Quality Requirements of Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co....

Quality Requirementsof Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KGStatus: April 2015

Service and Sales CentreCoesfeld-Lette

Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KGPostfach 2162D-48644 Coesfeld-LetteHugo-Ernsting-Platz/Industriestraße 1D-48653 Coesfeld-LetteGermany

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Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KGKurt-Ernsting-Straße 1D-06869 KliekenGermany

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Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KGIndustriestraße 29D-21493 SchwarzenbekGermany

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Quality Requirements

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3Quality requirements ©Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KG Page

Contents

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1. Material requirements for clothing and household textiles 5

1.1. Statutory product requirements 5

1.1.1. DETOX 6

1.1.2. Hazardous substances 7

1.1.3. Bill of Material (BOM) 14

1.2. General information on materials 14

1.3. MINIMUM material requirements 14

1.3.1. Minimum material requirements for clothing 16

1.3.2. Minimum material requirements for household textiles 18

2. Care label instructions 19

2.1. Additional/Warning hangtag 19

2.2. Care label for outer garments 19

3. Goods monitoring 20

3.1. Testing procedure 20

3.2. Preproduction samples 22

3.3. Photo sample 23

3.4. Washing samples/test reports 23

3.5. E-Shop Samples 24

3.6. Testing obligation for babies’ articles 25

3.7. Inspections 26

3.8. Incoming goods monitoring on the platform 26

3.9. Incoming goods monitoring in in the Lette and Klieken Sales Centres 27

4. Certification 28

4.1. Öko-Tex Standard 100 28

4.2. UV-Standard 801 28

4.3. GOTS 29


Contents

Durable goods Page

1. Material requirements for durable goods 31

1.1. Statutory product requirements 31

1.1.1. Bill of Material (BOM) 32

1.2. MINIMUM material requirements 32

1.2.1. Test log – shoes 33

1.2.2. Test log – bags and leather goods, belts, braces 35

1.2.3. Test log – candles 36

1.2.4. Test log – toys 37

1.2.5. Test log – jewellery 39

1.2.6. Test log – stationery supplies 40

1.2.7. Test log – watches 41

1.2.8. Test log – spectacles 43

1.2.9. Test log – umbrellas 45

1.2.10. Test log – contact with food 46

1.2.11. Test log – electrical equipment 47

1.2.12. Test log – decoration 48

1.2.13. Test log – cosmetics 49

1.2.14. Test log – swimming aids 51

1.3. Inspections 53

2. Special product labelling 54

2.1. Hazard warning 54

2.2. User instructions 54

2.3. CE marking 54


1 Substances of very high concern 2 Directive (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH): Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals

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1. Material requirements for clothing and household textiles

1.1. Statutory product requirements

The Supplier gives his assurance that:

the goods are faultless;

- the goods comply with the specifications stipulated in the order and with the sample submitted to Ernsting’s family and confirmed by the quality development department;

- the goods comply with the regulations and laws for textiles in the Federal Republic of Germany and the EU, e.g. the Foodstuffs, Consumer Goods and Animal Feed Code (LFBG), the Materials and Articles Ordinance (BGVO), the Chemicals Ordinance (ChemVerbotsVO) and the Ordinance on Hazardous Substances (GefstVO);

- the goods basically comply with the German Product Safety Act (ProdSG), i.e. the norm governing the safety of children’s clothes; for example, the requirements for cords and straps on children’s clothing as per DIN EN 14682 must be adhered to. The requirement to bear the manufacturer’s label must also be complied with;

- The supplier shall inform himself autonomously and regularly about the current status of the banned SVHC substances.

- the goods contain no SVHC materials.1 The Supplier shall affirm this by filling out the REACH supplier’s declaration in full.2 This can be downloaded at http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

As a matter of general principle, Ernsting’s family reserves the right to check the compliance with the requirements specified above as well as conducting its own goods monitoring activities, if appropriate by means of laboratory tests. If this post-test is a “FAIL”, the costs incurred in this testing procedure shall be borne by the supplier.

As far as external tests and inspections are concerned (look at 3.3., 3.4.), Ernsting’s family accepts only the institutes Bureau Veritas and SGS.The respective order sheet, completely filled out (and indicating the supplier types A, B, C, D, N), must be used for these tests; it can also be downloaded at:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

Switching to another testing institute within the course of an order is not permitted.

In the event of a dispute, the HOHENSTEIN institute shall have the final word.

If he has any specific queries about the testing procedure, the Supplier shall have the experts from the nominated testing institutes at his disposal to answer them.

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1.1.1. DETOX

Ernsting´s family is supporting Greenpeace’s detox campaign, which is aimed at the use of hazard-ous chemicals in the textiles industry. The supplier therefore guarantees, in the sense of a main contractual obligation, that from 1 January 2020 onwards within his own sphere of influence, including and especially his own suppliers, the merchandise supplied by him were produced without using the chemicals listed below to any extent whatsoever in any of the process stages.

The requirements of Greenpeace treat a total of 11 groups of substances, these are following:

- Phthalates

- Brominated and Chlorinated flame retardants

- Azo dyes

- Organotin Compounds (e.g. TBT)

- Chlorobenzenes

- Chlorinated Solvents

- Chlorophenols

- Short-Chained Chlorinated Paraffins (SCCPs)

- Heavy Metals (cadmium, lead, mercury, chromium VI)

- APEOs/NPEs

- Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

Quality requirements ©Ernsting‘s family GmbH & Co. KG

Text marked in red = important new features

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1.1.2. Hazardous substances

Parameter Testing procedure

EF- Threshold value

GOTS Threshold values**

Materials/Ingredients to be tested

Exempted materials/Ingredients

Composition

1 FormaldehydeDIN EN ISO14184-1

Close-fitting textiles:75 mg/kgLoose-fitting textiles:150 mg/kg

Baby: n.n. (reporting limit 16 mg/kg)

16 mg/kg

Main materials (>10 % of total weight),lining material (lining, sleeve and pocket lining), wadding, interlining, printings (>5 cm2)

Available ingredients only

Yarn, braid, labels, embroidery <2cm2

3 mixed samples

2 Metals – arsenic (As),extractable

Extraction withacidic solder-ing solution in accordance with DIN ENISO 105 E 04,determined in accord-ance with DIN 38406-29

1,0 mg/kg Baby:0,2 mg/kg

0,2 mg/kg

Main materials (>10 % of total weight),Lining material (lining, sleeve and pocket lining)


Accessories3 mixed samples

3 Metals – antimony (Sb), extractable

30,0 mg/kg 0,2 mg/kg

4 Metals – lead (Pb),extractable

1,0 mg/kg Baby: 0,2mg/kg

0,2 mg/kg

5 Metals – cadmium (Cd), extractable

0,1 mg/kg 0,1 mg/kg

6 Metals – mercury (Hg), extractable

0,02 mg/kg 0,02 mg/kg

7 Metals – copper (Cu), extractable

50 mg/kg Baby:25,0 mg/kg

25 mg/kg

8

Metals – chromium (Cr)total,extractable

2,0 mg/kg Baby:1,0 mg/kg

1,0 mg/kg

9 Metals – chromium VI,extractable

DIN EN ISO17075

3,0 mg/kg 0,5 mg/kg Leather only

Accessories/Small parts: buttons covered with leather, braid and other materials

Part 1

** GOTS articles shall be subject to the GOTS threshold values and the EF threshold values. If the parameters overlap, the more stringent threshold value shall apply.



1) For baby shoes made from fabric materials, the requirements for fabrics shall apply in addition to the requirements for shoes; look at item 1.1.2. In each case, the higher threshold value shall apply.

