Laboratory Testing

QIMA Laboratory Testing

In today's global market, manufacturers, retailers and importers must be mindful of product quality and safety requirements of their target markets. Failure to do so results in costly product recalls, legal issues, and reputational damage.

QIMA's lab testing services help businesses in over 120 countries secure the quality and safety of their products. With 3 in-house labs and a network of preferred partners, we provide outstanding service coverage and an industry-leading turnaround, conducting tests to a wide range of international and industry-specific standards.

Secure Your Production Cycle

We can conduct lab tests at every stage of your production cycle, including Pre-Production, Production, and After Market, testing samples of raw materials as well as finished products. Our sample collection process ensures that we will test a representative sample, not a sample your supplier may want you to test.

QIMA Lab Testing Expertise

CPSIA

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) is a United States Government law restricting levels of hazardous materials in products imported or made within the US, especially those for children. LUE LISÄÄ

REACH

REACH is a European Union regulation (1907/2006/EC) restricting the levels of specific chemical substances in all imported goods. Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and restriction of Chemicals (REACH) is one of the most comprehensive and far-reaching pieces of environmental legislation to come out of the European Union. LUE LISÄÄ

RoHS

RoHS is a European Union directive restricting the use of hazardous materials in both products imported or made within the EU. RoHS affects any company importing goods containing electrical components into the European Union. LUE LISÄÄ

SASO

In order to clear any shipment at Saudi customs, all imports require a Certificate of Conformity (also known as SASO CoC) issued by an authorized 3rd party provider certification body in the country of product origin. LUE LISÄÄ

Food Testing

From contaminants to genetically modified organisms, food companies are confronted by a host of food safety and quality challenges in today’s global marketplace. Testing at the source allows you to gain time and cost advantages. LUE LISÄÄ

Quality Assurance for Products

QIMA experts offer guidance to assist you in making critical decisions throughout your product development, manufacturing, and procurement processes. Our services help our clients deliver products that comply with global, federal, and state requirements as well as work with their teams to address any in-house or client specifications. LUE LISÄÄ

Phthalates Testing

In response to consumer health concerns, phthalates are being phased out of toys in the United States CPSIA, Canada, and the European Union REACH. At high level of exposure, the toxicological properties of phthalates present a risk of cancer and can lead to adult infertility. LUE LISÄÄ

ASTM F963-16 Toy Safety Testing

ASTM F963 has long been a key standard for toy safety testing. LUE LISÄÄ

CA Proposition 65 Compliance

Those doing business in the state of California must be aware of the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, more commonly known as California Proposition 65, or Cal Prop 65. LUE LISÄÄ

QIMA Lab Accreditations

With fully accredited capacities and a team of highly trained experts, QIMA is perfectly positioned to address all of your compliance needs.

Our laboratories are accredited by and in accordance with the following regulatory bodies and international standards:

Testing Capabilities for Your Product and Industry

Our laboratories offer over 6,000 tests in a number of product categories, including softlines, hardlines, promotional items, textiles, apparel, and more.

QIMA lab tests include:

• Physical/Mechanical testing
• Chemical testing for lead, heavy metals and phthalates
• Flammability testing (wearing apparel & hardlines)
• Indirect food additives/food simulating solvent extractives
• Reliability, comparative, and destructive testing
• Performance evaluations
• Component and raw materials testing
• Toxicological Risk Assessments (TRA) and LHAMA Evaluations
• Packaging and labeling evaluations
• Regulatory testing, including CPSIA, REACH, RoHS, ASTM, FDA, and more.

Pricing

Your price quote becomes available as soon as you book the tests via our online database.

Further Reading

Why Laboratory Testing So Important?

Avoiding Product Recalls

Understanding the Different Testing Types

Create Value With a Comprehensive Testing Strategy

China’s Developing Lab Testing Requirements