FAQ
Questions importers ask
Is the calculator a binding quote? +
No. LCAS gives an indicative, net market benchmark so you can budget and compare offers. A binding quotation depends on your product, sample count and material variants — request one and we confirm within two working days.
Why don't you name a specific laboratory? +
LCAS is a pricing standard, not a lab directory. The figures reflect what accredited EU laboratories charge across the market — not the rate of any single lab. Testing is performed by an accredited in-house or vetted partner laboratory, disclosed before you commit.
What do the prices include — and exclude? +
Each base rate covers one determination by the stated method, net of VAT. They exclude sample shipping, customs and order-level service fees (EU brokers typically add ~€97 per order). Rush turnaround and extended panels are shown as separate surcharges.
Why does every figure say "from"? +
Chemical testing scales with samples and material variants — three colours of one toy means three determinations. The calculator multiplies these openly, so "from" is the floor for a single sample and variant.
How current are these prices? +
The current edition is LCAS v1.0 (June 2026). Figures are reviewed at least twice a year and whenever a referenced standard or published price list changes.
Is LCAS free to use? +
Yes. The standard, the rate card and the calculator are open and free. Multicert funds it as part of its compliance services.