Comprehensive apparel testing services
How we support the fashion & apparel industry
Comprehensive testing
Advanced testing for apparel and fashion goods, ensuring durability, safety, performance, and sustainability from concept to final collection.
Regulatory guidance
Guidance through global regulations such as REACH, CPSIA, Prop 65, and ZDHC, so your products stay compliant across every market.
Expert services
Enhance apparel safety and compliance with expert services, including fault diagnosis, process development and research support.
Covering sectors including:
Sustainability & safety in fashion compliance
Fashion brands face rising pressure to meet global compliance while delivering safe, high-quality, and sustainable garments. We provide end-to-end testing and regulatory expertise, ensuring full compliance, reduced risk, and stronger brand trust.
Why is apparel testing important?
Today’s fashion brands are expected to deliver more than style, they must guarantee safety, quality, and sustainability. As regulations tighten and consumer expectations rise, thorough testing is critical to avoid costly recalls, protect your reputation, and meet global compliance standards.
We offer end-to-end quality control services across your entire product lifecycle, from raw materials and trims to finished garments. Our testing solutions help brands verify compliance, improve product performance, and meet sustainability goals with confidence.
Industries & Products We Serve
Apparel & Fashion
- Adult clothing: casualwear, formalwear, activewear, smart textiles
- Children’s clothing and babywear
- Swimwear, sleepwear, socks, and underwear
Fashion Accessories
- Scarves, hats, gloves, aprons, ties
- Jewellery, belts, wallets, fashion ornaments
Footwear & Leather Goods
- Shoes, bags and backpacks
- Leather garments and fur products
Textiles & Trims
Apparel Testing & Certification Services
We help fashion brands maintain product quality and global compliance through an extensive suite of testing services:
Regulatory & Compliance Testing
- REACH (EC 1907/2006) – European chemical safety regulation
- Restricted Substances (RSL & MRSL) – Chemical compliance across the supply chain
- California Proposition 65 – Limits hazardous substances in apparel
- CPSIA – Ensures safety in children’s clothing
- ZDHC – Sustainable chemical management for apparel and accessories
- ISO, GB, ASTM Standards – Performance and durability benchmarks for global markets
Specialised Testing Services
- Chemical, Physical & Microbiological Testing – Hazardous substances, fiber content, and hygiene safety
- Flammability & Wear Performance – Compliance and quality control
- Microplastics & Fibre Composition Analysis – Sustainability and environmental impact
- Fault Diagnosis & Product Investigation – Support for defect prevention and resolution
What sets Eurofins Softlines & Hardlines apart?
Fast turnaround times
We deliver rapid, reliable testing results, helping businesses meet compliance deadlines and accelerate product launches efficiently.
Customer-centric approach
We tailor apparel and textile testing solutions to client needs, ensuring seamless communication, regulatory support, and high-quality service at every step.
Expert-led solutions
Our fashion testing specialists deliver precise, up-to-date regulatory guidance, and support your sustainability and safety goals.
