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title: "Laboratory for halogen analysis in polymers to EN 50642 standard"
description: "You would like to carry out a halogen analysis in polymers in accordance with standard EN 50642 What does standard EN 50642 say ? EN 50642 is a European standard for the management of used materials containing hazardous substances, particularly..."
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timestamp: "2026-05-21T13:01:57Z"
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# Laboratory for halogen analysis in polymers to EN 50642 standard

## You would like to carry out a halogen analysis in polymers in accordance with standard EN 50642

### What does standard EN 50642 say ?

[EN 50642](https://www.boutique.afnor.org/fr-fr/norme/nf-en-50642/systemes-de-gestion-de-cablage-methode-dessai-relative-a-la-teneur-en-halog/fa186235/81158) is a European standard for the management of used materials containing hazardous substances, particularly in the field of electrical and electronic equipment (products made of polymer materials for wiring systems). It focuses in particular on the treatment of materials containing hazardous substances such as halogens (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine). These chemical elements, often present in polymers, can have a significant impact on the environment and human health. [polymères](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/analyse-plasturgie-analyse-polymeres.md) des systèmes de câblage). Elle se focalise particulièrement sur le traitement des matériaux contenant des substances dangereuses telles que les [halogènes](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-analyse-halogene.md) (fluor, chlore, brome, iode). Ces éléments chimiques, souvent présents dans les polymères peuvent avoir des impacts significatifs sur l’environnement et la santé humaine.

### Why carry out analyses to EN 50642 ?

Halogen analysis in polymers in accordance with EN 50642 aims to :

  To protect the environment by properly managing dangerous substances in order to minimize their environmental impact. EN 50642-compliant analyses enable these substances to be detected and processed safely, helping to preserve our ecosystem. Protect people in contact with these polymers. Hazardous substances present in electrical and electronic equipment can pose serious health risks to those handling them. By carrying out analyses in accordance with EN 50642, companies can identify these risks and put in place the necessary protective measures to ensure the safety of their employees. Ensure regulatory compliance. Compliance with EN 50642 guidelines is essential for compliance with European regulations. Analyses of halogens in polymers in accordance with EN 50642 also make it possible to anticipate and meet legal requirements in terms of [waste](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/environmental-laboratory-analysis/waste-recovery-analysis-laboratory/) management. 
## FILAB can help you analyse halogens in polymers in accordance with EN 50642

### Why choose FILAB for your EN 50642 analyses ?

## OUR SERVICES

[Fluorine analysis and dosing by IC](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/halogen-analysis-laboratory/fluorine-analysis-ic-laboratory.md)

[IC chlorine analysis and dosing](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-analyse-halogene/laboratoire-analyse-chlore.md)

[Control and Homologation Analysis PMUC](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/pmuc-analysis.md)

Process optimization

Iodine analysis by IC

[Bromine analysis and determination by IC](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/halogen-analysis-laboratory/bromine-analysis-laboratory-ic.md)

[IC sulfate analysis and determination](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/halogen-analysis-laboratory/sulphate-analysis.md)

Development and validation of methods for the determination of halogens

[Research into corrosion precursors](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/halogen-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-of-corrosion-precursors.md)

### Our technical resources

With several Liquid Chromatography instruments, plus a dozen ICP, the FILAB laboratory supports manufacturers in the analysis and determination of halogens in their products.

Halogens are the chemical elements in the 17th group (column) of the periodic table, namely fluorine, chlorine and bromine. These halogens are analyzed by [Ion Chromatography](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-ion-chromatography.md) (IC or [LC](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/liquid-chromatography-lc-analysis-for-the-chemical-industry.md)).