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PFAS regulations in the EU: overview of restrictions by product category

PFAS regulations in the EU: overview of restrictions by product category

The use of PFAS – also known as "forever chemicals" – has been regulated in the EU for more than a decade, with limits getting stricter in recent years.

How to compare material testing laboratories – 10 aspects to consider

How to compare material testing laboratories – 10 aspects to consider

Read our tips on how to compare material testing laboratories and select the best-suited one for your testing needs.

In vitro biocompatibility tests: alternatives to animal testing in the development of medical devices

In vitro biocompatibility tests: alternatives to animal testing in the development of medical devices

In vitro biocompatibility tests can be sufficient to show that low-risk medical devices are safe and compliant with EU regulations.

Niko Markkinen
Niko Markkinen

August 15, 2022

Plastic food contact material regulations and testing in the EU

EU regulations require plastic food contact materials to be tested for harmful substances that may migrate from the material to food.

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Plastic food contact material regulations and testing in the EU
Oona Korhonen
Oona Korhonen

August 4, 2022

How to determine the biobased content of materials

How is bio-based carbon content determined with AMS, how to interpret the results correctly, and assess the bioproportion of the final product.

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How to determine the biobased content of materials
Shima Moosakhani
Shima Moosakhani

July 8, 2022

Thin film thickness measurements – guidelines for method selection

When are XRR, ellipsometry, and cross-sectional SEM and TEM the correct method to choose for your film thickness measurements?

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Thin film thickness measurements – guidelines for method selection