UL Solutions and Eyesafe Collaborate to Advance Blue Light Protection

Associated Press

28-01-2025

Guided by the latest health research and insights from doctors, Eyesafe is introducing new industry requirements for displays and screen protection accessories. UL Solutions will verify product efficacy to the requirements on blue light emissions and circadian impact.
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eyesafe, a global provider of blue light solutions and technology, announced at CES 2025 the launch of Eyesafe® Display Requirements 3.0 and Eyesafe® Accessory Requirements 3.0. These new programs set criteria for the consumer electronics and screen protection industries, establishing thresholds for high-energy blue light and color performance.
Eyesafe and UL Solutions have developed new industry methodologies to help verify marketing claims related to blue light reduction and color performance.
Eyesafe® Display Requirements 3.0
Defines key criteria, including blue light toxicity, circadian stimulus, color gamut and color temperature, to measure a product's blue light emissions associated with visual comfort and sleep disruption, while ensuring display color performance.
RPF® (Radiance Protection Factor): Measures protection from blue light that can impact eyes, focusing on the blue light hazard, peaking between 435-440 nanometers (nm). 1 The higher the score (on a scale of 0-100), the better the blue light reduction. A score of 35 or higher is needed to earn a marketing claim verification.
CPF (Circadian Protection Factor): Focuses on reducing blue light that can affect sleep and circadian rhythms (480-500 nm).2 Higher scores indicate less circadian disruption, with 35 or higher needed to earn a marketing claim verification.
Color Performance: Determines accuracy and vividness of display colors.
Eyesafe® Accessory Requirements 3.0
Defines key criteria tailored to display type (LCD/LED or OLED) to measure a product's blue light emissions associated with visual comfort and/or circadian impact, while ensuring display color performance.
For LCD/LED Screens (common in laptops and monitors): The assessment methodology focuses on RPF, or level of blue light filtration across the wavelengths that may impact eye health (435-440 nm)1 and blue light toxicity reduction. The higher the score (on a scale of 0-100), the better the blue light reduction. A score of 20 or higher is needed to earn a marketing claim verification.
For OLED Screens (common in smartphones): The assessment methodology targets CPF, or level of blue light filtration across the wavelengths that can affect melatonin production and circadian rhythms (peak 480-500 nm)2 and change in circadian impact (380-780 nm). Higher scores indicate less circadian disruption, with 20 or higher needed to earn a marketing claim verification.
Color Accuracy: All products must meet criteria for correlated color temperature and luminance to ensure display colors remain vibrant (accommodations provided for privacy screen protection).
Eyesafe Display Requirements 3.0 and Eyesafe Accessory Requirements 3.0 provide important guidelines to assess that digital devices and accessories not only provide effective blue light protection but also deliver a great visual experience. Products are tested and verified by UL Solutions, upon which manufacturers receive the UL Marketing Claim Verification Mark, helping consumers identify products that deliver on performance claims. For more information, visit eyesafe.com/UL-verification.
Introducing Eyesafe® CPF60 Technology for Mobile Accessories
At CES 2025, Eyesafe also debuted its patented Eyesafe CPF60 technology for mobile screen protectors. This advanced solution targets blue light in the 480-500 nm range to mitigate circadian rhythm disruption2 while also supporting visual comfort and display color accuracy.
A groundbreaking study by SleepScore Labs on Eyesafe CPF60 technology revealed:3
79% of users reported improved sleep
76% of users felt more refreshed upon waking
89% of users observed reduced eye strain
Users said their productivity increased by 32%
These findings, based on self-reported survey results, underscore the potential consumer benefits of Eyesafe CPF60 and showcase its ability to positively impact users' daily lives.
The Eyesafe programs represent an important step forward in blue light protection. By combining forward-thinking display and accessory requirements with innovation like Eyesafe CPF60 technology, manufacturers are equipped with guidelines and technology to address blue light's potential impact on eye health and sleep. These advancements reflect a shared commitment to supporting consumer wellbeing through science-based solutions. To learn more about these programs, visit eyesafe.com/UL-verification.
1. Spectral Weighting Factors for Blue-Light Hazard as published by the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) in 2013 and the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) in 2015.
2. The International Committee on Illumination's (CIE) published and universally recognized standard CIE S 026/E:2018.
3. Based on a 2024 study conducted by SleepScore Labs. Individual results may vary. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for any health condition.
ABOUT EYESAFE
Eyesafe Inc. is the world leader in blue light management, including display technology, standards, certification, and accessory solutions. With an expansive portfolio of intellectual property, the company employs a world-class team of eye doctors, engineers, and scientists with decades of experience in electronics, display materials, light management, optometry, and ophthalmology. The Eyesafe brand is trusted by consumers and integrated in millions of digital devices from Dell, HP, Lenovo, LG, ZAGG and more. Eyesafe is recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing private companies in America and by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as the #1 Fastest Growing Company in Minnesota. Learn more at eyesafe.com.
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