Bobby Pins & EU Nickel Directive

[sunbug]

Can you tell me where the Bobby Pins stand as regards the EU's directive on allowable nickel release rate?

Many thanks!

[Russ Nobbs]

Of the top of my head, I can't tell you. We are barely able to keep up with changing metal concerns in the US.   

I can tell you that Bobby pins are not " intended to come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin." I don't think they meet EU standards for "nickle free" as are the barrette backs but we will need to do some checking to make sure where they stand.

[JoeH]

I have contacted our factory and the Bobby pins do not meet the EU Nickel standards

[sunbug]

Thanks for the information also can you tell me if the rings:
http://shop.rings-things.com/cart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=16264&idcategory=1246 in white and yellow also fail to meet the requirements?

Many Thanks

[JoeH]

Hi Sunbug,

I am afraid to give you more bad news but the adjustable rings do not meet EU requirements.

Joe