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List of testing laboratories in China

March 22, 2021

List of testing laboratories in China

Many small buyers don't know where their products can be laboratory tested in China. Actually, many of them don't even know that they are responsible for compliance with their country's safety regulations. A handful of international groups have laboratory testing capabilities for the most common consumer goods. I listed them below. You can tell them what you are buying (with photos + a bit of context) and the importing country. They will give you a list of relevant tests with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quality Control Tips Tagged With: lab tests, Laboratories in China, Laboratory, laboratory testing, Product testing laboratories China, testing lab, Third-party laboratories

What Is Compliance Testing? [Podcast]

October 7, 2020

What Is Compliance Testing?

Why is compliance testing so important for buyers who import products from China?   Compliance testing helps assure your product's compliance with your market's product and safety standards. By conducting such testing, you'll be testing whether the product is safe for consumers under normal use, doesn't contain hazardous substances above acceptable levels, and won't be restricted from being imported. Because importers are usually held responsible for any safety problems caused by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Product Compliance Tagged With: compliance testing, developing new products, lab tests, Laboratories in China, podcast, product compliance, product safety, product testing, Product testing laboratories China, testing lab

3 Ways To Get Faster Results From Laboratory Tests On Your Products

May 14, 2020

Create Your Own Laboratory Test Standard If You Need Faster Results

The world is full of technical testing standards. The ASTM alone publishes more than 12,000 each year! However, in some cases, you might find that you need a customized test approach that fits your specific needs. Here are 3 tips that will help you get faster results. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quality Control Tips Tagged With: lab tests, Laboratories in China, Product testing laboratories China, testing lab, testing standards, Third-party laboratories

The five types of product TESTING laboratories in China

October 4, 2013

The five types of product TESTING laboratories in China

A few months ago, I wrote a list of testing labs that has proven helpful to many importers. Today I want to give a bit of perspective on the different categories of laboratories. Let's start with the ones you have probably heard of. 1. The big third-party laboratories Who hasn't heard of Bureau Veritas, SGS, Intertek, or TUV Rheinland? Their consumer testing divisions tend to focus on big retailers and on the importers that sell to these retail chains. They are the best option in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: China Quality Tagged With: Informal labs in client offices, Internal labs of big factories, lab tests, Laboratories in China, Midsize international labs, Product testing laboratories China, Third-party laboratories


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