Certification standards for optical glasses production vary depending on the product type, use, and target market. The following are common certification standards in China and major international markets:
Domestic Standards in China
Lens Standards
GB/T 10810 series: Covers single vision, multifocal, and progressive lenses, specifying requirements for optical and physical properties such as vertex focal length deviation, refractive index, and abrasion resistance.
GB/T 9105-2023: Targets photochromic lenses, regulating their photochromic performance and spectral characteristics.
QB/T 2506-2017: Applicable to optical resin lenses, including performance requirements for special function lenses such as blue light blocking.
Frame Standards
GB/T 14214-2019: Prescribes requirements for frame size, material, corrosion resistance, lens mounting performance, etc., ensuring the safety and durability of eyeglass frames.
GB 45184-2024: A mandatory standard effective from January 1, 2026, imposing stricter requirements on the safety technical specifications of eyeglass frames, such as material safety and labeling requirements.
Ready-Made Spectacles Standards
GB 13511.1-2011: Specifies requirements for optical center deviation, cylindrical lens axis deviation, and assembly quality of ready-made spectacles, ensuring optical performance and wearing comfort.
GB/T 13511.3-2019: Addresses special requirements for ready-made reading glasses, such as the position of the segment and optical performance.
II. International Standards
European Standards
CE Certification: Eyewear is classified as a Class I medical device and must comply with standards such as EN ISO 12870, covering tests like dimensional tolerance, durability, and nickel release.
EN 1836: Focuses on the optical performance and safety requirements of sunglasses, such as UV protection and light transmission.
EN 174: A specific standard for ski goggles, emphasizing impact resistance and field of vision.
U.S. Standards
ANSI Z80 series: Includes standards like ANSI Z80.3 (sunglasses) and ANSI Z80.5 (eyeglass frames), specifying optical, mechanical, and safety requirements for eyewear products.
21 CFR 801.410: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements for lens impact resistance.
Other National Standards
Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS 1067 series standards apply to optical lenses and sunglasses.
Japan: JIS standards have detailed regulations on the optical performance and materials of eyewear.
South Korea: Standards like KS P4404 specify quality requirements for eyewear products.
Attention
Different product types (such as sunglasses, safety goggles, reading glasses) have specific standards, and corresponding standards should be selected based on the specific product.
Export products must comply with the regulatory requirements of the target market.
Some standards (like GB 45184-2024) have implementation timelines, and companies need to pay attention to standard updates and adjust production processes in a timely manner.
