ECQA Shanghai Laboratory Achieves CNAS Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025
Shanghai, China – March 30, 2026 – ECQA announced that its Shanghai laboratory has been accredited by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, the international standard governing the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. CNAS is the official national accreditation body of […]
What Is Product Compliance
Product compliance is the process of ensuring that a product meets the legal, regulatory, safety, labeling, environmental, and technical requirements that apply in its target market. Product compliance usually involves several legal and technical requirements, including: A product is compliant when the required evidence of conformity matches the product, its […]
Color Fastness Testing for Textiles
Color fastness testing for textiles evaluates a fabric’s ability to retain its color under exposure to external conditions such as washing, light, rubbing, perspiration, and chemicals. It is a core quality parameter in textile manufacturing, directly linked to product durability, consumer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. From apparel and home textiles […]
FCC Certification for Electronic Devices
Before an electronic device can be sold or imported into the United States, it must comply with regulations established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). These regulations are designed to ensure that products do not cause harmful interference to other electronic devices and that radio frequency functions operate within approved […]
PFAS in Food Packaging: Regulations, Testing, and Compliance Requirements
PFAS in food packaging has become a major compliance concern for manufacturers, importers, retailers, and food service companies worldwide. As governments introduce stricter restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), businesses must evaluate whether food packaging materials contain regulated PFAS compounds and ensure compliance with applicable market requirements. PFAS have […]
How to Handle a Supplier Dispute After a Failed Inspection
A supplier dispute after a failed inspection occurs when a third party or buyer conducted quality inspection identifies defect levels above the agreed acceptance criteria, and the supplier challenges the findings, refuses corrective action, or fails to provide a satisfactory resolution within the required timeframe. These disputes typically arise during […]
5 Key International Solar Panel Testing Standards
Solar panels used in residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations must comply with established testing standards before they can be approved for market use. These standards define how photovoltaic (PV) modules are evaluated for reliability, safety, performance, and long-term stability. Standards developed by organizations such as the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) […]
5 Factory Audit Red Flags Buyers Commonly Overlook
A factory audit evaluates whether a supplier has the operational capability, quality systems, and compliance framework required to manufacture products consistently and safely. Buyers often rely on audit results when approving new suppliers or maintaining existing sourcing relationships. However, an acceptable audit score does not always represent a low-risk supplier. […]
Brazil INMETRO Toys Certification
INMETRO toys certification is the mandatory conformity assessment system for toys sold in Brazil. Any toy intended for children under 14 years of age must comply with Brazilian safety regulations and obtain certification before it can be legally imported, distributed, or sold in the Brazilian market. The certification system is […]
Fatigue Testing of Materials
Materials used in industrial products are frequently exposed to repeated stress during normal operation. Even when stress levels remain below a material’s ultimate strength, repeated loading can cause microscopic damage that accumulates over time. This process, known as fatigue, can eventually lead to unexpected failure. Fatigue testing evaluates how materials […]
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