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EF- Threshold value




Composition

10 Metals – cobalt (Co),extractable

Extraction with acidic soldering solutionin accordancewith DIN EN ISO 105 E 04,determined inaccordance with DIN38406-29

4,0 mg/kgBaby:1,0 mg/kg

1,0 mg/kg

Main materials (>10 % of total weight),lining material (lining, sleeve and pocket lining)


Accessories3 mixed samples

11 Metals – nickel (Ni),extractable

4,0 mg/kgBaby:1,0 mg/kg

1,0 mg/kg

12 Metals – selenium (Se), extractable

0,2 mg/kg

13 Metals – tin (Sn), extractable

2,0 mg/kg

14 Pesticides

US EPA 8081,modified DFGS 10 procedure

1,0 mg/kgBaby: 0,5mg/kg(total incl.PCP andTeCP)

0,1 mg/kg; shorn wool: 0,5 mg/kg

Main materials: untreated natural fibres only (untreated, natural finish in accordance with the require-ment on the page “Materials information”);cuddly toys

3 mixed samples

15

Pentachloro-phenol (PCP),Tetrachlorophe-nol (TeCP)

ASE or KOHextraction,determined in accordance with modified § 35 LFGB B 82.02-08

0,5 mg/kgBaby: 0,05 mg/kg

0,01 mg/kg

Main materials (>10 % of total weight), lining material (lining, sleeve and pocket lining), wadding, interlining, printings (>5cm2), natural fi-bres only, mixed fibres (with proportion of natural fibres) and leather

Unavailable and availableingredients

Metals, plastic and synthetic materials

3 mixed samples

Trichlorophenol (TriCP)

2,0 mg/kgBaby: 0,2 mg/kg

16

Azo dyes from which arylamines can be separated under reductive conditions

Textiles: EN 14362-1; 1)

leather: ISO 17234-1

20 mg/kg

20 mg/kg (28 sub-stances), Aniline: 100 mg/kg

(Test thread on the main seam and/or embroidery together with basic material, no further summary, no further combined trial)

All textile ingredients and leather, not only main mate-rials, but also all materials:threads and embroidery,accessories (e.g. zipper tape) and others


Plastics (e.g. PU label)

3 mixed samples

17

p-aminoazo-benzene, in case aniline and/orphenylenedi-amineis established in test # 16

Textiles: EN 14362-3; leather: ISO 17234-2

20 mg/kg 20 mg/kg

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EF- Threshold value




Composition

18

Allergenic/ Sensitisingdispersion dye and carcino-genicdyes

DIN 54231 50 mg/kg 30 mg/kg

Synthetic materials

Mixed fibres


19

Phthalates (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DIBP, DNOP, DINP, DIDP, DHNUP, DIHP, DMEP, DIPP, iPnPP, DnHP, DHP, 2x DPP*)

Extraction with organic solvent/GC or LC-MSanalysis

0,1 % (total)

100 mg/kg

Baby: all coated materials,as well as accessories made from soft plastics (printings,zipper end pieces, stopper socks, etc.)Other: coatings,plastics >10 %


Accessories/Labels for adult clothing

3 mixed samples

20 Organictin compounds - TBT

Extraction/Derivatisationwith ethanol/dimethyl carbamate/GC-MSanalysis

1,0 mg/kg

Baby:0,5 mg/kg

0,05 mg/kg

Coated materials for every>10 % total surface;accessories and printings only for baby clothes


Accessories/Labels for adult clothing

No mixed samples

21 Organictin compound - TPhT

1,0 mg/kg

Baby:0,5 mg/kg

0,05 mg/kg

22

Organictin compounds - DBT

2,0 mg/kg

Baby:1,0 mg/kg

0,05 mg/kg

23 Organictin compound- DOT

2,0 mg/kg

Baby:1,0 mg/kg

0,05 mg/kg

24 Organic tin compounds - MBT

0,1 mg/kg

25

Cadmium,total element content

Lead,total element content

EN 1122 (mod)

Cd: 40 mg/kg

Pb: 90 mg/kg

45 mg/kg

50 mg/kg

Plastics and coated textiles


Every textile material that is not coated

3 mixed samples

Part 3

* The phthalates are the SVHC phthalates. 2x DPP stands for dipentyl phthalates and diisopentyl phthalates.** GOTS articles shall be subject to the GOTS threshold values and the EF threshold values. If the parameters overlap, the more stringent threshold value shall apply.



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EF- Threshold value




Composition

26

Nickel released from metal parts(including coated metal parts)

DIN EN 1811 and 12472

0,28 μg/cm2/week

0,5 μg/cm2/week

Metal parts with skin contact (to be tested in their entirety)

27 Orthophenyl phenol (OPP)

Extraction with organic solvent/GC-MS analysis

100 mg/kg

Baby: 50mg/kg

1,0 mg/kg

Main materials + lining material(>10 % of total weight):only 100 % polyester


3 mixed samples

28 pH valueDIN EN 1413Procedure B

4,0 - 7,5

4,5 - 9,0 (no skin contact); 4,5 - 7,5 (skin contact & Baby)

Main materials (>10 % of total weight),lining materials (lining, sleeve and pocket lining),

Printings >25 cm2 (result in relation to main material with label)

Yarn, braid, labels, zippers, polymers, metal and others with-out skin contact

29 Alkylphenols (AP)

Extraction withethanol orTHF/acetoni-trile/GC-MS and LC-DAD analysis

10 mg/kg20 mg/kg (sum)

Major materials and linings(>10% of total weight)

No accessories3 mixed samples

30

Sum Alkylphe-nols (AP) and Alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO)

Extraction withethanol orTHF/acetoni-trile/LC-MS analysis

100 mg/kg20 mg/kg (sum)

Main material

Available ingredients only No accessories

3 mixed samples

31 PFOA/PFOS

Extraction with organic solvent/GC-MS

PFOS: 1 μg/cm2;

PFOA: 1 μg/cm2;

PFUdA, PFDoA, PFTrDA, PFTeDA: 0,1 mg/kg;

Baby: 0,05 mg/kg

PFOS: 0,001 mg/kg; PFOA: 0,001 mg/kg; FTOH: 0,01 mg/kg

Dye/Water/Materialswith oil-repellent coatings

No accessoriesNo mixed samples

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EF- Threshold value




Composition

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Screening test in the event of a noticeable odour

VOC-Test, Extraction with Acetone (or Ethyl acetate), ultrasonicextraction for 30 min. at room temperature, GC/MS- Screening

Benzene: 1 mg/kg,

Ethylbenzene: 20 mg/kg;

Styrene: 10 mg/kg;

Toluene: 20 mg/kg;

Xylene: 20 mg/kg;

Trichlorethylene: 50 mg/kg;

Tetrachlorethylene: 20 mg/kg;

Cyclohexanone: 100 mg/kg;

Methyl ethyl ketone MEK): 100 mg/kg;

N,N Dimethyl-formamide30 mg/kg;

Naphthalene :10 mg/kg;

2-ethoxyethyl-acetate:1000 mg/kg;

1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone:1000 mg/kg;

1,2,3-trichlor-propane: 1000 mg/kg;

Acetophenones:20 mg/kg;

2-phenyl-2-propanol: 20 mg/kg;

1,2-dichloro-ethane: 1000 mg/kg;

Bis(2-metho-xyethyl)ether: 1000 mg/kg;

N,Ndimethyl-acetamid (DMAC): 1000 mg/kg

Isophorone: 200 mg/kg

Testing of the entire product

Part 5




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EF- Threshold value




Composition

33 Chlorinated paraffins

Solvent extraction with the help of ultrasound (30 min., 60°C)/GCMSanalysis using the NCI method

1000 mg/kgtotal chlorinated paraffins;specificationfor C10-C13types

Leather and main plastic materials

3 mixed samples

34 Dimethyl fumarate

Extraction with organic solvent/ GCMSanalysis

0.1 mg/kgMain materials, tests of finished item


35

PAH*

Extraction with toluene/GC-MSanalysis (ZEK01.4-08)

5 mg/kg total 18 PAH

10 mg/kg (total 18 PAH); 1,0 mg/kg each

Plastisol prints and pigment prints. Rubber, soft plastic and hard plastic.

All accessible components as well as main inner parts such as membranes or tapes.

Nonemixed samples

Benzo[a]pyreneBenzo[e]pyrene

Benzo[a]-anthracene

Chrysene

Benzo[b]fluor-anthene

Benzo[j]fluor-anthene

Benzo[k]fluor-anthene

Dibenzo[a,h]-anthracene

0,2 mg/kg each

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Fire protection agent (PBB, TRIS, TEPA, pentaBDE, octaBDE, decaBDE, HBCDD,TECP)

Extraction withtoluene/GC-MSanalysis

10 mg/kg n.d. If confirmed accordingly3 mixed samples

37 Polyvinyl chloride(PVC)

Beilsteintest/infraredspectroscopy

No PVCEvery type of soft plastic(inclusive prints)

Nonemixed samples

38 TriclosanExtraction with organic solvent/GC/MS

No useMain materials, test of finished item


Part 6

* testing obligation for membranes, membrane fiber material: have to be tested before bonding. The separate test report must be sent to the following e-mail address: [email protected]** GOTS articles shall be subject to the GOTS threshold values and the EF threshold values. For the NON-textile accessories pertaining to GOTS articles, the EF threshold values (i.e. Öko-Tex standard 100, class I) shall apply. The GOTS threshold values apply for textile accessories. If the parameters overlap, the more stringent threshold value shall apply.

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General information: All tests are carried out on the finished articles. The threshold values apply to each individual component. In the case of textiles which are provided with additional accessories such as, for example, belts, the durable goods’ requirements (point 5 and the subsequent points) shall apply additionally. A valid test result must be submitted for this purpose.

For Baby articles no optical brighteners are allowed in brand- and care label.


