Nickel

The use of nickel is regulated in products which are intended to come into prolonged and direct contact with the skin as it may cause an allergic reaction. The Laboratory at the Birmingham Assay Office is the leading Nickel testing specialist in the UK.  Our experts work regularly with the Laboratory of the Government Chemist, The Nickel Working Group, the Nickel Development Institute, the British Medical Association and NIPERA (the Nickel Producers Environmental Research Association)  to carry out ongoing research and evaluation of nickel testing and regulation.  The Laboratory is also frequently called upon to offer advice and testing for Trading Standards Authorities.