Thermal label paper as a special purpose printing material, its safety, durability and environmental protection and other aspects need to go through strict certification. However, what specific safety certifications are required for thermal labels may vary by region, industry standards, and product characteristics. In general, the following are some aspects of security certification that may need to be considered:
1. Environmental certification
RoHS certification: Restriction of Hazardous Substances for the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, ensuring that products do not contain harmful substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers.
REACH Certification: The EU's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) requires the registration and evaluation of chemical substances in products. And meet certain restrictions.
FSC Forest Stewardship Council Certification: If the label uses wood as raw material, FSC certification ensures that the wood is sourced from sustainably managed forests.
2. Security performance certification
Fire safety certification: In some application scenarios, labels may need to meet certain fire safety standards, such as the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) certification, which is the most authoritative in the United States and the largest private organization engaged in safety testing and identification in the world.
Food Safety certification: For labels used in food packaging or in contact with food, certification such as FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) or European Union food safety standards may be required.
3. Industry specific certification
Logistics industry standards: In the logistics industry, labels may be required to meet specific durability, readability and information security standards, such as ISO 15489 (Information and Documentation - Records Management) or those established by relevant industry associations.
Medical industry standards: In the medical field, labels may be required to meet medical device traceability, sterilization treatment and biocompatibility standards, such as ISO 13485 (Medical Device Quality Management System) or related medical industry standards.
4. Quality management system certification
ISO 9001: This is a quality management system standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization that requires organizations to have the ability to provide products that meet customer requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.
Matters needing attention
Regional differences: Different countries and regions may have their own security certification systems and standards, so it is necessary to choose the appropriate certification according to the requirements of the target market.
Product characteristics: The specific characteristics of the three heat-resistant label paper (such as water, oil, sun protection grades) may also affect the certification standards it needs to meet.
Conclusion
Due to the wide range of application fields and diverse product characteristics of the three thermal labels, the safety certification required will vary depending on the specific situation. When selecting and using thermal label paper, it is recommended to carefully consult the relevant industry standards and product manuals to ensure that the product meets all the necessary safety certification requirements. You can also consult a professional certification body or trade association for more detailed guidance.