Part 7


EF- Threshold value




Composition

39

Glyoxal and other short-chain aldehydes (mono- & dialdehydes up to C6)

Extraction (acc. to ISO 14184-1), ISO 17226-1 (HPLC)

20 mg/kg

Main materials (>10 % of total weight),lining material (lining, sleeve and pocket lining),wadding, interlining, printings (>5 cm2)


Yarn, braid, labels, embroidery <2cm2

No mixedsamples

40

Adsorbable organic halogens (AOX)

Extraction with boiling water, adsorption on charcoal; AOX analyzer based on ISO 9562

5 mg/kg

41 Chlorinated organic Carrier

DIN 54232 1 mg/kgMain synthetic fibres materials

3 mixed samples


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1.1.3. Bill of Material (BOM)

For each order, the supplier must fill out a bill of material and, upon request, send it to Ernsting’s family within 24 hours.

The form for the bill of material can be downloaded here:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

1.2. General information on materials

According to EU Directive 1007/2011, traders in the EU are obliged to provide their textile products with information for consumers about the composition of the raw materials.

The information on raw materials must be attached to the clothing by means of sewn-on labels. They must be clearly legible.

Goods which are sold packaged (e.g. tights), can have the information about the composi-tion of their raw materials provided on the packaging.

The subject matter of EU Directive 1007/2011 includes the following:

- the German designation of the non-woven fabrics,

- the percentage proportions of the weight accounted for by the textile raw mate-rials used, with the information being provided in descending order in the case of fibre blends;

- in the case of lined clothing, specification of the fibre material in the main fibre.

1.3. MINIMUM material requirements

The MINIMUM material requirements listed under 1.3.1. are a component of the purchasing agreement for the suppliers of Ernsting’s family.

The MINIMUM material requirements

- refer to significant qualitative characteristics/properties in the use of textiles

- must be adhered to by the Supplier

- must be demonstrated by the Supplier.

Any divergences which occur due to fashion or technical considerations must be agreed with Ernsting’s family (Quality Development department).



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1.3. MINIMUM material requirements (continued)

General information

- If there is a material mix (outer material and lining/wadding), dimensional alterations must be agreed upon.

- The functional safety of accessories (e.g. buttons, zippers) must be guaranteed.

- Metal parts are corrosion-resistant and nickel-free.

- After washing: - seams must not frizz. - materials must not crinkle excessively. - pressure and applications must not change.

- Microfibres are - a) single filament yarns or b) staple fibres which - in the case of polyester have a yarn count no higher than 1.0 dtex - in the case of polyamid have a yarn count no higher than 1.2 dtex.



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1.3.1. Minimum material requirements: clothing (also applies to GOTS certified products)

Test type DIN EN ISO

Linen, beachwear

Knitwear Woven

Stockings,hats,scarves,gloves,towels Baby shoes (completely textile, washable)

OuterwearBa KK KiYoung Fashion DOBHAKA

Knitwear Woven

Jeans (denim)oil-washedwash-outfade-outpigment dyed, printedNeon all over,printed, dyed(5)

1 Basis weightin g/m2 12127

+/ -5 % compared with guideline



2 Colour fastness to water

105- E 01 4 4 4 3

3 Colour fastness to washing 1)

105- C 06

4 Stains:4

Silk3-4

44

Corduroy/Velvet/Silk3-4

3

5 Change in colour: 4 4 4 4

6 Dry-clean 105- D 01 4

7

Colour fastness to light 7)

(to be tested on main material, hood lining, bigger inserts)

105- B 02

only for swimwear4

turquoise/neon3

white/pastel3-4

Outdoor jackets Skiwear

Rainwear 5

8 Colour fastness to rubbing

105- X 12

9 Dry 4 4 4 3

10 Wet 3 33

Corduroy/Velvet (3)wet 2-3

2

11 Colour fastness to perspiration 1) (acidic and alkaline)

105- E 04 3-4Only for stockings

3-4

12 Colour fastness to chlorinated water

105- E 03For beachwear only

4

13 Colour fastness to sea water

105- E 02For beachwear only

4

14 Colour fastness to saliva

53160For baby articles

only resistantFor baby articles

only resistantFor baby articles only

resistantFor baby articles

only resistant

15

Visual assessment(appearance after the household wash in accordance with care label instructions 2) + 4)

Based on6330- 2012

* * * *

16

Max. dimension change in %in accordance with care label instructions in the household washing machine 2) + 4)

6330- 2012

+/-5 +/-3 +/-5 +/-3 +/- 3

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1.3.1. Minimum material requirements: clothing (also applies to GOTS certified products)


Linen, beachwear

Knitwear Woven

Stockings,hats,scarves,gloves,towels Baby shoes (completely textile, washable)

OuterwearBa KK KiYoung Fashion DOBHAKA

Knitwear Woven

Jeans (denim)oil-washedwash-outfade-outpigment dyed, printedNeon all over,printed, dyed(5)

17

Seam turning in %(after washing.in relation to the hemline, using the in-house method)

EF-In-house method (6)

+/-5 +/-5 +/-5

18 Seam-sliding stability of fabric

13936- 1 6mm 8daN

6mm 8daN loose-fitting

6mm 12daN close-fitting

6mm 8daN loose-fitting

6mm 12daN close-fitting

19

Susceptibility to pilling (only with flat-knitted articles)

DIN12945-2(after2000cycles)

– –

CO: 2-3 WO: 2-3 PAN: 2-3 CV: 2-3

- - - - –

Also applies for fibre blends

20 Odour Generally no product-untypical odour, otherwise conduct a VOC test (look at page 11)

Part 2

1) In the case of multi-coloured articles, migration to lighter-coloured parts must be prevented. Colour fastness DIN EN IOS 105-C 06 test no. A1S=30°C, A1M=40°C, C1S=60°C, E1S=95°C 2) In the case of articles which, according to the care label instructions, are suitable for spin driers, the dimensional behaviour, including this treatment, must be determined and may not exceed the maximum dimensional change.3) Also applies for sanded/brushed goods.4) Testing instrument: household washing machine with 2 kg extra load (for cellulosic products additional cotton load type I, for fibre blends additional polyester load type III), 20g washing agent e.g. PERSIL COLOR/ARIEL COLOR, with articles which according to the care label instructions are suitable for spin driers; the appearance must be assessed after treatment in a household spin drier. * The visual effect of the textile product and/or the accessories may not be affected adversely by the textile care with regard to e.g. print quality or changes in colouring (Note 4).5) Must always have warning hangtag (look at page 19, point 2.1, care label instructions). 6) In-house method 7) All GOTS articles are generally subject to a light fastness of at least grade 3-4. GOTS swimwear, outdoor jackets, skiwear and rainwear are subject to the higher fastness grade indicated in line 7.



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1.3.2. Minimum material requirements: household textiles


Bed linen Table linenBlanketsSleeping bags

BathmatsKitchen towelsTerry towelsBibs

1 Basis weightFabric/Knitted fabric

+/-5 % compared with guideline



2 Colour fastness to water 105- E 01 3-4 3-4 3-4

3 Colour fastness to washing (stains and change in colour)

105- C 06 4 4 4

4

Colour fastness to rubbing 105- X 12

Dry 4 4 4

Wet 3 3 3

5 Colour fastness to perspiration 1) (acidic and alkaline)

105- E 04 3-4 3-4 3-4

6 Saliva repellence 53160For baby articles

only resistant For baby articles

only resistantFor baby articles

only resistant

7

Visual assessment(appearance after the household wash) in accordance with care label instructions 2) + 3)

Based on 6330-2012

* * *

8

Max. dimension change in %in accordance with care label instructions 2) + 3),fabrics/knitted fabrics in the household washing machine

6330-2012 +/- 3 +/- 3 +/- 8

9 Odour Generally no product-untypical odour, otherwise conduct a VOC test (look at page 11)

10 For plastic or coated tablecloths, the requirements in relation to contact with foodstuffs must additionally be fulfilled.

Part 1

1) In the case of multi-coloured articles, migration to lighter-coloured parts must be prevented. Colour fastness DIN EN IOS 105-C 06 test no. A1S=30°C, A1M=40°C, C1S=60°C, E1S=95°C 2) In the case of articles which, according to the care label instructions, are suitable for spin driers, the dimensional behaviour, including this treatment, must be determined and may not exceed the maximum dimensional change.3) Testing instrument: household washing machine with 2 kg extra load, washing agent e.g. PERSIL COLOR/ARIEL COLOR, with articles which according to the care label instructions are suitable for spin driers; the appearance must be assessed after treatment in a household spin drier. * The visual effect of the textile product and/or the accessories may not be affected adversely by the textile care in respect of e.g. print quality or changes in colouring (Note 4).


