion or dizziness. |
| Optical PrecisionPolarization Efficiency | Verification of polarizing axis and efficiency (%) levels. | Eliminates glare and reflections for high-contrast outdoor vision. | |
| Safety & Protection | Safety & ProtectionUV Protection (UV400) | Full blockage of UVA and UVB rays up to 400nm. | 100% eye protection against long-term ultraviolet damage. |
| Safety & ProtectionDrop Ball Test | Compliance with FDA 21 CFR 801.410 impact standards. | Verifies lens durability to prevent shattering upon impact. | |
| Visual Performance | Visual PerformanceLuminous Transmittance | Classification from Cat 0 to Cat 4 (ISO 12312-1). | Guarantees consistent tint density and specific light-use safety. |
FRAME INSPECTION
| Frame Inspection Category | Test Item | Standard & Technical Core | Client Value / Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durability | DurabilityEndurance / Fatigue Test | 5000+ cycles of continuous temple opening/closing. | Ensures hinges remain smooth and reliable without breaking over time. |
| DurabilityBridge Deformation | Assessment of frame flexibility and recovery under pressure. | Guarantees the frame retains its original shape after accidental stress. | |
| Environmental | EnvironmentalPerspiration Resistance | Long-term immersion in simulated acidic/alkaline sweat. | Prevents coating peeling, fading, or corrosion caused by skin contact. |
| EnvironmentalHigh-Temp Stability | Sustained exposure to 55°C (131°F) environments. | Ensures frames do not warp, soften, or discolor in extreme heat (e.g., inside a car). | |
| Safety | SafetyNickel Release Test | Compliance with European EN 16128 safety standards. | Limits nickel release in metal frames to prevent skin allergies and irritation. |
| SafetyResistance to Ignition | Tested against high-temperature heat sources. | Ensures materials (especially Acetate) are flame-retardant for user safety. |