This International Standard specifies fundamental requirements for unglazed spectacle frames designed for
use with all prescription lenses, and is applicable to frames at the point of sale to the retailer, by the
manufacturer or supplier.
It is applicable to all spectacle frame types including rimless mounts, semi-rimless mounts and folding
spectacle frames. This International Standard is applicable to spectacle frames made from natural organic
materials.
NOTE See Annex A for recommendations on the design of spectacle frames.
This International Standard is not applicable to complete custom-made spectacle frames or to products
designed specifically to provide personal eye protection.
BS EN ISO 12870:2009 history
0000 BS EN ISO 12870:2018(2020)
2018BS EN ISO 12870:2018 Ophthalmic optics. Spectacle frames. Requirements and test methods
2014BS EN ISO 12870:2014 Ophthalmic optics. Spectacle frames. Requirements and test methods
2012BS EN ISO 12870:2012 Ophthalmic optics. Spectacle frames. Requirements and test methods
2009BS EN ISO 12870:2009 Ophthalmic optics - Spectacle frames - Requirements and test methods