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2. Care label instructions

The care label instructions for textiles from Ernsting’s family are a minimum requirement. They must be attached in permanent and clearly recognisable form on a care label in accordance with the specifications in the order that was placed.

- The care label instructions in the order documents are applicable.

- If no care labelling is stipulated when the order is placed, the said labelling shall be determined by Ernsting’s family (Quality Development department).

- The care labelling for the two parts of a set must, as far as possible, be provided in unified form.

- The currently valid requirements of EN ISO 3758 from the International Association for Textile Care Labelling (GINETEX) must be observed.

2.1. Additional/Warning hangtag

Articles made from particular materials must be provided with an additional hangtag:

- warning hangtag for batik, jeans, neon

- further quality hangtags (in accordance with the specifications in the order).

The template for the respective hangtag can be downloaded at http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

2.2. Care label for outer garments

Every care label must contain the following instruction: “Wash and iron inside out, wash with similar colours.” The notation for linen and socks is: “Wash with similar colours”. Compliance with the MINIMUM material requirements is always a precondition.

The template for the respective hangtag can be downloaded at http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier




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3. Goods monitoring

3.1. Testing procedure

The testing procedure defines which tests have to be conducted for which article cate-gories.

The articles are categorised as follows:

- babies’ textiles up to size 92 (look at 3.6.)

- Öko-Tex-100-certified articles (look at 4.1.)

- other textiles.

An additional testing criterion for the “other textiles” is the supplier classification as A, B, C, D or N suppliers (look at table).

Any queries about the supplier classification should be addressed to the procurement.The classification is made on a six-monthly basis.



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3.1. Testing procedure (applies only to textiles) (continued)

Inspection process All baby textiles= Obligation to

conduct tests of baby articles

Öko-Tex-Standard 100

certified articles UV-Standard 801

GOTScertified articles

Other textiles

A-

sup

plie

rs *

B-

sup

plie

rs *

*

C-

sup

plie

rs *

**

D-

sup

plie

rs *

***

1

Counter samples for quality assurance:

Yes Yes YES Yes

Inspection scope: Design

Measurements/Fitting

Processing

Weight

Children’s safety (DIN 14682)

Labelling

Nickel Detection Test

Design


Processing

Weight


Labelling

Design


Processing

Weight


Labelling

Design


Processing

Weight


Labelling

Nickel Detection Test

2

Test report (SGS or BV)

Yes No Yes NoEither test

reportYes Yes

Chemical tests: Yes No Yes

▼completechemical

test look at 1.1.2.

completechemical

test look at 1.1.2.

Inspection scope: (Complete) (Complete)

Physical tests: Yes No Yes Physi-cal

tests▼Inspection scope: (Complete) (Complete)

3

Washing samples for quality control:

NoYes

(minimum 2 samples + Dimension table)

Yes (1 sample for camparison)

NoOR

washing samples

No Yes

Incl. documents: certificate

hangtag (incl. test-no.)

certificatehangtag

(incl. test-no.)

Inspection scope: completephysical testslook at 1.3.1.

Labelling

Children’s safety

completephysical

testslook at 1.3.1.

Labelling

Children’s safety

completephysical

testslook at 1.3.1.

Labelling

Children’s safety

* A- suppliers: Are suppliers, with an updated error rate < 5 % and no abnormality in chemical tests** B- suppliers: Are suppliers, with an updated error rate > 5 % and no abnomality in chemical tests*** C- suppliers: Are suppliers, with a failed chemical test **** D- suppliers: Are suppliers, with an updated error rate > 5 % and a failed chemical test N- suppliers: Are new suppliers, the obligation to conduct test is the same as B- suppliers


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3.2. Preproduction samples

Every order requires that preproduction samples be sent to Ernsting’s family after the order has been placed (Quality Development department).

If nothing to the contrary is agreed when the order is placed, the following time schedule must be complied with:

- 4 weeks ► hosiery

- 6 weeks ► woven articles

- 6 weeks ► knitted articles

- 6 weeks ► linen

- 2 weeks ► socks, stockings, legwarmers

The time schedule specified above is also valid for textile accessories (e.g. scarves, caps, gloves, towels).

The preproduction samples must always be manufactured in the sample sizes specified in the order, in the original colour and in the original material.

In the case of woven and knitted articles, lapdips/material swatches may be sent by prior arrangement with Ernsting’s family (Quality Development department).

Production may not commence without the specific approval of Ernsting’s family (Quality Development department).

Please label the sample. To do this, it is imperative that you use the preproduction sample hangtag (yellow hangtag) or, as the case may be, the fitting muster hangtag (white hang-tag). The recipient of the samples is the quality development unit.


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3.3. Photo sample

For advertising orders, Ernsting’s Family requires photo samples. For their number and the required size categories, please look at the order sheet. Please adhere to these specifica-tions precisely.Photo samples must correspond to the design drawing in their appearance (colours, acces-sories, prints, etc.) but can also be manufactured using replacement goods (similar to the original goods). Photo samples must always be received by Ernsting’s Family punctually on the date speci-fied in the respective order.Please label the sample. To do this, it is imperative that you use the photo sample hangtag (green hangtag). The recipient of the samples is the quality development unit.

3.4 Washing samples/test reports

Depending on the article and the supplier classification, washing samples or test reports for production approval must be sent to the Ernsting’s family quality control department (look at test procedure on page 21).

If nothing to the contrary was agreed when the order was awarded, the following timeline shall apply for all test samples/test reports:

No later than 4 weeks before delivery date (ex) ► 1 x Öko-Tex sample + valid certificateNo later than 4 weeks before delivery date (ex) ► 2 x washing sample No later than 2 weeks before delivery date (ex) ► (or) physical test report No later than 2 weeks before delivery date (ex) ► chemical test report No later than 2 weeks before delivery date (ex) ► repeat declaration (reference 1/2 year)

- The washing samples are production samples which were taken from the production that had already commenced. The washing samples must be labelled in their entirety, with all of the hangtags.

- The washing samples are tested, assessed and documented in accordance with the established quality requirements.

- Quality divergences must be reengineered and submitted for subsequent testing by the supplier. Three retests are permitted per washing sample.

The aforementioned timeline shall apply for clothing, linen, textile accessories, hosiery and household textiles.

Please label the washing samples. To do this, it is imperative that you use the washing sample hangtag (red hangtag). The recipient of the samples is the quality control depart-ment.


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3. Goods monitoring

3.5. E-Shop Samples

For each textile order, Ernsting’s Family requires an e-shop sample (shipment sample) per colour. This sample is used for the online shop’s photography. For this reason, the sample must originate from production and correspond to the delivery (including all hangtags).

Please always send the smallest size, except for all Gina orders. Ernsting’s Family requires size 36 for Gina.

Please send the sample before or, at the latest, at the same time as the shipment (at least 6 weeks before EF’s delivery date).

Please label the sample. To do this, it is imperative that you use the e-shop sample hang-tag (blue hangtag). The recipient of the sample is the Online Shop team.


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3.6. Testing obligations for babies’ articles

Babies’ articles (sizes 50-92) are subject to special regulations. All babies’ articles – with the exception of Öko-Tex Standard 100 – must be tested for all article-related chemical and physical parameters by either the Bureau Veritas or SGS independent testing institute, both of which are familiar with the testing standards applied at Ernsting’s family, before they are shipped and must be labelled with the green hangtag “examined for toxic substances”. This additional hangtag can be obtained at:http://service.ernstings-family.de/supplier/download

When placing the order, full production samples (incl. all accessories, care label, web label) must always be sent to the institute. The order form from Ernsting’s family must be used exclusively for placing the order.It can be downloaded at http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

NB: SHIPPING IS NOT PERMITTED WITHOUT A FULL TEST REPORT CERTIFIED MARKED WITH A “PASS” GRADE!

The test report is examined within two working days after it has been received. If no re-jection has been communicated via e-mail to the Supplier or agent by then, notification for the goods can be given.

The dual testing of articles which are made from the same ingredients and originate from the same production batch, but were delivered at different times, is not necessary.

The Supplier confirms this in writing by filling out the Ernsting’s family REPEAT declara-tion. The REPEAT declaration can be downloaded at:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

If the Supplier can ensure that standard articles have not been altered in any way with regard to their materials and ingredients during the production period, testing shall be required only on a six-monthly basis.

Babies’ articles which are certified in accordance with the Öko-Tex Standard 100 (look at 4.) are not subject to mandatory testing. Washing tests must still be carried out for these articles.

The samples must be sent to Ernsting’s family (Quality Control department) with the respective certificate and the affixed Öko-Tex number.

