Thanks to extensive experience in the field of nanoanalysis, we advise customers in the cosmetics, textile, electrical, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. We focus on nanoanalytical investigations, safe handling of nanomaterials in production and on all legal issues. In addition, we characterise nanomaterials by precise analysis and determine whether a material, a raw material for example, is present as a nanomaterial. Nanomaterials are playing an increasingly important role in industry,due to the fact that they give products new properties that are not possible with the same materials when their particle size is of a higher order of magnitude. Health and environmental protection, and hence the safe handling of nanomaterials, are also becoming increasingly important. Manufacturers, the processing industry and users of nanomaterials have a responsibility to ensure a high safety standard for consumers and employees. Thanks to extensive experience in the field of nanoanalysis, WESSLING experts can provide you with competent advice and support with a wide range of services. The focus is on highly qualified consulting and analysis services specifically geared towards your individual requirements. Our services in detail Nanomaterials in cosmetics REACH Safe handling of nanomaterials Our services in detail Nanomaterials in cosmetics Nanomaterials in cosmetics Legislation has laid down specific requirements for nanomaterials in the EU Cosmetics Regulation. Special assessment and notification requirements apply to cosmetic products with intentionally added, insoluble nanoscale constituents. We will help you meet these requirements with advice and analysis in our laboratories. Cosmetic products that contain nanomaterials must be notified separately at least six months prior to being placed on the market Intentionally added, insoluble nanoscale constituents of a cosmetic product must also be identified in the ingredients list. Micelle analysis for cosmetics and pharmaceutical products The use of active ingredient delivery systems in cosmetics and pharmaceutical products is growing in importance, particularly in skincare products. The active ingredient systems consist of biodegradable, readily soluble nanostructures. These include micelles, liposomes, nanoemulsions and lipid nanoparticles, which have a high cleaning effect. Our highly qualified consulting service is tailored to your requirements. The analysis of micelles is an interdisciplinary topic shared by nanotechnology experts and cosmetics and pharmaceutical experts. We test how high the concentration of a raw material must be to form micelles and determine their number in the final product. Our services in the field of micelle analysis: Quality analysis of raw materials at a nanoscale and a micron scale Comprehensive advice on the provisions of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 relating to the nanomaterials used Independent assessment and evaluation of your product with regard to the potential incorporation of nanomaterials Determination of the critical micelle concentration (CMC concentration) Analysis of emulsions containing micelles using cryo-scanning electron microscopy Analysis of size distribution and homogeneity using dynamic and static light scattering Determination of the critical micelle concentration (CMC) Further information on our services in the cosmetic field.​ EU Cosmetics Regulation Close window .st0{fill:fff}.st1{display:none} Our services in detail REACH REACH Regulation: Clear rules for nanomaterials Since the REACH Regulation (European Chemical Regulation) was developed and drafted, there have been clear rules for nanomaterials along the entire supply chain. In future, manufacturers, importers and users must submit detailed data on nanomaterials and their nanoforms when they are registered with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Our experts will support you with the required risk assessment and registration of your products by providing advice and cutting-edge nanoanalysis in our laboratories. The amended REACH Regulation will come into force in January 2020. The goal is to better assess and minimise the potential risks of nanomaterials to human health and the environment. Our services within the context of the REACH Regulation Advice on product registration with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Chemico-physical characterisation of nanomaterials Risk assessment of nanomaterials We are at your disposal for particular questions regarding the analysis of substances in connection with REACH. Read more about our services in the field of chemical safety and REACH here. European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Further information