CPSC Small Batch Manufacturers: An Essential Guide

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Importers registered as Small Batch Manufacturers are exempt from some lab tests when importing children’s products – which could potentially save you a few hundred dollars when launching a new product. That said, Small Batch Manufacturer status doesn’t exempt importers from the actual safety standards.

In this guide, you will learn about the registration process, eligibility criteria, mandatory standards, and exempt standards.

Further, I also explain why I still think third-party lab testing is necessary – regardless of whether it’s mandatory or not. Continue reading CPSC Small Batch Manufacturers: An Essential Guide

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in the United Kingdom: Our Top 10

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Product Lab Testing Companies United Kingdom

Looking for a qualified lab testing company in the United Kingdom? In this guide, we list some of the UK’s leading product compliance testing firms, covering textiles, electronics, children’s products, food contact materials, cosmetics and much more.

Each company profile also includes main product categories, testing services, capabilities, and location.

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the companies listed in this guide. We have selected these companies based on their claimed product scope, history, certification, and capabilities. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in the United Kingdom: Our Top 10

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in India: Our Top 10 Picks

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Lab Testing Companies in India

As more importers shift their orders to manufacturers in India, their need for local lab testing services also grow. In this guide, we list some of India’s leading product compliance testing companies – both major international companies and local firms. Each company profile also includes a list of product categories, services, and locations.

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the companies listed in this guide. We have selected these companies based on their claimed product scope, history, certification, and capabilities. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in India: Our Top 10 Picks

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Shenzhen: Our Top 11 Picks

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Lab Testing Companies Shenzhen

Shenzhen is the world’s center for electronic manufacturing and a range of other consumer products. As such, a large number of both local and international product testing companies have facilities in and around the city. In this guide, we list several Shenzhen-based lab testing companies, covering electronics, toys, apparel, watches, and many other product categories.

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the companies listed in this guide. We have selected these companies based on their claimed product scope, history, certification, and capabilities. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Shenzhen: Our Top 11 Picks

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Vietnam: Our Top 10 Picks

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Lab Testing Companies Vietnam

As more buyer’s shift production to Vietnam, the need for in-country product lab testing keeps growing. In this guide, we’ve listed both international and local testing companies offering compliance testing services for various product categories – including electronics, clothing & textiles, food, plastics, and much more.

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any of the companies listed in this guide. We have selected these companies based on their claimed product scope, history, certification, and capabilities. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Vietnam: Our Top 10 Picks

Amazon Hazmat Guide: Review Process and Documentation

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Planning to sell electronics, cosmetics, hair care products, or essential oils on Amazon? Chances are your product is classified as dangerous goods – or hazmat – which requires that additional documentation is submitted before you can start selling.

In this guide, we explain how you can assess if your product is classified as hazmat, and how to obtain the necessary documentation and information required for selling hazmat on Amazon. Continue reading Amazon Hazmat Guide: Review Process and Documentation

Sportswear Product Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

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Sportswear Regulations European Union

Planning to import or manufacture sportswear in the European Union? In this guide, cover REACH, labeling requirements, lab testing, and compliance risks when importing or manufacturing sportswear in the EU.

Mentioned Products

  • Yoga wear
  • Swimsuits
  • T-shirts
  • Sweatshirts
  • Track pants
  • Fitness gloves
  • Polyester fabrics
  • Nylon fabrics

Continue reading Sportswear Product Regulations in the European Union: An Overview

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Canada: Our Top 9 Picks

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Lab Testing Company Canada

Looking for a product lab testing company in Canada? In this guide, we list some of Canada’s leading testing firms, offering compliance testing services for apparel, electronics, medical devices, and many other products. In addition, we also list their main product areas and services. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Canada: Our Top 9 Picks

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Australia: Our Top 8 Picks

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Lab Testing Companines in Australia

Looking for a product lab testing company based in Australia? In this article, we list Australian lab testing companies covering electronics, textiles, footwear, PPE, food contact materials, and other products.  Notice that most of these companies are specialized in testing according to Australian and New Zealand AS/NZS standards. However, some labs are also part of major international companies like SGS. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in Australia: Our Top 8 Picks

List of Product Lab Testing Companies in the United States: Our Top 9

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Lab Testing Companies in the United States

Looking for a product lab testing company in the United States? In this article, we list 9 US-based lab testing companies offering a wide range of testing services for apparel, children’s products, electronics, PPE, machinery, medical devices, and much more. Continue reading List of Product Lab Testing Companies in the United States: Our Top 9