The test reports must be sent to the following e-mail address: [email protected]


http://service.ernstings-family.de./supplier/download





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3.7. Inspections

For selected orders, Ernsting’s family reserves the right to arrange for spot checks in the factory. These shall be carried out in the form of a final random inspection (FRI) by either of the testing institutes Bureau Veritas or SGS. If nothing to the contrary is agreed, the Supplier shall assume the costs and order placement for this inspection. The acceptance quality limit (AQL) 2.5/4.0 shall generally apply.

Ernsting’s family reserves the right (after consultation with the Quality Control) to demand the AQL level 2,5/2,5 in exceptional cases.

The Supplier is obliged to provide the selected testing institute with all the information and documents which are necessary to ensure a smooth and trouble-free procedure.

The appropriate order sheet must be used for awarding orders; it can be downloaded at:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

If the inspection has „FAILED“, the testing costs for the inspection and the re-inspection must be borne by the supplier.

The samples must be sent to Ernsting’s family (Quality Control department) with the respective certificate and the affixed Öko-Tex number.

The test reports must be sent to the following e-mail address: [email protected]


3.8. Incoming goods monitoring on the platform

The monitoring of the goods on the platform is explained using the example of Turkey:

After the complete delivery has been made to the forwarding agency ENCO, the quality of the goods is examined by EncoLog Quality Control. All parameters are examined in accord-ance with the incoming goods monitoring procedures at the Ernsting’s family Sales Centres in Lette and Klieken (look at 3.6.). A test report is compiled and must be sent to the Ernsting’s family Quality Control department in Lette. There, the decision is made on whether to approve or reject the goods. The goods are approved if all of the testing criteria are fulfilled; if the delivery is defective, the goods are not approved.




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3. Goods monitoring

3.9. Incoming goods monitoring in the Lette and Klieken Sales Centres

The checking of incoming goods in the Lette and Klieken Sales Centres follows the same procedure.

As soon as the delivery has been received, the goods are examined in accordance with the following main criterion:

- The article must correspond to the specifications in the order, if necessary with saleable sample or counter-sample, in respect of

- presentation/packaging

- colouring

- design

- material quality/material composition

- measurements/fit

- processing

- labelling: brand label, hangtag, price label

- mechanical checks (look at 1.3.)

- product safety.

Special materials shall additionally require specific tests.The goods are approved only when all the criteria stipulated in the quality requirements have been fulfilled.


Textile

4. Certification

4.1. Öko-Tex Standard 100

After an article produced in accordance with Öko-Tex Standard 100 has been purchased by Ernsting’s family, the purchased goods must fulfil not only the MINIMUM material requirements, but also the special criteria stipulated by the Öko-Tex Standard 100. This states that:

„The order is placed subject to the reservation that the purchased goods (including all the details) are part of your Öko-Tex certificate. This characteristic is a component of the purchasing agreement. If this state of affairs does not apply, the order shall be regarded as having been improperly fulfilled and the right to assert damages claims shall be reserved. Certification in accordance with Öko-Tex Standard 100 must be confirmed by affixing the sticker and the valid certificate to the samples when the washing samples are dispatched and the delivery is made.”

NB: THE SHIPPING OF TEXTILES WITH ÖKO-TEX STANDARD 100 IS NOT PERMITTED WITHOUT A VALID CERTIFICATE!

The certificate must be valid at least until the day of delivery to either of the Ernsting’s family Sales Centres in Lette and Klieken (VC).

For more information about the Öko-Tex Standard 100, look at: www.oeko-tex.com

4.2. UV-Standard 801

After an article produced in accordance with the UV Standard 801 has been purchased by Ernsting’s family, the purchased goods must fulfil not only the MINIMUM material requirements, but also the special criteria of the UV Standard 801. The Supplier must prove this by submitting a valid UV certificate. The Supplier must take care that the labelling is correct (UV hangtag).

When the washing samples are dispatched, the valid UV certificate and the corresponding original UV hangtag must be submitted.

The certificate must be valid at least until the day of delivery to either of the Ernsting’s family Sales Centres in Lette and Klieken (VC).


https://www.oeko-tex.com/


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4. Certification

4.3. GOTS

After an article certified in accordance with GOTS has been purchased by Ernsting’s family, the purchased goods must fulfil not only the MINIMUM material requirements (see 1.3.1.), but also the special criteria for articles certified in accordance with GOTS. The stricter threshold value in each case shall apply. The supplier must verify this by submitting a valid GOTS certificate and an entire test report (complete chemical and physical test in accordance with EF requirements).The supplier must take care that the labelling is correct (GOTS hangtag).

When the production samples are dispatched, the valid GOTS certificate, the GOTS LOGO USE registration for every product group + material composition, the test report and the appropriate original GOTS hangtag must be submitted.

NB: THE SHIPPING OF GOTS TEXTILES IS PERMISSIBLE ONLY IF THE CRITERIA REFERRED TO ABOVE ARE COMPLIED WITH!

The certificate must be valid at least until the day of delivery to either of the Ernsting’s family Sales Centres in Lette and Klieken (VC). Additionally: after unloading, a transaction certificate must be sent to Ernsting’s family as quickly as possible.

These documents must be sent to the following e-mail address: [email protected]



Quality requirements

Durable goods


Durable goodsThe term “durable goods” encompasses, inter alia, toys, sports and leisure equipment, electrical equipment, household items, shoes, cosmetics and jewellery.

1. Material requirements for durable goods


As a general rule: The articles delivered to Ernsting’s family must be safe and reliable.

The following product characteristics are required:

- Functionality

- Fitness for purpose

- Safety (inter alia mechanical, electrical, chemical, biological)

- Reliability

- Faultlessness

The Supplier shall ensure that the delivered products comply with the statutory provi-sions, ordinances, guidelines and norms that apply in the Federal Republic of Germany. This must be documented for any one of the institutes specified below by means of a valid and complete test report for the end product. The full test report may not be more than three years old and shall contain the testing of the entire article in relation to all of the parameters. The test report must be accompanied by a photograph of the complete article in all of its purchased variants.

The testing institutes accepted by Ernsting’s family are:

- SGS

- Bureau Veritas

- Intertek

- TÜV Rheinland

In the event of disputes, TÜV Rheinland shall have the final word.


If he has any specific queries about the testing procedure, the Supplier shall have the experts from the nominated testing institutes at his disposal to answer them.

The test reports must be sent to the following e-mail address:[email protected]



Durable goods


1.1. Statutory product requirements (continued)

The Supplier gives Ernsting’s family his assurance that the goods contain no SVHC mate-rials.

The Supplier shall confirm this for every single article by filling out the Ernsting’s family REACH Supplier Declaration.

The REACH Supplier Declaration can be downloaded at: http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

The Supplier Declaration must be sent in PDF format to: [email protected]

NB: SHIPPING IS NOT PERMITTED WITHOUT A VALID TEST REPORT AND A VALID REACH DECLARATION!

As a matter of general principle, Ernsting’s family reserves the right to check the compli-ance with the requirements specified above as well as conducting its own goods monitoring activities, if appropriate by means of laboratory tests.

1.1.1. Bill of Material (BOM)

For each order, the supplier must fill out a bill of material and, upon request, send it to Ernsting’s family within 24 hours.

The form for the bill of material can be downloaded here:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier


For the MINIMUM material requirements which are applicable for the individual durable-goods articles, look at the tables below.






Durable goods


1.2.1. Test log – shoes

Requirement Basis Method Threshold value

The product must always fulfil the requirements of GPSG (2001/95/EC) with regard to product safety. The use of dimethyl fumarate is not permitted.In principle, all packaging must comply with the packaging regulations; in particular, the threshold values for the sum total of the metals (100 mg/kg for the total of lead, cadmium, mercury and chromium VI) must be adhered to.All substances which are included in the ECHA candidate list and Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation (1907/2006) are prohibited from inclusion in the product.

1 LABELLING (always in German)

2

The pictogram must be available and used

94/11/EC Visual Shoes must contain information about the main materials used.

3 CHEMICAL ANALYTICS

4 Azo dyes (textile, leather)

EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

Textiles: EN 14362-1; 1) leather: ISO 17234-1

30 mg/kg

5 p-aminoazobenzene(textile, leather)



30 mg/kg

6 Carcinogenic dyes(synthetic fibres)

§ 30, German Food and Feed Code (LFGB)

DIN 54231 5mg/l

7

Sensitisingdispersion dyes+ disp. yellow 23(synthetic fibres)

§ 30 LFGB DIN 54231 5mg/l

8 Nickel release (for metals with direct skin contact)


EN 1811 0,28 μg/cm2/week

9 Chromium VI, extractable(leather)

EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII, BGVO

DIN EN ISO 17075 < 3 mg/kg

10 Cadmium, total content(plastic)


EN 1122 100 mg/kg

11 Lead, total content(plastic)

Internalquality requirement

EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg

12

Organotin compounds(inner materials made from plastic and coatings with direct skin contact)


Extraction/Derivatisation withethanol/dimethyl carbamate/GC/MS analysis, EN ISO 17353

TBT, TPhT: 0,05 mg/kgDBT, DOT, MBT: 1 mg/kg

13 Formaldehyde (leather, textile)

BGVO§ 64 LFGB B 82.02-1DIN EN ISO 14184-1DIN EN ISO 17226-1

150 mg/kg

Part 1

1) For baby shoes (size 17 — 26) made from fabric materials, the requirements for fabrics shall apply in addition to the requirements for shoes; look at item 1.1.2. In each case, the more stringent threshold value shall apply.



