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White Bronze vs. Zinc Plating for Toys

Q. Since Nickel is to be listed as CMR substance in the EU toy safety directive 2009/48/EC and will thus be restricted, we are looking for alternative solution(s).

While most of our supplier indicate that Zinc plating is a viable option, our previous experiences with RoHS tells us that the chromate conversion coating would cause Cr(III)/Cr(VI) problem - the migration of both species are restricted in the TSD.

Could anyone please advice if white bronze plating is a good substitute for nickel-plating for parts such as screws, springs, decorative components or shafts?

Rodney Thu
- Shenzhen, China
October 8, 2012

A. Yes ... provided you can absorb the cost difference!!

T.K. Mohan
plating process supplier - Mumbai, India
October 10, 2012

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