Durable goods


1.2.1. Test log – shoes


14 Pentachlorophenol,tetrachlorophenol,trichlorophenol (leather)

German Chemicals Prohibition Regulation (ChemVerbotsVO)

ASE or KOHextraction,regulation § 64LFGB B 82.02-08(mod)

5 mg/kg per substance

15 Phthalates in babies’ and children’s articles(plastic)


Extraction with organic solvent/GC or LC-MS analysis EN ISO 14389

DEHP, DBP, BBP, DIBP, DHNUP, DIHP, DMEP, DIPP, iPnPP, DnHP, DHP, 2x DPP**: not detectableDINP, DIDP, DNOP: 0,1%

16 Screening inspectionin the event of a noticeable odour


VOC-Test, Extraction with Acetone (or Ethyl acetate), ultrasonic extraction for 30 min. at room temperature, GC/MS- Screening

Benzene: 1 mg/kg, Ethylbenzene: 20 mg/kg; Styrene: 10 mg/kg; Toluene: 20 mg/kg; Xylene: 20 mg/kg;Trichloroethylene: 50 mg/kg; Tetrachloroethylene: 20 mg/kg; Cyclohexanone: 100 mg/kg; Methyl ethyl ketone MEK): 100 mg/kg; N,N-dimethylformamide 30 mg/kg; Naphthalene : 10 mg/kg; 2-ethoxyethyl acetate: 1000 mg/kg; 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone: 1000 mg/kg; 1,2,3-trichlorpropane: 1000 mg/kg; Acetophenone: 20 mg/kg;2-phenyl-2-propanol: 20 mg/kg; 1,2-dichloroethane: 1000 mg/kg; Bis(2-methoxyethyl)ether: 1000 mg/kg;N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMAC): 1000 mg/kg Isophorone: 200 mg/kg

17

PAH (plastic as main material)


Benzo[a]pyreneBenzo[e]pyreneBenzo[a]anthraceneChryseneBenzo[b]fluorantheneBenzo[j]fluorantheneBenzo[k]fluorantheneDibenzo[a,h]anthracene

EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII, § 30 LFGB

Extraction with toluene/GC/MS (ZEK method)

0,2 mg/kg each

18 Chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) (leather, main plastic materials)

EC 850/2004prEN ISO 18219 (modified)

1000 mg/kg

19 PROPERTIES/MATERIAL QUALITY

20

Colour fastness to rubbing, dry/wet (for textiles with direct skin contact)


DIN EN ISO 105-X12Min. grade 4.0 (dry); grade 3 (wet)Denim – grade 3 (dry); grade 2 (wet)

Part 2

** The phthalates are the SVHC phthalates. 2x DPP stands for dipentyl phthalates and diisopentyl phthalates



Durable goods


1.2.2. Test log – bags and leather goods, belts, braces

Requirement Basis Method Threshold valueThe product must always fulfil the requirements of GPSG (2001/95/EC) with regard to product safety. The use of dimethyl fumarate is not permitted.In principle, all packaging must comply with the packaging regulations; in particular, the threshold values for the sum total of the metals (100 mg/kg for the total of lead, cadmium, mercury and chromium VI) must be adhered to.All substances which are included in the ECHA candidate list and Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation (1907/2006) are prohibited from inclusion in the product.





30 mg/kg




30 mg/kg



5





EN 1122 100 mg/kg



EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg




9 Penta-, tetra-,trichlorophenol (leather)

ChemVerbotsVO


5 mg/kg

10 Formaldehyde (leather, textile)


150 mg/kg




12





Extraction with toluene/GC-MS, (ZEK 01.4-08)

0,2 mg/kg each




Look at page 34



1000 mg/kg


16 Colour fastness to rubbing, dry/wet


DIN EN ISO 105-X12Min. grade 4.0 (dry); grade 3 (wet)Denim – grade 3 (dry); grade 2 (wet)

17 Colour fastness to water - textile


DIN EN ISO 105 E01Grade 4 (stains), grade 4 (change in colouring)Denim – grade 3 (stains), grade 4(change in colouring)

Part 1

1) EN 14362-1, for blends and unknown fibres use method 9.1.1-2 and 9.2 separately, do not use 9.1.3



Durable goods


1.2.3. Test log – candles




2 Information from the producer/ manufacturer

2001/95/EC Document check Producer/Manufacturer should be visible

3 Warning notice 2001/95/EG EN 15494

Warning notices must correspond to the norm. The warning notices must be given in text or symbol form. At least the following warning notices must be given (text or symbol):

- Never leave burning candles unattended. - Always put candles out of the reach of

children and animals. - Always take care that where there are

several candles, these are always placed with sufficient distance from each other. - Keep candles well away from flammable

objects such as curtains, drapery, etc.

Other symbols or text are possible, e.g.:

- Don’t let candles burn in draughty conditions. - Don’t burn candles near to heat sources. - Place candles in an upright position. - Stifle the flame rather than blowing it out. - Keep the candle free of foreign substances. - Don’t move burning candles. - Use tea lights only in holders with a sufficient

supply of air. - Use suitable holders for liquifiable candles. - Never use liquid to extinguish candles.

4 PROPERTIES/PROCESSING

5 In the event of defects, and of doubtful cases with regard to properties and processing, the requirements of RAL-GZ 041 must be applied.

Part 1



Durable goods


1.2.4. Test log – toys



1 Warning notice for balloons

16. Amendment to the BGVO

As from Sept. 2009 a warning notice must be given on balloon packaging to indicate that a pump should always be used to blow the balloons up.

2 General safety 2009/48/EC EN 71-1 Must comply with the requirements of the norm

3 Flammability 2009/48/EC EN 71-2 Must comply with the requirements of the norm

4 Metal migration 2009/48/EC EN 71-3 Must comply with the requirements of the norm

5 Requirements of experimental kits

2009/48/EC EN 71-4 Must comply with the requirements of the norm

6 Requirements of chemical toys


7 Requirements of finger paints


8 Requirements of swings, slides, activity toys


9

Organochemical compounds (for children younger than 36 months)

2009/48/EC EN 71-9/10/11 Must comply with the requirements of the norm

10 Cadmium, total content(varnish, plastic)


EN 1122 100 mg/kg

11 Lead, total contentEC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

EN 1122 (mod)100 mg/kg (varnish, plastic)500 mg/kg (children’s jewellery made from metal)

12 Phthalates (plastic)EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

Extraction with organic solvent/GC- or LC-MSEN ISO 14389



ChemVerbotsVO


5 mg/kg

14





Extraction withtoluene/GC-MS(ZEK 01.4-08)

0,2 mg/kg each



DIN EN 1811 0,28 μg/cm2/week

Part 1




Durable goods


1.2.4. Test log – toys




DIN EN ISO 17075 3 mg/kg

17 Carcinogenic dyes(synthetic textile)

LFGB DIN 54231 5 mg/l

18

Sensitisingdispersion dyes + disp. yellow 23(synthetic textile)


19 Azo dyes (leather, textile)



30 mg/kg

20 p-aminoazobenzene(leather, textile)



30 mg/kg

21

Formaldehyde (leather, textile) (for children younger than 36 months)

EN 71-9§ 64 LFGB B 82.02-1DIN EN ISO 14184-1DIN EN ISO 17226-1

20 mg/kg

22

Formaldehyde (wood, wood materials) (for children younger than 36 months)

EN 71-9 EN 120 and/or EN 717-3 0.1 ml/m3 or 80 mg/kg

23 Free benzene (plastic)


Headspace 5 mg/kg

24

Nitrosamines andnitrosatable compounds for balloons (natural and synthetic rubber)

16th Amendment to BGVO, EN 71-12

EN 71-12

0.05 mg/kg nitrosamine1.0 mg/kg N-nitrosatable compounds(for toys intended for children younger than 36 months and articles which are placed in the mouth: 0.01 mg/kg N-nitrosamine; 0.1 mg/kg N-nitrosatable compounds)

25 Resistance to saliva and perspiration


DIN 53160-1; -2 Non-fading (grade 5)

26 Screening inspection in the event of a noticeable odour



Look at page 34

27 RoHS in electrically operated toys

2011/65/EU IEC 62321 0.1 % Pb, Hg, CrVI, PBB, PBDE; 0.01 % Cd

Part 2






1 CHEMICAL ANALYTICS1)




3 Nickel release (for metals that penetrate the skin)



4 Cadmium, total content(in plastic and metal)


EN 1122 100 mg/kg

5 Lead, total content EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg (varnish, plastic)500 mg/kg (metal)

6

Azo dyes from which aryl amines can be separated under reductive conditions



30 mg/kg

7

p-aminoazobenzene, in case aniline and/or phenylenediamine is detected in test #6



30 mg/kg

8

Allergenic/Sensitising disperse dyes and carcinogenic dyes (synthetic fibres)


9 Penta-, Tetra-, Trichlorophenol in leather

German Chemicals Prohibition Regulation (ChemVerbotsVO)

ASE or KOH extraction, §64 LFGB B 82.02-08 (mod)


10 Phthalates in softplastic


Extraction with organic solvent/GC/MS analysisEN ISO 14389




1000 mg/kg

12 Chromium VI, extractable (leather)






Look at page 34

Durable goods


1.2.5. Test log – jewellery

Part 1

1) For other components, such as textile, further parameters might be necessary2) EN 14362-1, for blends and unknown fibres use method 9.1.1-2 and 9.2 separately, do not use 9.1.3** The phthalates are the SVHC phthalates. 2x DPP stands for dipentyl phthalates and diisopentyl phthalates



Durable goods


1.2.6. Test log – stationery supplies

Part 1



1 CHEMICAL ANALYTICS1)







30 mg/kg




30 mg/kg

5 Phthalates in children’s articles (plastic)









EN 1122 100 mg/kg



EN 1122 (Mod) 100 mg/kg

9 Formaldehyde (leather, textile ingredients as main ingredients)


150 mg/kg

10 Formaldehyde (wood, wood materials)

ChemVerbotsVO EN 120 and/or EN 717–3 0.1ml/m3 and/or 110 mg/kg

11 Pentachlorophenol,tetrachlorophenol,trichlorophenol (wood)

ChemVerbotsVO

ASE or KOHextraction, regulation§ 64 LFGB B 82.02-08(mod)

5 mg/kg

12






0,2 mg/kg each




Look at page 34

1) EN 71 might also be relevant2) EN 14362-1, for blends and unknown fibres use method 9.1.1-2 and 9.2 separately, do not use 9.1.3** The phthalates are the SVHC phthalates. 2x DPP stands for dipentyl phthalates and diisopentyl phthalates



Durable goods


1.2.7. Test log – watches

Part 1




2 WEEE labelling used 2012/19/EU Document check

Electrical and electronic articles must be labelled with the crossed-out rubbish bin (garbage can) in accordance with 2012/19/EU.


4 Colour fastness to perspiration (pH 8) of the strap (leather)


DIN EN ISO 11641 2-3 after 10 cycles

5 Colour fastness to perspiration of the strap (textile)


DIN EN ISO 105 E043-4 (stain)3-4 (change in colouring)


7 Metal content (batteries)

Battery Regulation (BatterieVO)

Full extraction and ICP, UV-VIS

Must comply with the requirements of the norm

8 Azo dyes in the strap (leather, textile)

EC 1907/2006Annex XVII


30 mg/kg

9 p-aminoazobenzene in the strap (leather, textile)



30 mg/kg



EN 1122 100 mg/kg

11 Lead, total contentEC 1907/2006Annex XVII

EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg (plastic)500 mg/kg (metal)

12 Chromium VI, extractablestrap (leather)


DIN EN ISO 17075 3 mg/kg

13

Pentachlorophenol,tetrachlorophenol,trichlorophenol(wood materials, leather)

ChemVerbotsVO

ASE or KOHextraction, regulation§ 64 LFGB B 82.02-08(mod)

5 mg/kg

14 RoHS 2011/65/EU IEC 62321 0.1 % Pb, Hg, CrVI, PBB, PBDE; 0.01 % Cd




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1.2.7. Test log – watches


15






0,2 mg/kg each

16 Phthalates in children’s watches (plastic)


Extraction with organic solvent/GCoder LC/MS analysis EN ISO 14389




DIN EN 1811 0,28 μg/cm2/week

18 Carcinogenic dyeson strap (syntheticfibres)

§ 30 LFGB DIN 54231 5 mg/l

19

Sensitising dispersion dyes+ disp. yellow 23, strap(synthetic fibres)

§ 30 LFGB DIN 54231 5 mg/l

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2 Indication of the CE labelling

89/686/EEC Document check

Must have a CE label (sunglasses and ski glasses are deemed to be personal protective equipment; optical spectacles are deemed to be medical products)

3 Warning notice for sunglasses

2001/95/EC Document check “Don’t look directly into sunlight”

4 Labelling on packaging, warning notice (reading aid)

2001/95/EC Document check

Indication of the strength. Indication that certain articles should not be used in road traffic (national language), in accordance with symbol

5 CHEMICAL ANALYSIS



DIN EN 16128 0.28 μg/cm2/week



EN 1122 100 mg/kg

8 Lead, total contentEC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg (plastic)500 mg/kg (metal)

9 Phthalates inchildren’s sunglasses(plastic)


Extraction with organic solvent/ GC or LC/MSEN ISO 14389




Textiles: EN 14362-1; 1)leather: ISO 17234-1

30 mg/kg




30 mg/kg


§ 30 LFGB DIN 54231 5 mg/l

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§ 30 LFGB DIN 54231 5 mg/l

14






0,2 mg/kg each

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1.2.8. Test log – spectacles

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1) EN 14362-1, for blends and unknown fibres use method 9.1.1-2 and 9.2 separately, do not use 9.1.3** The phthalates are the SVHC phthalates. 2x DPP stands for dipentyl phthalates and diisopentyl phthalates



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1.2.8. Test log – spectacles


15 REQUIREMENTS OF READING AIDS

Must fulfil the requirements of DIN EN 14139.

16 REQUIREMENTS FOR SUN GLASSES

Must fulfill the requirements of DIN EN ISO 12312-1



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1.2.9. Test log – umbrellas




2 Corrosion resistance of metal parts


DIN EN ISO 20344chapter 5.6.2

Resistant

3 Material composition (textile)

1007/2011 1007/2011 +/- 3 % deviation from the composition indicated

4 Water resistance (textile)


DIN EN ISO-105-E01Grade 3-4 (stains)Grade 4 (change in colouring)

5 Water-repellent properties (spray test)


DIN EN 24920 Grade 4-5





30 mg/kg




30 mg/kg



10 Sensitising dispersion dyes + disp. yellow 23(synthetic fibres)




EN 1122 100 mg/kg



EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg



EN 1811 0.28 μg/cm2/week

14






0,2 mg/kg each

15 Phthalates (plastic)EC 1907/2006Annex XVII

Extraction with organic solvent/GCoder LC/MS analysis EN ISO 14389





Look at page 34

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2 MigrationEC 1935/2004EC 10/2011

DIN EN 13130Parts 1 – 28

Depends on the product

3 Special migrationEC 1935/20041985/500/EEC

DIN EN 13130 Parts 1 – 28

Depends on the product

4 Sensor technology EC 1935/2004 DIN 10955 Note 2.5

5 Metal migration

German recommendation andCouncil of Europe’s policy statements

EN 1388-1 Depends on the product

6 Phthalates

EC 1907/2006 Annex XVIIRecommendation by the BfR

Extraction with organic solvent GC or LC/MS analysis EN ISO 14389


7 AdipateRecommendation by the BfR

Extraction with organic solvent GCLC/MS analysis

As per BGVO

8 Nickel releaseEC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

DIN EN 1811 0.28 μg/cm2/week



EN 1122 100 mg/kg



EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg

11 PAHRecommendation by the BfR

Extraction with toluene,GC/MS analysis(ZEK 01.4-08)

0.2 mg/kg

12 Bisphenol A 2011/8/EUExtraction with organic solvent, GC/MS

No use in baby bottles

13 Timber & timber products

EU 995/2010 Declaration Has to comply with regulation

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1.2.11. Test log – electrical equipment



1 WEEE labelling is used 2012/19/EU Document check

The article must be labelled with the crossed-out rubbish bin (garbage can) in accordance with 2012/19/EU.

2 CE labelling is used

73/23/EEC89/336/EEC and/or2004/108/EC96/57/EC

Document check Labelling must be available and used

3 RoHS 2011/65/EU IEC 62321 0.1 % Pb, Hg, CrVI, PBB, PBDE; 0.01 % Cd

4 Metal content (batteries)

BatterieVOFull chemical extraction and ICP, UV-VIS

Depends on the battery type

5 Phthalates in children’s articles (plastic)


Extraction with organic solvent/GC or LC-MS analysisEN ISO 14389


6





Extraction with toluene/ GC-MS, (ZEK Method)

0,2 mg/kg each




look at page 34

8 Screening emission test in the event of a noticeable odour


Chamber method No abnormalities

9 Electrical safety2006/95/EC and/or73/23/EEC

Depends on the product Must comply with the norm

10 Electro-magneticcompatibility

2004/108/EC Depends on the product Must comply with the norm

11 Corrosion resistance (equipment used outdoors)


DIN EN ISO 20344chapter 5.6.2

Resistant

12 There are further requirements for articles that come into contact with food

13 Chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) in main plastic materials

EC 850/2004Extraction with organic solvent, GC/MS using NCI

100 mg/kg

14 Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems (i.e.LED)

2006/25/EC EN 62471 Has to comply with standard

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1.2.12. Test log – decoration










30 mg/kg




30 mg/kg



6








EN 1122 100 mg/kg



EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg


ChemVerbotsVO



11 Phthalates in babies‘ and children’s articles(plastic)




12






0,2 mg/kg each




Look at page 34

14 Timber & timber products

EU 995/2010 Declaration Has to comply with regulation

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1.2.13. Test log – cosmetics




2 Labelling showing the intended purpose

EC 1223/2009 Declaration check

The intended purpose must be indicated if it is not evident from the packaging.Particular application conditions and warning notices must be indicated.

3 Information for identifying the production

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkIndication of a batch number or a designation for identifying the production on containers and packaging.

4 Indication of the ingredients

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkThe indication of the ingredients must comply with § 33, Cosmetic Products Regulation.

5 Indication of a best-before date

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkIndication of the best-before date if the best-before period is 30 months or less.

6 Indication of the period of usage

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkIndication of the usage period after opening if the best-before period is longer than 30 months.

7 Additional information EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkAdditional information when products specified in Appendix 2, Cosmetic Products Regulation, are used if particular information is demanded there.

8 Warning notice for formaldehyde

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkWarning notice “Contains formaldehyde” if the concentration of formaldehyde in the end product exceeds 0.05 %.

9 List of ingredients EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkIndication of ingredients in accordance with INCI (§ 5a Cosmetic Products Regulation).

10 Indication of the distributor

EC 1223/2009 Declaration checkThe distributor must be named on the product. Its headquarters must be located in the EU.

11 COMPOSITION

12 Generally prohibited substances

EC 1223/2009Document check(formula and safety data sheets)

No prohibited substances

13 Substances with restricted approval

EC 1223/2009Document check(formula and safety data sheets)

No unauthorised substances

14 Dyes EC 1223/2009Document check(formula and safety data sheets)

No unauthorised substances

15 Preservatives EC 1223/2009Document check(formula and safety data sheets)

No unauthorised preservatives

16 Ultra-violet filter EC 1223/2009Document check(formula and safety data sheets)

No unauthorised UV filters

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18 Preservatives -parabens, Kathon CG

EC 1223/2009Ultrasound extractionwith methanol, LC and/or GC-MS

Individual substance: max. 0.4 % paraben (calculated as acid)Total: max. 0.8 % parabenes (calculated as acid);2-phenoxyethanol: max. 1 %Kathon CG: max 0.0015 % if CMI:MI=3:1

19

Examination of the declared and regulated substances in accordance with the Cosmetic Products Regulation

EC 1223/2009Product-specificmethods

Parameter- and product-specific

20 Phthalates EC 1223/2009Extraction withTHF/methanol,LC/MS

BBP, DBP, DEHP, DMEP, DIBP not verifiable

21 Free formaldehyde andformaldehyde donors

EC 1223/2009Extraction,derivatisation withDNPH, LC/MS

Max. 0.2 % Mouth care products: max. 0.1 %A “Contains formaldehyde” warning notice must be shown as from 0.05 % free formaldehyde upwards.

22 Heavy metal residues from production

EC 1223/2009Chemical extraction with HNO

3, analysis by

means of ICP/MS

Cr; Ni; Sr; Cd; Hg; Pb; Sb not verifiable.Individual exceptions are regulated separately. Co should not be verifiable (still to be regulated.)

23 Solvent residues from production

EC 1223/2009 Headspace GC/MS Parameter- and product-specific

24 Polycyclic and nitro musk compounds

EC 1223/2009Extraction with organic solvent, GC/MS

Not verifiable

25 Allergenic perfumes EC 1223/2009Extraction with organic solvent, GC/MS

Rinse-off products: labelling required as from 0.01 % upwards.Leave-on products: labelling required as from 0.001 % upwards.

26

Screening for carcinogenic,teratogenic andgenetically harmful substances

EC 1223/2009Extraction with organic solvent, LC/TOF

CMR substances (cat. 1 and 2): not verifiable

27 Microbiological status -total number of germs and coliform germs

EC 1223/2009Inoculation, incubation,counting

As recommended by the SCCP:Total number of germs <103 KBE/gTotal number of germs <102 KBE/g (children younger than 3 years)No pathogenic germs (e.g. Pseudomonasaeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Candidaalbicans)

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1.2.14. Test log – swimming aids

Part 1




2 CE labelling 89/686/EEC Document checkClass B swimming aids must be labelled with “CE”.

3 There must be an information brochure

89/686/EEC Document check

The information brochure must contain the following point: instructions for use, storage, cleaning, the manufacturer and the model testing centre

4 Warning notices DIN EN 13138-1 Document check

The following warning notices must be shown on the article, packaging and instruction (in German)- “WARNUNG” (in Bold, min 5 mm height)

Other warnings in minimum 3 mm height:- “kein Schutz gegen Ertrinken” - “alle Luftkammern immer vollständig aufblasen“ (if applicable for the product)- “nur unter ständiger Aufsicht verwenden“ - “alle Komponenten müssen getragen werden” (if applicable for the product)

For upper arm aids additionally: - “nur am Oberarm tragen“

5 Additional notices DIN EN 13138-1 Document check

The following additional labeling must be used: - weight range, age range (if applicable)- Norm EN 13138-1:2014- Type name, trade name, model or code of the product - Name and address of the manufacturer, importer or supplier

6 CONSTRUCTION

7 Construction DIN EN 13138-1 Visual

The article’s construction must comply with the norm (e.g. putting on the swimming aid, number of chambers, check valve, adjustable size, releasing/opening the stoppers)

8 Sharp corners and edges

DIN EN 13138-1 EN 71-1Must comply with the norm. No sharp corners, edges, ridges, points.

9 Swallowable small parts

DIN EN 13138-1 EN 71-1Must comply with the norm. No detaching swallowable small parts.




EN 1122 100 mg/kg






EN 1122 (mod) 100 mg/kg

13 Phthalates (plastic)EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII

Extraction with organic solvent/GC- or LC-MSEN ISO 14389


14






0,2 mg/kg each




Look at page 34

16 Further requirements (toys) might apply for swimming rings and similar articles.

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1.3. Inspections

For selected orders, Ernsting’s family reserves the right to arrange for spot checks in the form of a final random inspection (FRI) by either of the testing institutes Bureau Veritas, SGS or TÜV-Rheinland.If nothing to the contrary is agreed, the Supplier shall assume the costs and order place-ment for this inspection.

The acceptance quality limit (AQL) 2.5/4.0 shall generally apply.

Ernsting’s family reserves the right (after consultation with the Quality Control) to demand the AQL level 2,5/2,5 in exceptional cases.

The Supplier is obliged to provide the selected testing institute with all the information and documents which are necessary to ensure a smooth and trouble-free procedure.


The appropriate order sheet must be used for awarding orders; it can be downloaded at:http://unternehmen.ernstings-family.de/supplier

If the inspection has „FAILED“, the testing costs for the inspection and the re-inspection must be borne by the supplier.

The test reports must be sent to the following e-mail address:[email protected]




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2. Special product labelling

The specific requirements of the purchaser (e.g. price labelling) specified in the order must be com-plied with.

2.1. Hazard warning

The manufacturer must

- carry out a hazard analysis

- remedy possible dangers

- identify dangers clearly in the event of residual hazards.

2.2. User instructions

The function of an article must be clear from its label and description (user instructions). This includes – article-specific and written in German – the age-limit notification, the oper-ating instructions and the package insert.

2.3. CE marking

The Supplier must carry out all the necessary tests (including CE conformity tests) in a technically correct manner at his own expense. Ernsting’s family must be presented with a valid CE certificate for each article ordered.

NB: A CE LABEL MUST ALWAYS BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE ADDRESS OF THE SUPPLIER!

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